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Museum of Wellington City & Sea, Wellington
Ollie #71 of 667 attractions in North Island
4.5 of 5 stars 57 reviews

This is Wellington’s city museum, celebrating Wellington’s social, cultural and maritime history. Housed in the historic Bond Store, this popular museum will take you back a... more »

Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  371.9 km from city centre
Auckland Domain, Auckland Central
Ollie #72 of 667 attractions in North Island
4.5 of 5 stars 69 reviews
Characterized by its formal gardens, this park is a great place to relax just minutes away from the city center.
Attraction type  Parks
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Mount Eden, Auckland Central
Ollie #73 of 667 attractions in North Island
4.5 of 5 stars 163 reviews
A trip up the highest volcanic peak in mainland Auckland offers striking views of the downtown area and harbor.
Attraction type  Volcanos
Distance  145.4 km from city centre
Muriwai Surf School, Waimauku
Ollie #74 of 667 attractions in North Island
5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Owner description: Muriwai Surf School is located only 35mins drive from Aucklands central city. Our surf shed is only a one minute walk from the beach. We are located...... more » Owner description: Muriwai Surf School is located only 35mins drive from Aucklands central city. Our surf shed is only a one minute walk from the beach. We are located in a regional park which has fantastic walks with great coastal views. The beach is a black sand beach and 45km long. Aucklands West Coast (Tasman Sea) gets plenty of swell which makes it a perfect place for surfers and non surfers looking to escape the hussle and bussle of the city for a few hours (or in my case life). From the surf shed we offer surf lessons, surf coaching, surfboard & wetsuit hire, adventure hire, blokart hire. We are a Kiwi owned and operated family business who pride ourselves on our old school friendly service. « less
Attraction type  Surf Camps
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Paradise Valley Ventures Horse Riding, Rotorua
Ollie #75 of 667 attractions in North Island
4.5 of 5 stars 46 reviews
Owner description: Want to see the REAL New Zealand from a different perspective? Try a horseback ride over a beautiful 700 acre farm just 6 km from Rotorua. You will...... more » Owner description: Want to see the REAL New Zealand from a different perspective? Try a horseback ride over a beautiful 700 acre farm just 6 km from Rotorua. You will get a free lesson before every ride, to make sure you have a fun and safe experience. They have excellent facilities, professional staff and happy healthy horses. They are the area's only Qualmark endorsed horse riding facility and guarantee customer satisfaction. Panoramic lake and rural views and rides for all abilities. Member of the Sustainable Business Charter, dedicated to environmental and community based initiatives for local and global sustainability. « less
Attraction type  Horseback Riding Stables
Distance  49.8 km from city centre
Ohope Beach, Whakatane
Ollie #76 of 667 attractions in North Island
4.5 of 5 stars 26 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
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The Lost Spring, Whitianga
Ollie #77 of 667 attractions in North Island
4.5 of 5 stars 89 reviews
Attraction type  Hot Springs/ Geysers
Distance  131.1 km from city centre
Waipoua Forest, Waipoua Forest
Ollie #78 of 667 attractions in North Island
5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Attraction type  Forests
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One Tree Hill (Maungakiekie), Auckland Central
Ollie #79 of 667 attractions in North Island
4.5 of 5 stars 91 reviews
The second highest volcanic peak in Auckland, next to Mount Eden, One Tree Hill offers views of the city and has a huge obelisk at the top.
Attraction type  Volcanos; Lookouts; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  142.1 km from city centre
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Bethells Beach, Auckland Central
Ollie #80 of 667 attractions in North Island
4.5 of 5 stars 43 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  148.2 km from city centre
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Ocean Beach, Whangarei
Ollie #81 of 667 attractions in North Island
5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  257.8 km from city centre
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Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Paihia
Ollie #82 of 667 attractions in North Island
4.5 of 5 stars 238 reviews
Owner description: Sweeping clifftop lawns, a giant flagstaff, a unique fully carved Maori meeting house and the historic Treaty House are the setting for guided tours,...... more » Owner description: Sweeping clifftop lawns, a giant flagstaff, a unique fully carved Maori meeting house and the historic Treaty House are the setting for guided tours, basic Maori language classes, cultural shows and the world's largest single-hulled canoe (waka). Open daily except Christmas. Essential to understand NZ bicultural history. « less
Attraction type  Gardens; Historic Sites
Distance  333.3 km from city centre
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Carter Observatory, Wellington
Ollie #83 of 667 attractions in North Island
4.5 of 5 stars 46 reviews
Owner description: Carter Observatory offers visitors a state of the art, digital planetarium with an almost limitless range of virtual space journeys, along with...... more » Owner description: Carter Observatory offers visitors a state of the art, digital planetarium with an almost limitless range of virtual space journeys, along with multi-media exhibits that tell the Māori and European story of New Zealand’s southern skies and the role of the stars in navigation. Carter re-opened in March 2010 as a world class visitor attraction after a multi-million dollar refit. Over its 70 year history it has served as New Zealand’s national observatory and this legacy is reflected in a collection of New Zealand astronomical history including the oldest telescope of its kind operating in New Zealand.Carter offers a fun learning experience for kids and visitors of all ages and has new exhibitions on space flight, New Zealanders and their role in space sciences and much much more. We know you'll leave inspired. « less
Attraction type  Observatories/ Planetariums
Distance  372.0 km from city centre
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Devonport, Auckland Central
Ollie #84 of 667 attractions in North Island
4.5 of 5 stars 260 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  148.2 km from city centre
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Ninety Mile Beach, Kaitaia
Ollie #85 of 667 attractions in North Island
4.5 of 5 stars 30 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  383.2 km from city centre
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Mount Kaukau, Wellington
Ollie #86 of 667 attractions in North Island
5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Attraction type  Lookouts; Mountains
Distance  367.5 km from city centre
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City Art Gallery, Auckland Central
Ollie #87 of 667 attractions in North Island
4.5 of 5 stars 41 reviews
Attraction type  Art Galleries; Art Museums
Distance  147.8 km from city centre
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Off Road NZ, Rotorua
Ollie #88 of 667 attractions in North Island
4.5 of 5 stars 31 reviews
Owner description: Looking for something totally different? Enjoy taking part in first class, pulse-racing, adrenaline pumping adventure activities to drive you to the...... more » Owner description: Looking for something totally different? Enjoy taking part in first class, pulse-racing, adrenaline pumping adventure activities to drive you to the absolute limit? You have found it! Off Road NZ offers awesome off road 4WD adventures and entertainment for adrenaline junkies, thrill seekers, vehicle enthusiasts, couples and groups of friends. What we present is unique, fast, fun and above all absolutely safe. We operate every day. All wet weather gear and protective equipment is provided. « less
Attraction type  Off road/All Terrain Vehicle Trails
Distance  41.0 km from city centre
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Government House, Wellington
Ollie #89 of 667 attractions in North Island
5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Attraction type  Gardens; Historic Sites
Distance  374.1 km from city centre
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Staglands Wildlife Reserve, Wellington
Ollie #90 of 667 attractions in North Island
4.5 of 5 stars 37 reviews
Owner description: Staglands Wildlife Reserve & Café is less than an hour from Wellington and a 'must see' attraction for anyone either living in or visiting Wellington....... more » Owner description: Staglands Wildlife Reserve & Café is less than an hour from Wellington and a 'must see' attraction for anyone either living in or visiting Wellington. Staglands offers a unique experience for people of all ages to feed and freely interact with a wide range of native and exotic birds and animals in an environment that has been created with nature’s materials. Open daily 9:30am-5pm. Adults $19, Children $8 (3 and under no charge) « less
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  334.5 km from city centre
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