Auckland the largest city in New Zealand, is home to over 1.5 million people, and is a cosmopolitan city of huge diversity and culture. Auckland ranks within the world's top ten most desirable cities.

In just half an hour you can be almost anywhere: Sailing to an island, trekking through the rainforest, picnicking on a volcano, sampling wines at a vineyard, or wandering on a wild, black sand surf beach.

The city of Auckland has a reputation for its great art and fashion, a shopper's paradise. Within the city you will find originality and flair everywhere you look. Local theatres and live music shows are opportunities to discover the creative side of New Zealand culture.

Entertainment & Leisure website links

Village 12 Movie Theatre http://www.village.co.nz
MOTAT http://www.motat.org.nz
National Maritime Museum http://www.nzmaritime.org.nz
Parnell Village http://www.parnellvillage.com
Kelly Tarltons Underwater World http://www.kellytarltons.co.nz
One Tree Hill http://www.nz.com
Sky Tower Casino http://www.skycity.co.nz
Waiheke Island http://www.waiheke.co.nz
Waiwera Thermal Hot Pools http://www.waiwera.co.nz/
 
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