Explore the iconic Sky Tower, the tallest structure in the Southern Hemisphere offering panoramic city views and a chance to try the SkyJump or SkyWalk (optional). Open daily 9:00am-10:00pm.
Enjoy a gentle hike up to Mount Eden, Auckland’s highest natural point, offering stunning views of the city and the volcanic crater. Open all day, free entry.
Dine at The Grove, a highly acclaimed restaurant near the Hilton Auckland featuring innovative New Zealand cuisine in a sophisticated setting. Open from 5:30pm.
Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of the Hobbiton movie set from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films. This immersive experience explores the picturesque movie set with detailed stories about its making.
Explore Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and Maori cultural experiences at Te Puia. It opens at 9:00am and you can witness geysers, mud pools, and wood carving demonstrations.
Choose from multiple eateries at Rotorua’s Eat Streat, a vibrant street with a variety of cuisines open from midday. Try local favorites or international dishes.
Spend a relaxed afternoon strolling around the beautiful lakefront and adjoining Government Gardens featuring historic architecture and manicured landscapes.
Explore Napier’s famed Art Deco architecture via a guided walking tour starting around 2 pm. Discover the city's unique style following the 1931 earthquake.
Take the ferry to Waiheke Island (45 minutes), known for its vineyards, beaches, and local artisan shops. Plan visits to a couple of wineries such as Mudbrick or Cable Bay. Ferry runs frequently from 7:00am to late evening.
Discover New Zealand’s largest art institution with a broad collection ranging from historic Maori works to contemporary international art. Open 10am-5pm.
Free admission (special exhibitions may charge), 2h
Enjoy a New York-inspired lunch at Federal Delicatessen near the gallery, known for excellent pastrami sandwiches and classic deli eats. Open 11am-3pm.
Explore marine wildlife exhibits, including a walk-through underwater tunnel with sharks and rays at Kelly Tarlton’s Sea Life Aquarium. Open 9:30am–6:00pm.