Auckland 4 Day Itinerary

Title: 4-Day Itinerary for Exploring Auckland

Day 1: City Discovery & Sky Tower

  • Morning: Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Café Hanoi (30-38, Tyler St) - a popular spot for brunch in the city.

  • Afternoon: Visit the Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki (Corner Kitchener and Wellesley Streets), immerse yourself in New Zealand’s art history. Nearby, explore Albert Park.

  • Evening: Ascend the Sky Tower (Corner Federal & Victoria Streets) for panoramic city views and dinner at Orbit 360 Dining & Bar.

  • Transportation: Auckland’s CBD is walkable, but you can use the AT HOP Card for buses and trains.

Day 2: Beaches & Waiheke Island

  • Morning: Grab a coffee at Allpress Espresso (51-55 custom St) before heading to Bethells Beach, known for its iconic black sands.

  • Afternoon: Take a ferry to Waiheke Island. Visit the Oneroa Beach, wine taste at local vineyards like Mudbrick Vineyard & Restaurant or Cable Bay Vineyards.

  • Evening: Return to Auckland, enjoy dinner at Gordon St Cafe & Bistro (270 Symonds St) - a cozy eatery with an extensive menu.

Day 3: West Coast Adventure

  • Morning: Visit the Auckland Zoo (99 Motions Road, Western Springs), home to over 140 species. Have lunch at the Zoo Cafe.

  • Afternoon: Head to the West Coast Beaches, such as Piha Beach and Karekare Beach. Explore the nearby rainforests and waterfalls.

  • Evening: Dine at The White House Piha (108 Seaview Road, Piha) with stunning views of the sunset.

Day 4: Islands & Harbour Cruise

  • Morning: Explore Devonport by ferry from Auckland’s CBD. Visit Takapuna Beach, shop at Victoria Street and climb Mt Victoria.

  • Afternoon: Embark on a Harbour Cruise to see the city skyline, Auckland Harbour Bridge, and volcanic islands. Some popular operators include Fullers Ferry or Explore Group.

  • Evening: Have a final dinner at Ebisu (296 Quay St) - an authentic Japanese restaurant with great views of the harbor.

Accommodation: Auckland offers various accommodations to suit different budgets. Popular choices include SkyCity Grand Hotel, Quest Newmarket and Backpackers on Kelly’s.

Tips:

  • Use a My Auckland Transport Travelcard for unlimited travel on buses, trains, and ferries within the city.
  • Check out local events at aucklandnz.com/events to add cultural experiences to your itinerary.
  • New Zealand accepts most major credit cards but carrying cash is handy for small purchases and some cafes or markets.

Enjoy your trip to Auckland!