New Zealand Student-Approved! Must-Visit Spots in Auckland

When the weather's nice, head outdoors for a hike and soak up the sun! ☀️ If it rains, don’t worry—we’ve got indoor Plan B spots for you too! 🌿 Hiking Spots 📍 Devonport Mt Victoria 🌊 🚢 Take a 10-min ferry to Devonport, then just a 5-min walk to the hill. 🍽️ Tons of restaurants and ice cream shops at the base! 🔥 Food Rec: Akdeniz (Persian cuisine)—huge portions, great value. Their 3-4 person set will leave you stuffed! 📖 Devonport Library: Stunning ocean views, perfect for reading by the sea. 🏖️ Cheltenham Beach is nearby—great for a post-hike stroll! 📍 Mount Eden 🌋 🚗 17-min drive from CBD (free parking available). 👀 A dormant volcano with panoramic views of Auckland—perfect for sunrise or sunset! 🍽️ Domain Road at the base has heaps of Asian restaurants, cafés, and bakeries. 📍 One Tree Hill 🐑 🚗 20-min drive from the city. 🏞️ Scenic hilltop monument with sheep and cows roaming around—quintessential NZ vibes! 🏛️ Indoor Attractions (Rainy Day Plan B!) 🖼️ Auckland Art Gallery (Toi o Tāmaki) 🎨 📍 Next to UOA—features works by Monet, Picasso, and Lattour. A visual feast! 🏛️ Auckland War Memorial Museum 🏺 🎫 FREE for students (normally $18). Covers Māori culture, natural history & world wars. 🌿 Nearby: Winter Garden (beautiful flowers) & Newmarket (shopping & dining). 🦁 Auckland Zoo 🐨 📍 Motions Rd, Western Springs 🎫 Buy tickets online to skip queues! Last entry 3:30 PM. 🦤 See Kiwi birds! (No flash photography!) 🍽️ Food Tip: Better dining options back in the city or Ponsonby. 🎥 Weta Workshop Unleashed 🎬 📍 SkyCity—a movie lover’s dream! 📽️ Behind-the-scenes magic from Lord of the Rings, Avatar, and more. 🗣️ Bilingual tours (CN/EN)—super immersive (some areas may be slightly spooky!). ✈️ Travel Hack for NZ Trips Planning a NZ trip? Check out or exclusive deals on flights & hotels—book early to save big! 🛫 #ExploreNZWithFliggy #NorthIslandNZ #NZTravelGuide #Auckland