Wondering what to do and where to go with your travel days in Auckland? I've lived in Auckland city and explored extensively for over a year. My list here isn’t super long, but that’s because I’ve chosen to list only the things we really love and actually do ourselves. Here are the top places we take our visitors.

Auckland, New Zealand

What to Do + Eat in Auckland, NZ (Kid friendly)

This is a map of all my favorite spots to explore, eat, and stay in Aotearoa New Zealand after a year and a half of living in the land of the long white cloud with my two kids. Nearly all the pins are child friendly and they are noted if not. 

I update this periodically as I travel to new places so keep an eye out and enjoy New Zealand's incredible country!

New Zealand

Kid-friendly New Zealand

Wild waves, Waitakare ranges and waterfalls. Explore the best of the west in a day or more!

Piha Beach, Auckland, New Zealand

Waitakere Ranges, Piha, New Zealand

Muriwai, New Zealand

A day on the West Coast, Auckland 

Welcome to Auckland, New Zealand! This travel itinerary includes a detailed 5 day itinerary for a city that holds such a special place in my heart! After living here for a year, Auckland quickly grew to be one of my favorite cities + I'm so excited to be able to share this guide with you. Geared towards first timers visiting New Zealand, who will have an extended period of time in Auckland - this one will hit all the main must-see's and to do's, but will also make sure you get a good experience of local kiwi culture.

North Island, New Zealand

5 Days in Auckland: A First Timer's Guide

Welcome to Auckland, New Zealand! This travel itinerary includes a detailed 3-day weekend itinerary for a city that holds such a special place in my heart! Loaded with epic hikes, wine tasting, cultural experiences, and more - this guide blends touristy hotspots in the city with hidden local gems (that I learned to love from my time living in Auckland!)

DETAILS:

+ complete hourly itinerary for a 3-day weekend in the Auckland area
+ recommendations for food, activities, transit + more
+ designed for someone who is going on a quick weekend trip to Auckland, or who is newly-based in Auckland & is looking to get stuck into the culture

Waiheke Island, Auckland, New Zealand

Auckland CBD, Auckland, New Zealand

Auckland, New Zealand: 3-Day Weekend

All my favourite places on the North Island of Aotearoa New Zealand. I've narrowed it down to my top choices to give you some inspo. But I have a more extensive map on Google, with 200+ locations and colour-coded sections so it's easy to navigate. You can even save it to reference once you're on the road! Message me for FREE access. 
Details also on my blog: https://runawaytraveller.com/north-island-map-explore/

Taupō, New Zealand

Wellington, New Zealand

Napier, New Zealand

Rotorua, New Zealand

Best Stops On New Zealand's North Island 

Mercer Bay Loop Walk

This 2km walk with a steep section or two has sweeping views of the rugged coast line. The sunset views are spectacular!

one of the best walks out west, see the wild waves roll, walk amongst native bush and down to the black sand beaches

Some of the best views you'll find around Auckland! The hike is only about an hour, but it's pretty steep.

Mercer Bay Loop Walk

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