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Sky Tower – The Sky Tower is the tallest building in the Southern Hemisphere and offers visitors spectacular views of the city down below. Stop in at the souvenir shop or dine in the revolving restaurant located on the top floor of the tower. The more adventurous will be happy to hear that plans are underway to include a bungee jumping platform from one of the top floors.
Devonport Ferry – Take a ride on the Devonport Ferry to take in views of the bustling waterfront port of Auckland. The ferry trip will give patrons aboard terrific city skyline views as they travel to the Torpedo Wharf on the Devonport shore. The quaint English seaside town is filled with quaint shops, cafes and restaurants.
One Tree Hill - One Tree Hill is a 20,000-year-old scoria cone offering picturesque views over central Auckland and the areas all around. The eponymous pine tree that formerly sat at the summit had to be removed after several attacks on its 105-year-old trunk. The summit is accessible by car or, for those that prefer a more scenic trip, by walking.
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Antoine’s Restaurant - This fine-dining restaurant was first opened in 1973 and has been enchanting diners ever since. The sophisticated and intimate dinning area makes it a popular spot for romantic dinners as well as business professionals. The contemporary French influenced menu offers many tantalizing dishes.
Paramount Restaurant- Paramount Restaurant continues to be a favored contender for the "Best in Auckland" title and it isn’t hard to see why. The trendy downtown establishment offers a menu filled with the freshest and best of New Zealand produce as well as enticing innovative menu creations.
Cin Cin - Cin Cin is located inside of the historic Ferry Building and overlooks the tranquil water. One of the oldest established restaurants in Auckland has been recently renovated and remains to be one of the most popular places in town. The menu features Italian and Asian inspired cuisine which is complemented by their extensive wine list.
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Broadway - Broadway is a street that is hailed as Auckland's Rodeo Drive. The area is filled with stylish stores that offer specialty goods and high fashion merchandise. Located on Broadway is Two Double Seven, an indoor shopping mall with more specialty boutiques and one of Auckland's largest and best supermarkets.
Parnell Rise and Road - The charming streets of this area are lined with historic homes and buildings. The quaint area is home to many of the city’s most beautiful shops and stores. One can find everything from specialty gifts and antiques to original pieces of art.
Otara Market - The Otara Market has a distinct South Pacific vibe and welcomes thousands of shoppers looking for a bargain each Saturday morning. The open-air market features everything one could want including, fresh fruits and vegetables, music arts and crafts and more.
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Kelly Tarlton Antarctic Encounter and Underwater World – Visitors will be amazed by the enormous underwater passageways that allow onlookers to observe a large variety of sea life indigenous to New Zealand. The underwater world features large sharks, stingrays and more that can be viewed by visitors as they are carried along by a moving floor.
Auckland Zoo – The Auckland Zoo is home to New Zealand's largest collection of native and exotic animal species many of which are very rare such as the rare white rhinos. There are so many animals and habitats to see that visitors will want to ensure that they have ample time to view all the zoo has to offer.
New Zealand National Maritime Museum – New Zealand National Maritime Museum is comprised of thousands of years of maritime history. Sitting on the harbor’s edge, visitors can view numerous restored vessels. Daily cruises are also offers as well as a cafe and store.
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