Here are 5 things you must do on your trip to Auckland, New Zealand

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Auckland is a city in the North Island of New Zealand. The lively urban city with beachside outskirts and friendly communities is diverse and offers various tourist activities. Enjoy several water sports, hiking, and trekking, plus a vibrant nightlife. Here is a list of five things to try when you visit.

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Visit Waiheke Island
Take a ferry from downtown Auckland to the beautiful island of Waiheke. The island is home to extensive vineyards, olive groves, beautiful sandy beaches, and 30 wineries. Get to enjoy swimming and kayaking down the Hauraki Gulf. If you want trekking, there are several nature trails along the shores, down the cliff tops, or into the native forest.

You can also join a wine tasting tour or have a picnic in the vineyards as you enjoy the unmatched scenic beauty of the island and all that it offers.


Visit Skycity Auckland
As a gaming enthusiast, you have probably been accustomed to online gambling. While online casinos such as spincasino.com/nz/ offer some of the best bonus offers and promotions, the land-based experience remains unmatched.

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Skycity, located in Auckland, stands out as the only casino in Auckland city. The complex houses an auditorium, several bars, a couple of hotels, and many restaurants. For travelers looking to visit this casino, there is much more than games, such as international, local cuisines, and accommodation offered at the venue.

For the casino, expect to be entertained with 2000+ gaming machines, several table games such as Blackjack, Russian roulette, and baccarat, plus an exclusive VIP program.

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Bungee Jumping
Experience an adrenaline rush by bungee jumping from the Auckland bridge and the sky tower. When visiting Auckland, this is a test of courage that everyone chooses to undertake. Bungee jumping spots include bridges such as the Kawarau Bridge or Auckland Harbour bridge.

Other popular spots include Auckland Sky tower that is 192 meters tall. Enjoy plunging through 58 floors before landing in SkyCity Plaza.


Experience the Food
This has to be on your to-do list when you visit a new city. Enjoy international cuisines plus local and diverse New Zealand dishes. With its vast coastline, Auckland boasts of very tasty and freshly prepared crayfish. Top on the list of local dishes is the roasted lamb, mainly because New Zealand produces the best meat exports, traditionally cooked Hāngī plus fish and chips.
In terms of drinks, Auckland offers a range of fruity and crispy wines, non-alcoholic beverages, plus sweet beverages.

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Enjoy Views of Auckland and its Harbors from One Tree Hill
Maungakiekie is a 182-meter volcanic peak that serves spiritual significance for the Maori and other New Zealanders. Reaching the summit of the peak gives you a 360-degree view of Auckland and the two harbors.

Apart from this, enjoy walking around Cornwall park as well as the Acacia Cottage. Learn more about the fascinating and rich Māori culture from the Cornwall Park Information Centre and discover how the pā(village) would look.

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