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The highest in the hemisphere

Soaring 328 meters into the sky, Auckland's iconic Sky Tower is the tallest tower in the Southern Hemisphere. From the viewing deck, which is 220 meters above the city, you can see other landmarks such as the Harbour Bridge and Rangitoto Island. You can also base jump off it via 'Sky Jump' if you wish. Open daily from 8.30am-10.30pm (to 11.30pm Fri & Sat); admission $28.

Attractions in Auckland

• Auckland War Memorial Museum (Te Papa Whakahiku

  The Domain, Auckland, New Zealand

  Situated in the Auckland domain, with stunning views of the city and harbour. The assortment of Maori Taonga (treasures) and Pacific artefacts are the most comprehensive and valued in New Zealand. A regular program of Maori dance and music is shown daily at 11am and 1.30pm, $8 for adults and $5 for children.

• Hauraki Gulf

  Ferries depart from the various piers, Auckland, New Zealand

  The Hauraki Gulf contains 50 South Pacific islands, most covered in lush subtropical rainforests, and surrounded by white, sandy beaches with crystal-clear, blue waters. A scenic 30-minute boat-ride from Auckland takes you to beautiful island of Rangitoto, a dormant volcano, or Waiheke Island, with its magnificent vineyards, and relaxed atmosphere, people often find themselves wanting to stay indefinitely.

• Sky Tower

  Sky City, Corner Victoria & Federal Streets, Auckland, New Zealand

  Sky Tower is built to take you to an all time high. At 328 metres tall (over 1,000 feet), the Southern Hemisphere's tallest tower offers the best views of Auckland. Sky Tower features four observation levels, glass fronted lifts, glass floor panels, multi-lingual audio guides, touch screen computers and Orbit - Sky Tower's revolving restaurant.

• Lion Breweries

  368 Khyber Pass Road, Newmarket, Auckland, New Zealand

  New Zealand’s largest multinational brewery has free tours of the plant upon request. Bookings are required, and tours take place between 10:30am and 2pm. Guides inform you about the brewing process and allow you to sample the end product. Steinlager is the most widely known beer, though many others are also available for sampling and purchase.

• Auckland Zoo

  Motions Rd, Western Springs, Auckland, New Zealand

  The Auckland Zoo boasts the largest collection of native animals and birds on display in New Zealand. World-class animal exhibits including the New Zealand Aviary, set within native bush, the McDonalds Rainforest with 5 different primate species & Asian elephants. Some of the world’s most endangered species can also be seen including white rhino, Bornean orangatans, red panda, ring tailed lemur & NZ tuatara.