Ultimate Auckland: City Drive & Museum
Moderate Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
Auckland Museum
The Auckland Museum is a neoclassical building overlooking the picturesque Waitemata Harbour. It is a place to discover and learn about New Zealand's history and stories. Since 1929, the Museum has also served as place of remembrance for the many Aucklanders who have sacrificed their lives in war. It details New Zealand's involvement in both World Wars and the country's peacekeeping efforts.
Note: Please be advised the Auckland Museum is currently undergoing renovation work.
Auckland (city drive)
Short but sweet, this orientation driving tour may be only 90 minutes, but it offers a wonderful overview of this beautiful city. Nicknamed the City of Sails, Auckland is one of the few cities in the world to have harbours on two different bodies of water. The waterfront location offers visitors and locals alike beautiful beaches, breathtaking scenery, and a temperate climate in addition to a cosmopolitan city just waiting to be explored. A diverse population brings an exciting blend of cultures to Auckland, and European, Asian and South Pacific influences are reflected in the city's architecture and cultural charm.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
No tour would be complete without a photo stop at a scenic viewpoint. Be sure to have your camera to commemorate the moment.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
A relaxed, narrated driving tour takes you past many major points of interest in Auckland, the largest city in New Zealand. Drive through the downtown area and note the contrast in architectural styles: modern skyscrapers and restored Victorian buildings coexist in harmony. You'll see the colonial-style shops that line the charming streets of Parnell Village, an exclusive shopping district; Auckland's Sky Tower, the second tallest structure in the Southern Hemisphere; and dazzling views as you make a roundtrip crossing over the dramatic Harbour Bridge.
Points of interest
Auckland Museums
Auckland City and Surrounds
Schedule
Special Notes
Guests must be able to climb a few steps unassisted to board the transportation. There are approximately 800 meters (less than half-mile) of walking at the Auckland Museum. Photos taken at the museum must be for personal use only; tripods are not permitted. For security reasons backpacks and other large hand-carry items are not allowed into the museum. The Auckland Museum is currently under-going renovations but remains open for cruise guests and the public. Please note not all exhibits are shown during the guided tour. The Museum offers limited wheelchairs for use. Tour order may vary.
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Moderate Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
Auckland Museum
The Auckland Museum is a neoclassical building overlooking the picturesque Waitemata Harbour. It is a place to discover and learn about New Zealand's history and stories. Since 1929, the Museum has also served as place of remembrance for the many Aucklanders who have sacrificed their lives in war. It details New Zealand's involvement in both World Wars and the country's peacekeeping efforts.
Note: Please be advised the Auckland Museum is currently undergoing renovation work.
Auckland (city drive)
Short but sweet, this orientation driving tour may be only 90 minutes, but it offers a wonderful overview of this beautiful city. Nicknamed the City of Sails, Auckland is one of the few cities in the world to have harbours on two different bodies of water. The waterfront location offers visitors and locals alike beautiful beaches, breathtaking scenery, and a temperate climate in addition to a cosmopolitan city just waiting to be explored. A diverse population brings an exciting blend of cultures to Auckland, and European, Asian and South Pacific influences are reflected in the city's architecture and cultural charm.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
No tour would be complete without a photo stop at a scenic viewpoint. Be sure to have your camera to commemorate the moment.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
A relaxed, narrated driving tour takes you past many major points of interest in Auckland, the largest city in New Zealand. Drive through the downtown area and note the contrast in architectural styles: modern skyscrapers and restored Victorian buildings coexist in harmony. You'll see the colonial-style shops that line the charming streets of Parnell Village, an exclusive shopping district; Auckland's Sky Tower, the second tallest structure in the Southern Hemisphere; and dazzling views as you make a roundtrip crossing over the dramatic Harbour Bridge.
Points of interest
Auckland Museums
Auckland City and Surrounds
Schedule
Special Notes
Guests must be able to climb a few steps unassisted to board the transportation. There are approximately 800 meters (less than half-mile) of walking at the Auckland Museum. Photos taken at the museum must be for personal use only; tripods are not permitted. For security reasons backpacks and other large hand-carry items are not allowed into the museum. The Auckland Museum is currently under-going renovations but remains open for cruise guests and the public. Please note not all exhibits are shown during the guided tour. The Museum offers limited wheelchairs for use. Tour order may vary.