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What to do and see in Auckland, North Island: The Best Water & Amusement Parks
The Māori call Auckland Tāmaki Makaurau — a maiden desired by 100 lovers,
and a valuable territory fought over for centuries for its fertile land and
natural harbors on the Pacific Ocean (to the east) and Tasman Sea (to the
west). Today, it’s New Zealand’s largest city: A vibrant and diverse place
where nature and urban life go hand-in- hand, with 48 volcanic cones, more
than 50 islands, and 29,000 km of coastline and beaches just minutes away
from the arts and shopping of the central city.
Restaurants in Auckland
1. Rocket Ropes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
Rocket Ropes offers a unique mix of adrenaline pumping high ropes aerial challenges: Two separate courses comprising four levels of intense and demanding high ropes activities - each with their own climbing tower and together with New Zealand’s only powerfan long drop, a 12m giant sky swing and two ripper zip / flying fox lines. Rocket Ropes is based close to Auckland Airport - call or email today to arrange a courtesy shuttle pick up for customers, to or from the airport.
Reviewed By luseanea
Booking process made super easy and smooth process, efficient as well as i was booking from Perth. Kiddies throughly enjoyed their birthday activity. Thanks
2. Spookers Haunted Attractions
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 237 reviews
Spookers is a live entertainment experience in which the victims (you!) move through theatrically themed Haunted Houses, and outdoor environments decorated by sets, props and live scare-actors. As you walk through the attractions you will come across unexpected visual, tactile, and sound effects intended to scare the yell out of you. Are you tired of the mundane? Need some excitement in your life? Spine chilling, blood spilling, thrilling, terrifying horror will grab hold of you from start to finish. From the blood curdling butcher to the so-sad babies and other tortured souls with their voices seeping through the floorboards; just three steps into Spookers Haunted House could have you begging for mercy and sprinting for the door! Disturbia takes 'three dimensional' to another level. Step into the world of blacklight loving freaks! Tight spaces, loud noises and the fast pace will test your limits. Psychedelic clowns take "clowning around" to their irrational happy place. Don't hide, because they'll find you! Giggling, cackling, sending chills through your body. Fear takes over, you can't move. Bright lights, flickering all around you…. walls closing in on you. Disturbia is thoroughly disturbing.
Reviewed By Gmoney484 - Auckland, New Zealand
Spoiler Free Review: This is a review of the annual Spookers 'fun' run - Run For Your Freak'n Life. To summarise, it's a 5km run/walk with plenty of obstacles and zombies. You can run in teams, you carry four tags around your waist and the goal is to get all the members of your team to the finish line together, with as many tags as possible. I don't think it's really about winning though. We took about 90 minutes to do the course. I'm going to sum up by saying it was amazing and REALLY fun. The obstacles were challenging, some requiring team work, you will get completely covered in mud and wet, all while being chased by zombies and chainsaws - yes, during the run, you hear random chainsaws being started in the forest and people screaming as a result. The organisation was excellent, but my biggest praise goes to the actors. Amazing (and frightening) make-up aside, they really played their parts to perfection - there were plenty of genuine shocks making you run like hell - even though you know they are just actors. Secondly, zombies will give you assistance if you get in a bit of strife (while still staying in character) - we had Granddad and he need some help getting out of swamps - cue a zombie. I had a crash on one of the obstacles, cue a zombie checking I'm alright.. before screaming at me and taking a tag. I would recommend this, I'm going to do it again - it would be a great birthday activity for teens (13+ minimum age), great corporate activity etc etc - there is a costume competition as well. Well done Spookers :)
3. Grey Lynn Paddling Pool
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By S9150UTjasonk - Auckland Central, New Zealand
Our 2 and 5 year old love coming to this paddling pool in summer. It's maximum 0.75m deep so less stress about kids getting out of their depth. Pool attendant there full time in summer. Head there in the late afternoon after the water has warmed up from all day sun and most people have gone home. There's even a fantastic new playground right next to it.
4. VR Voom
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Welcome to VR Voom! Offering New Zealand’s first virtual reality (VR) players vs. players (PvP) multiplayer shooting game – No Man’s Land 96. It consist of 96 square metres to allow for a 2 players versus 2 players shooting game competition. We are a team that is passionate about bringing you the best and most advanced VR experience of a lifetime! We have a 400 square metres premises and an extensive range of VR games/contents for people across the age groups and also kids friendly games! Our two party rooms are great for birthday parties, workplace gathering and more. Located on 391-393 Khyber Pass Road in the heart of Newmarket, we are extremely easy to get to, and also there are plenty of on-site and off street car parking available. So bring your family and friends to come and have some fun.
Reviewed By VivashalS - Auckland Central, New Zealand
Been here twice and the virtual games and activities are out of this world The reality of the VR games is so life like it will leave you breathless and at times disorientated with excitement Games are real and engaging and plenty of fun for adults and teenagers . Give No mans land a try , with plenty of real life racing games as well It’s a must try for all gaming and no gaming Adults and Kids A must do when in Auckland
5. Rainbow's End Theme Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 592 reviews
It's fun on demand at Rainbow's End so how will you play it? With over 20 rides and attractions, there's something for everyone. Try out the brand new AA Driver’s Town! This is an amazing attraction for children up to 12 years old where kids are be able to get behind the wheel in miniature Suzuki Swift vehicles and try out their driving skills in a miniature town. From thrill rides like Stratosfear, Fearfall and Power Surge to family fun on the Log Flume, Bumper Boats and Karts there is something everyone will enjoy. Kidz Kingdom is also at Rainbow’s End and is especially for kids 8 years and under. There are lots of rides for kids and the whole area is fully covered so it’s a perfect place to visit rain or shine. Rainbow's End offers great value for money as you only pay one entry price which covers all your rides as many times as you like! Located only 20 minutes drive from the CBD with lots of free parking. See you soon at Rainbow's End! Open every day except Christmas Day.
Reviewed By Sloppywarrior12 - Santorini, Greece
Absolutely spectacular rainbows end themepark Has amazing rides and rides it so thrilling children love them adults will get scared. The food there is meh but the rides are really amazing. There are lots of car related stuff and there are some water involving activitys. I recommend the kids over four years old.
6. Odyssey Sensory Maze
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 278 reviews
Odyssey Sensory Maze is Auckland’s newest tourist attraction situated right in the heart of Auckland CBD. Odyssey will send you on a journey that will invigorate, indulge and challenge your senses as you travel through 13 different zones with special lighting effects, illusions, unusual sounds and darker challenging spaces.Odyssey is a mind-blowing journey that will leave you wondering how it is all possible and if you are perhaps in another world.
Reviewed By Llooccaall
My favourite part would have been the ball pit, felt like a little kid again, throwing the balls and sinking into them. My advice would be to take your time and enjoy all the different rooms/activities. The staff were really friendly and helpful. We made sure to ask for a photo at the beginning after all you need some photos to look back on and remember the fun you had.
7. Whangaparaoa Narrow Gauge Railway
8. Silverdale Adventure Park
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 49 reviews
Auckland's premier adventure park! Launching this summer.
Reviewed By Undercoverchild - Auckland, New Zealand
An amazing day for kids and parents. And a birthday party celebration that is hard to beat. Well prized, lots to do to keep the kids entertained but also allowing the inner child in parents to just have some fun with the kids. It takes all the stress out of birthday parties. It's as easy as book and turn up. Take your own cake or arrange as part of catering. We just celebrated a 9th birthday. It was the third party at this venue, a variety of party rooms, and it doesn't get easier than that, especially for working moms. The staff interaction and awareness is phenomenal. The food was well liked by the children and the adult platters were delicious as well. .
9. Crystal Mountain
Overall Ratings
2.5 based on 208 reviews
Crystal Mountain is West Auckland's Premier Tourist Attraction loaded with fun activities and much to see and do.This exciting purpose built gallery houses New Zealand’s largest selection of Crystals and Minerals from around the world and has been specifically built for easy access for visitors of all ages, regardless of physical ability and will delight old and young alike with many rare and beautiful specimens are available both on exhibit and for sale, Travel by elevator to the heart of Crystal Mountain to our world class Crystal Mine Museum where you will find a world class exhibition, of rare and exquisite crystals and minerals directly imported and sourced from mines around the world & beyond, an educational experience that will delight all ages.Besides our world class collection of crystals and minerals, Crystal Mountain also offers Beautiful semi-precious gifts and souvenirs you will treasure, at realistic prices. A wonderful collection is available for sale - many of which have been designed by our own company.Even the most passionate collectors will find something special to add to their natural or polished specimen collection. A Large selection of semi-precious stone pendants, bead necklaces and bracelets, unique designs of sterling silver pendants, rings, bracelets, earrings etc…Set with quality faceted semi-precious gems and cabochons are also available.Fabulous food is another specialty at Crystal Mountain treat yourself to a delicious café lunch & Espresso coffee at Café on the Rock while the kids journey through the Exotic Animal Park on the Crystal Mountain Express train, Feed the friendly animals, Pan for Crystals, Bungy jump on the bungy tramp, have a Pony ride or ride on the new state of the art Gonzales Roller Coaster recently imported from Italy.Set on 40 acres, in the foothills of the Waitakere Ranges it is a peaceful oasis just 20 km from Auckland C.B.D.
Reviewed By NatalieMarshMD
I haven’t been to Crystal Mountain in a while just because of staff etc but this past week I came and what a change!!!! All the staff were really friendly but one girl in particular, Monica, was just an absolute gem! She was knowledgeable and just had the most amazing customer service! Honestly thought she was the manager but turns out that’s she’s just normal staff. Would definitely expect her to get a promotion or a pay rise. Talent like that definitely needs to be kept!!! Also, crystals were an affordable price, cafe food was awesome and loved the Peacocks which hung around the car park. Would definitely come back and recommend to my friends????
