How Many Days to Spend in Auckland?

Just got back from Auckland—here’s my real take! ✨ (Non-tourist POV) 1️⃣ First Impressions Auckland Airport = Tiny! 🏢 (Feels like a Tier 3 Chinese city… but with Chinese signs everywhere 😂) Pro tip: Grab a SIM card + AT HOP transport card ASAP! 2️⃣ Citywalk Highlights Sky Tower area = Perfect for photos! 📸 Quirky shops & cafés—great for lazy strolls. 3️⃣ Foodie Heaven 🍜 Dominion Rd + North Shore = Chinese food galore! 🥢 (Even locals queue up!) No risk of starvation here. 😋 4️⃣ Budget Warning! 💸 1 NZD ≈ 4.5 RMB Prices will shock you: Pen: $4.5 ✏️ Fried noodles: $15-17 🍝 Spend wisely! 5️⃣ Transport Tips Buses = Slow + Expensive 🚌💨 Walk if you can! For faraway spots? Join a tour! 6️⃣ Scenery = 10/10 🌿🌊 Historic buildings + ancient trees = Instagram gold! Blue skies + crystal water = Retirement vibes. 😌 7️⃣ What to Wear? May (autumn): ~18°C 🧥 Some in T-shirts, others in puffers—pack layers! 8️⃣ Safety Notes Generally safe BUT… Homeless folks around CBD 🚶‍♂️→ Avoid walking alone at night! 9️⃣ Ideal Trip Length 2 days max! ⏳ Extra time? FLY TO SOUTH ISLAND! (Regret not going 😭) Final Verdict: Auckland’s for slow travel & nature lovers—not city slickers. Perfect escape from hustle! 🌿 #AucklandTravel #NZTips #BudgetTravel #Wanderlust