Zoo in Auckland

“Western Springs Lakeside Park is one of the most beautiful and relaxing spots in Auckland. The lush greenery, serene lake, and abundance of birdlife make it perfect for a weekend stroll or picnic. The walking paths are well-maintained, and there are plenty of open spaces for kids to play or just to sit and enjoy nature. It’s also right next to the Auckland Zoo and MOTAT, making it a great addition to a day out. Highly recommended for anyone looking to unwind without leaving the city!”

“What a great experience. Such a beautiful scene. We went with baby, so did not attempt the walk ways. We walked accross the beach during low tide and went up to the museum. Will definitely head back once baby is a bit older to complete the routes.”

“Awesome experience. It’s great to walk around and see all the art and animals. Great views of the Kaipara as well. Keep an eye out for charities selling tickets.”

“Great way to spend time with the kiddo. Aviation museum was a feast for eyes and other exhibits in Bldg 5 and 6 were very educational and fun. Highly recommended!”

“Absolutely lovely to wander around. Calming and natural. Also great to see locals making use of the facilities. The monarch butterflies and caterpillars were a treat to see!”

“We booked the community room for our Xmas function. It was a bit warm without any air conditioner but apart from that it was a great location and will definitely go there again. Next time we will bring fans.”

“SheepWorld in Warkworth is a charming and educational experience for all ages. The staff are friendly, the demonstrations are fun and informative, and the animals are well cared for. It’s a great place to learn about New Zealand’s farming heritage while enjoying a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Highly recommend!”

“Excellent food. Nice quirky place. The young lady who served the table was very gentle and kind. We ordered eggplant puree with naan bread for entrée and it was delicious. The lamb shank with mashed potato and rib beef and both meals were superb. It's a shame they don’t have beers but it goes with their tradition. Recommended!”

“A must go. This is now our second time and loved every bite of food. I had the pork katsu curry with rice and it was just simply delicious. If you’re having dinner in my Eden, please have it here.”

“Very friendly staffs. We are enjoying this shop where we live close by. They got veriety products and theme items for our cat.”

“This is my first time choosing a group tour and I have to say I am so so so glad I went with Kiwi Experience. I did the Chilled Kiwi and it was brilliant from start to finish. A very special mention to our tour guide Ricky, for making the trip legendary and run so smoothly. I would recommend their small group tours to everyone coming to New Zealand.”

“Great fields and facilities. Only know it through my daughter's early morning football practice but everything seems top notch.”

“The first thing I want to say is how lucky I was to make the right decision. My son is three years old, and before that I visited a lot of places and did a lot of research. I knew a little bit about the environment before I came here and courses are great. I didn't expect too much for the teachers to be so friendly and responsible. For me, the feelings and experiences of children are more important than anything else. Because my son has not attended any day care before, his native language is not English, and his grandmother often takes care of him went back home for a period of time, which makes me worried about whether he will adapt to the new environment. All teachers, the front desk staff and the centre manager all understood my concerns and cooperated with each other to help my son to adapt faster and better. After two weeks transiting,my son is happy to stay and not crying after we drop him off. I am really grateful to the teachers there and this is the most responsible place I have encountered. They will understand the parents' thoughts and concerns, and work together, everything is for the sake of the child. Hope my son will have a wonderful journey in kakapo creek.”

“Nice place to wander around looking at the lambs and the flowers. The only downside is the people who can't or won't follow the signs and therefore pick the flowers or drive down the area of twin oaks drive which is now closed off so that it can be used as a walking path. IDIOTS !”

“A great facility catering for many needs. Horses communicate in many ways to heal and repair damaged souls.”

“Love going to the zoo was good to see Auckland zoo again”

“Very helpful staff. They put on a great reception.”

“Good club with good heritage well maintained and have really good players”

“It's such a beautiful place for the kids and their parents as well to hanging out ❤ , Good point to do the BBQ as well.”

“This place is great, a nice cheap way to entertain the kids for a while and leave them with something to talk about”

“Great hidden park. Small area with swings and slides”

“Was amazing my first time there, Had a park playground for the younger ones Bombing area and slides area into the pools also a basketball shooting area Beautiful views out to the ocean and the bridge going to NorthShore With the sky tower in view”

“Great place do visit, wasn't expecting to find such a diverse and interesting place but a local mentioned it and I'm glad they did. If you have young kids they'd live it for the animals and there are very good coffees and food to be had in this complex. St Andrews Church also suits beautifully nestled into this stunning area. Well worth stopping.”

“Nixon Park is a great community space with a mix of recreational facilities. It features a playground, a basketball half-court, a skate park, and open grassy areas, making it ideal for families, sports enthusiasts, and dog walkers. The park is well-maintained and offers a peaceful atmosphere, though parking can be limited on busy days. With its convenient location and variety of activities, Nixon Park is a fantastic spot for outdoor fun and relaxation. Even it has kids playground and public toilets.”

“We had a wonderful dining experience. The place seemed more like a bar at first, but the food truly amazed me. The focaccia was soft and airy, and the steak was juicy and fresh. Everything was full of flavor, and I especially loved the salad and the paper corn sauce! The manager kindly agreed to let us sit outside and even turned on the cool fire heater, although it did take a bit of time to warm up in the freezing winter! We loved the experience and will definitely come back to dine at this place again.”

“Many parents bring their children to play here. Great outdoor place for children.”

“Great place if you want to let you dog off the leash in a save (fenced) environment. The fenced area is really big - it’s not gonna get cramped in there. Rest of the park is big, well maintained and offers beautiful views and relaxing benches.”

“Great dog walking spot. Limited parking.”

“A very, very wonderful and beautiful park. There are various birds and wonderful views. I recommend visiting it. I had a lot of fun with my family.”