Hidden Culture of Central Auckland, walk and morning tea
Our walk takes us through the inner city, learning about Auckland’s history from early Māori habitation through to modern new developments. We are known as the city of sails but what is even more unique is that we are a city of extinct volcanoes. We weave our way down side streets and lanes, some of it on reclaimed land, past the Art Gallery and into Albert Park. We walk through Auckland University, where we see a Māori marae and a Fale Pasifika. We return to our meeting point via the entertainment area of Aotea Square, Queen Street and side streets, pointing out places of significance along the way. Auckland is undergoing a great re-vitalisation so there has never been a better time to explore our great inner city.
All this walking will make us thirsty so we finish our tour at an opulent art-deco restaurant for a welcome tea/coffee plus snacks e.g. pastries and or scones and or sandwiches (included in the tour cost).
per adult from
$55
NZDDuration
3 hours
Voucher
Mobile ticket
What's included :
- Coffee and/or Tea - Drinks plus snacks e.g. croissant, scones, sandwiches
What's excluded :
- Entry/Admission - Takutai Square
- Entry/Admission - Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki
- Entry/Admission - Albert Park
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
- This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Takutai Square, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010 New Zealand
Learn about the square's recent redevelopment and on Saturday's there is a market showcasing New Zealand products.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki, Wellesley St E Corner Kitchener, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010 New Zealand
Learn about the development of the Art Gallery
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Albert Park, Princes St, Auckland Central, Auckland New Zealand
Stroll through these inner city gardens
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: The Civic-Auckland Live, Corner Queen Street & Wellesley Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1001 New Zealand
An atmospheric theatre
Stop At: Queen Street, Auckland Central, Auckland New Zealand
We walk down Queen Street taking in the sights before ending our tour with coffee/tea and snacks
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Auckland Town Hall, Queen Street Aotea Square, Auckland Central, Auckland 2004 New Zealand
Situated in the city's theatre precinct, this much-loved landmark is home to Auckland's orchestra.
Stop At: Queens Arcade 34-40 Queen Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010 New Zealand
Pass this heritage mall with retailers selling, for example chocolate, crafts and knitwear.
Duration: 2 minutes
Pass By: Smith & Caughey's, 261 Queen St 225 Broadway, Newmarket, Auckland 1010 New Zealand
Auckland's last remaining department store.
Pass By: Snickel Lane (between Fort Lane and, Commerce Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
This lane has been inspired by the laneways of Melbourne and the Snickelways of York.
Pass By: Britomart, Level 3 130 Quay Street Waitemata Harbour, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010 New Zealand
Auckland's Transport Centre and the area has restaurants and shops.
Pass By: Roukai Lane, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
A quiet through lane
Stop At: Pauanesia NZ Gift & Souvenir Store, 35 High St, Auckland CBD, CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
We talk about some of our New Zealand bird life as we pass this shop.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The Strand Arcade, 227 Queen St, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010 New Zealand
One of the oldest arcades in Auckland.
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Aotea Square, 50 Mayoral Drive, Auckland Central, Auckland 1001 New Zealand
A large paved public area
Duration: 5 minutes Departure Point :
Queens Wharf International Cruise Terminal, 89 Quay Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New ZealandDeparture Time :
9:00 AMReturn Detail :
58 Queen Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New ZealandHotel Pickup :
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Language
English
Age Req.
-
Fitness Req.
None
Group Size
6
Organised by Around Auckland Tours Limited
Activity ID: V-168446P1
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