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Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
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15 Nov
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16 Nov
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17 Nov
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Highlights
Enjoyable, informative and a great day out...
Explore Auckland in small groups for a more personalised experience.
An exceptional value, we offer a very comprehensive tour covering all the best sights, with plenty of stops for photos.
• Discover our sparkling harbour, stunning beaches, historic buildings, leafy parks, Victorian suburbs, and bustling shopping areas.
• Enjoy fantastic views from the top of our volcanoes.
• Travel over the Harbour Bridge for great views of our city.
• Learn about Auckland, the geography, history, and our way of life.
• Comfortable air-conditioned coach takes you to a greater variety of sights.
• Choice of Morning or Afternoon Tour. 3.5 hours - 4 hours.
• Central pick-up locations, or from our convenient downtown departure point.
Itinerary
Ferry Building
2 minsAdmission Ticket FreeOur main pick up point is alongside the Ferry Building on Queens Wharf. There's a pick-up & drop off area, that's the spot. Alternatively, we offer 4 central pick-up locations. Let us know where you are staying and we will advise the closest pick-up point. This is a very comprehensive tour and we pack a lot into the 3.5 to 4 hours. You will get a real feel for Auckland. It's geography, history, sights, and our way of life. This tour is family run, and the commentary is detailed, full of insights from a local perspective and delivered with humor.Viaduct Harbour(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeWe drive along the downtown waterfront area, past the Viaduct Harbour, which is one of Auckland top "going out" spots. Great selection of restaurants and bars. Lots of boats, and home to the America's Cup yachts, and Whale & Dolphin watching boatsWynyard Quarter(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeThe Wynyard Quarter has been transformed into an attractive waterfront restaurant area and is home to the Auckland Fish market. great place to revisit later for some Fish and Chips.Westhaven Marina
10 minsAdmission Ticket FreeWesthaven Marina is the largest Marina in the Southern Hemisphere. We stop here for great photos of the Harbour, Harbour Bridge, and the Marina. Sometimes we see Bungy Jumpers leaping off the Harbour Bridge. Sorry., but Bungy Jumping is not included in the tour, but I can help you organise it.... There's also nice clean bathrooms here.Auckland Harbour Bridge(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeWe travel over the Bridge to the North Shore, heading to Northcote Point.Little Shoal Bay Reserve
10 minsAdmission Ticket FreeWe visit Shoal Bay in Northcote Point for arguably the best views of Auckland City from across the Harbour. Great place for photos.Northcote
5 minsAdmission Ticket FreeOptional coffee stop. We don't stop on this tour for a formal Morning or Afternoon "Tea/Coffee" break as I prefer to show you as much of Auckland as possible. There's a couple of nice choices for takeaway drinks and snacks. Just bring them back to the bus. I have drink holders installed for this very reason.Ponsonby(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreePonsonby is a Victorian/ Edwardian suburb full of lovely older buildings. Fantastic shopping, with that point of difference, and mostly privately owned shops. An extremely varied selection of stores, from fashion boutiques, gift shops, homewares, antiques, cafe's and restaurants. Well worth a re-visit after the tour.Karangahape Road (K Road)(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeKnown as a "colourful' area in the past, it's making a come-back. The nightclubs, bars, and tattoo parlors are still here, but there's also an interesting selection of shops, and cafe's. Definitely worth a re-visit.Mount Eden
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeFantastic elevated views of Auckland City from the summit of Mt Eden. It's a 5 - 10 minute walk from the parking lot to the Summit, but well worth the walk. There's bathrooms here.Auckland Museum(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeWe drive through the Auckland Domain ( Park) and past the Auckland Museum. You would at least 3-4 hours to visit the Museum, so we don't stop, but the Museum is well worth a visit. Excellent exhibit on Maori and Polynesian culture, and the daily Maori cultural performance is most enjoyable.Parnell Rose Gardens
5 minsAdmission Ticket FreeWe drive through the Victorian suburb of Parnell, and past the Parnell Rose Gardens. If the flowers are in bloom we can stop for some photos.Mission Bay Beach(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeWe are now back on the waterfront, where we enjoy a picturesque drive past Ohaku Bay, Mission Bay, Kohimarama Beach, and on to Saint Heliers.St Heliers(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeAfter Achilles Point we drive through the seaside village of Saint Heliers, and then back along the waterfront, to downtown Auckland.Achilles Point
10 minsAdmission Ticket FreeAchilles Point in the suburb of Saint Heliers affords wonderful views out over the many islands in the Hauraki Gulf. There's also a nice view of Auckland City in the distance. Great photo stop.The University of Auckland(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeWe drive along the tree-lined Symonds St, past the University of Auckland, where we head into the downtown area. .Auckland Central(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeIn the downtown city area, I'll point out the Auckland Art Gallery, and show you some of the smaller side streets, like High St, and O'Connell street where there are interesting shops.Queen Street(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeQueen St is the main shopping street in Auckland. I point out many lovely heritage buildings, like the Auckland Town Hall & Civic Theater.Ferry Building
5 minsAdmission Ticket FreeWe conclude our tour back at the Ferry Building. Alternatively, if you are staying in the downtown area, I'm happy to drop you back at your hotel. This tour is delivered with a comprehensive commentary, not just about the places we visit, but also about the geography, history , and an insight into our way of life. There's' a few funny bits as well.
What's included
INCLUDED
Professional guide with live commentary
Air-conditioned vehicle
Selected convenient pick-up areas located throughout the City.
NOT INCLUDED
Gratuities
Customer reviews
Review summary
Powered by AIThe Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour is highly praised for its informative and engaging guide, Paul, who enhances the experience with his knowledge and attentiveness. Customers appreciate the comprehensive coverage of Auckland’s key sights, including stunning views and photo opportunities. The tour is noted for its personalized service, comfortable transport, and flexibility in timing, making it suitable for families, couples, and solo travelers. Overall, it is recommended as a great introduction to Auckland, offering excellent value for money.
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A maximum of 18 people per booking
There is some access to the bus, if you have a Walker or a Wheelchair, but these items must be folded. There is a small step. There are handles each side of the door to help.
Strollers must be foldable.
In consideration of other guests, if you are un-well, please do not participate on the tour. I will refund.
Location
Address
Ferry Building 99 Quay Street, Auckland Central, New Zealand 1010
Provider
Auckland City Tours