Auckland Downtown, Flowers, Historic Buildings, Island & Reefs, Landscape + Nature Pictures

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Nature experiences abound in this city surrounded by harbors and rain forest. Go island hopping, dine out on the water or peer into the crater of a volcano.

Clear waters, rolling surf and black sand shores are surrounded by emerald cliffs and sub-tropical rain forest at this remote beach.

Hike up this grassy volcano to see 360-degree views of Waitemata Harbour and the Hauraki Gulf, as well as intriguing historical sites and cultural centres.

Clear waters, rolling surf and black sand shores are surrounded by emerald cliffs and sub-tropical rain forest at this remote beach.

Clear waters, rolling surf and black sand shores are surrounded by emerald cliffs and sub-tropical rain forest at this remote beach.

As well as military artifacts, this museum offers insight into New Zealand’s natural history, Maori culture, and craftwork, such as jewelry and weaving.

Walking trails through coastal forest and sand dunes, and waves made for surfing characterize this beach.

Clear waters, rolling surf and black sand shores are surrounded by emerald cliffs and sub-tropical rain forest at this remote beach.

This park was once an active volcano, and today it features exotic trees, sculptural artworks and a museum.

This park was once an active volcano, and today it features exotic trees, sculptural artworks and a museum.

This small island is famous for gourmet eateries, vineyards and relaxing beaches.

Auckland’s city center feels like another world when compared to this scenic waterfront suburb, filled with great restaurants, art galleries and fine beaches.

Clear waters, rolling surf and black sand shores are surrounded by emerald cliffs and sub-tropical rain forest at this remote beach.

White sands lead down to calm and inviting waters flanked by native bush on this quiet island beach.

A train rattles over timber bridges and through glowworm-filled tunnels, while black sand beaches, waterfalls and rain forest provide striking views for hikers.

Combining historic architecture with modern facilities, Auckland’s harbourside transport terminal is the place to embark on an adventure or simply sit with a coffee and watch the world go by.

A train rattles over timber bridges and through glowworm-filled tunnels, while black sand beaches, waterfalls and rain forest provide striking views for hikers.

Take a walking trail that visits a volcano crater, a 19th-century prison and the historic buildings of this quaint village.

Walking trails through coastal forest and sand dunes, and waves made for surfing characterize this beach.

Combining historic architecture with modern facilities, Auckland’s harbourside transport terminal is the place to embark on an adventure or simply sit with a coffee and watch the world go by.

This small island is famous for gourmet eateries, vineyards and relaxing beaches.