Auckland guide For your real Auckland experience

For party and fun lowers: Auckland deserves to be in the world's top 10 party towns with Belgrade, Montreal, Buenos Aires, Dubai, Thessaloniki, La Paz and Cape Town for its diversity of entertainment, hospitality and nightlife.

Auckland guide provides the important information what this beautiful city has to offer, whether you travel to visit Auckland, or for a holiday, or you intend to emmigrate to New Zealand.

Now is the right time to come and explore the largest city of New Zealand. Auckland welcomes you! It won't be long before you fall in love with its beautiful shores and diverse city life.

From coast to coast – Auckland has an ocean on either side to explore and in-between – nature and cosmopolitan city.

When the sun is out, you can take a walk through busy modern shopping streets and centres, with a cafe never too far away. Check out Auckland hotspots during a day and at night for a variety of night life: entertainment, dining, harbour cruising and more.

Alternatively, you can escape the busy city and catch a wave on the West Coast beaches, cruise and sail in Waitemata Harbour and the open sea. There are many Auckland attractions to choose from.

For nature lovers, there are many walkways inviting you to explore lush evergreen subtropical forests and stunning waterfalls.

Or just simply soak in the sun, enjoying your favorite drink at a cafe in the heart of the City, the waterfront or nearby beaches.

If you are lucky to come to live, work or study in Auckland, the Guide will help you to meet and get to know the city which will be your new home.

If you're looking to explore the whole of New Zealand, travel to Auckland is a great start.

And remember: planning a trip in advance makes the journey a lot more enjoyable.

But before you pack your suitcase, explore these pages. I'll share with you my Auckland experiences.

Your guide to living in Auckland