Auckland Airport & Attractions - New Zealand
Auckland airport information, travel advice, links and guides
Auckland International Airport Phone: +64 (0)9 275 0789. Airport Location & Facilities: The airport is situated 14 miles (22km) south of
Auckland.Facilities at the airport include left
luggage, business facilities, a medical centre, banks and ATMs,
bars, restaurants and shops, a crèche, a post office, Internet
kiosks, tourist information and hotel reservations desks. Disabled
facilities are good, but those with special needs should inform
their airline or travel agent in
advance. Departure Tax: A NZ$25 departure fee must be paid by every
international passenger, other than children under 12 years of age
and transit passengers in Auckland for less than 24
hours. Airport Transfers & Parking: An Airbus bus service leaves regularly
(every 20 minutes during the day and every 30 minutes at night) for
the city centre and costs NZ$15 for a single ticket. Shuttle buses
also offer economical transportation between the airport and city
or suburbs on a 'shared ride' basis. Taxis are also available; the
airport to city fare is about NZ$50 to
NZ$65.There is main and long-term parking
available. Website: www.auckland-airport.co.nz
Top Things to Do In Auckland
Auckland Museum Situated on The Domain, an extensive central
city parkland on one of Auckland's extinct volcanic hills, the
Auckland Museum overlooks the city and the attractive Waitemata
Harbour. Hauraki Gulf Islands The Hauraki Gulf is studded with numerous
islands such as Rangitoto, Waiheke and Great Barrier Island and
those close to the mainland make a good day trip. Sky Tower The Sky Tower, at 1,076ft (328m), is the
tallest building in the Southern Hemisphere and has unforgettable
views over the city, the harbour and the gulf islands. Bay of Islands The Bay of Islands is famous for its
beautiful coastal scenery and it is one of North Island's major
attractions.
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Travel Guide - Auckland
Auckland is situated on a narrow strip of land,
flanked by two magnificent harbours to the east and west.
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