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Auckland Parks, Auckland Gardens and Auckland Arboretums
(Auckland, North Island, New Zealand NZ)
Auckland has an enormous number of regional parks, nature reserves and gardens, with many gardens located in the very heart Auckland, on the outskirts of Auckland and throughout this area of New Zealand's North Island. These Auckland parks and gardens include the Auckland Botanic Gardens, Eden Gardens, Victoria Park and the spreading Auckland Domain Park, which contains the popular Wintergardens and regularly hosts many of Auckland's premier outdoor events and concerts.
Here are the most popular regional parks, gardens and reserves in and around Auckland, providing important green recreational areas in the city of Auckland.
Auckland Gardens and Parks: Auckland Botanic Gardens - Hill Road, Manurewa, Auckland, 1702, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 266 7158
The Auckland Botanic Gardens can be found in southern Auckland, within easy reach of the city centre.
Home to a wealth of native plants, attractions at the Auckland Botanic Gardens include mature trees and shrubs, important collections of exotic plants, landscaped gardens, secluded picnic spots and seating areas, pathways, colourful flower borders and an impressive fountain.
Auckland gardens open: daily - 09:00 to dusk
Auckland gardens admission: free
Auckland Gardens and Parks: Albert Park - Princes Street, Auckland, 1001, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 307 7604
Albert Park, in central Auckland, is a large parkland with many open expanses of grass, together with landscaped gardens, a band stand, statues and seating areas.
Auckland gardens open: daily - 24 hours
Auckland gardens admission: free
Auckland Gardens and Parks: Auckland Domain Park - Auckland, 1001, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 307 7604
The Auckland Domain Park, in central Auckland, is one of the city's most popular public parks and dates back to the mid-19th century. Containing many attractions, including the Wintergardens, outdoor sports facilities, sculptures and mature planting, the Auckland Domain Park regularly hosts many of the city's largest events and festivals.
Auckland gardens open: daily - 24 hours
Auckland gardens admission: free
Auckland Gardens and Parks: Cornwall Park - 203 Greenlane Road, Greenlane, Auckland, 1005, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 630 8485
Cornwall Park, close to central Auckland, is a large public parkland with many attractions. Created in the early 20th century, highlights at Auckland's Cornwall Park include pathways, a visitors' centre, a café and Acacia Cottage, one of Auckland's oldest buildings.
Auckland gardens open: daily - 07:00 to 21:00, winter months - 07:00 to 18:00
Auckland gardens admission: free
Auckland Gardens and Parks: Dove Myer Robinson Park - Gladstone Road, Parnell, Auckland, 1001, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 307 7604
Dove Myer Robinson Park, in central Auckland, is home to an enormous and colourful collection of fragrant roses, including many historic and unusual varieties. Other attractions at Auckland's Dove Myer Robinson Park include seating areas and impressive coastal views.
Auckland gardens open: daily - 24 hours
Auckland gardens admission: free
Auckland Gardens and Parks: Eden Gardens - 24 Omana Avenue, Mount Eden, Auckland, 1003, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 638 8395
Eden Gardens, close to central Auckland, feature a wonderful collection of mature trees, shrubs and flowers. Highlights at Auckland's Eden Gardens include colourful planting, benches and a café.
Auckland gardens open: daily - 09:00 to 16:30
Auckland gardens admission: charge, discounts available for senior citizens, children and free
Auckland Gardens and Parks: Grey Lynn Park - Grosvenor Street, Grey Lynn, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Grey Lynn Park is the perfect space for children and families visiting Auckland, with many playground areas, open expanses of grass and outside activities for children of all ages.
Auckland gardens open: daily - 24 hours
Auckland gardens admission: free
Auckland Gardens and Parks: Kauri Point Centennial Park - Chatswood, North Shore City, Auckland, 1310, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 486 8670
Kauri Point Centennial Park can be found on the North Shore of Auckland and is an important area of green, close to the city centre. Attractions at Kauri Point Centennial Park include large amounts of native plants and wildlife, sandstone cliffs and magnificent views of Auckland Harbour Bridge.
Auckland gardens open: daily - 24 hours
Auckland gardens admission: free
Auckland Gardens and Parks: Parnell Rose Gardens - Gladstone Road, Parnell, Auckland, 1001, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 634 4774
The Parnell Rose Gardens, close to Auckland city centre, contain an enormous collection of roses in formal gardens, including fragrant old-fashioned varieties, standards and modern hybrid roses. Flowering from late spring to autumn, Auckland's Parnell Rose Gardens also feature many mature trees and shaded seating areas.
Auckland gardens open: daily - 24 hours
Auckland gardens admission: free
Auckland Gardens and Parks: Tohuna Torea Nature Reserve - Riddell Road, Glendowie, Auckland, 1005, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 979 2333
Tohuna Torea Nature Reserve, in eastern Auckland, contains large expanses of scrubland areas, full of local flora and fauna. With stunning views of the imposing Mount Wellington, walking trails and plenty of things to see and do, Tohuna Torea Nature Reserve is not to be missed.
Auckland gardens open: daily - 24 hours
Auckland gardens admission: free
Auckland Gardens and Parks: Victoria Park - Victoria Street West, Auckland, 1001, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 634 4774
Situated within easy reach of Auckland city centre, Victoria Park features a number of popular sporting facilities, large playing fields and a nearby playground area for children.
Auckland gardens open: daily - 24 hours
Auckland gardens admission: free
Auckland Gardens and Parks: Wintergardens - Auckland Domain, Auckland, 1001, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 379 2020
Auckland's magnificent Wintergardens are situated in the heart of Auckland city centre and contain many impressive specimens and landscaped gardens. Attractions at the Wintergardens include a large glass house overflowing with impressive tropical plants, outstanding planting schemes, a fern garden, seating areas and a café area, with scenic views of the gardens.
Auckland gardens open: daily - 09:00 to 16:30
Auckland gardens admission: free
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