Enticing Places to Visit in New Zealand North Island

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Places to Visit in New Zealand North Island

Here is the list of 7 Enticing Places to Visit in New Zealand North Island

1. Wellington - Absolutely positively Wellington

Wellington - Absolutely positively Wellington
4.3 /5

Known For : Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa Zealandia in Wellington Wellington Cable Car

Known for its vibrant creative culture that is intensified by the sumptuous cuisine, delicious wine, world class craft beer and kicking coffee, Wellington is the capital city and the most populous urban town in New Zealand. Guarded by majestic mountains and snuggled between cosy hills, the city also has a flat waterfront downtown and a hooked shaped harbour to accentuate its beauty further. Other than the pleasant climate, beaches and the lively culture, the town resonates with the celebrations and festivities of several events, carnivals, festivals and fairs that are frequently held here.

Best Time: March to May

40 Wellington Attractions

2. Waimangu Volcanic Valley, Rotorua

Waimangu Volcanic Valley, Rotorua

Waimangu Volcanic Valley, one of the youngest geothermal hot springs is New Zealand is now becoming one of the common tourist attractions in the country. One can enjoy themselves with a range of self-guided tours among volcanic craters, hot springs and wildlife. This attraction represents the volcanic eruption of Mt. Tarawera and how it affected the people as well as the landscape of this area. Waimangu Volcanic Valley is a must-visit for those who want to immerse into the ecology and botany of one of the most recent geothermal activities of the world, one which is the only geothermal system that is created within written history.

3. White Island Tours, Tauranga

White Island Tours, Tauranga

White Island Tours is a fun-filled and thrilling tour of the White Island Volcano. Also known as Whakaari, White Island is the most active Volcano in New Zealand. This attraction is located about 90 kilometres away from the Tauranga Coast of New Zealand, which makes the Volcano an accessible location. It is, in fact, the world's most accessible Volcano. Usually, this Volcano witnesses low-intensity seismic vibrations (1 or 2 on a scale of 5). Travellers exploring New Zealand can go on the White Island Tours and spend an exhilarating day venturing through the craters and learning the geology of the attraction when the seismic waves are well below the dangerous level.

4. Piha Beach, Auckland

Piha Beach, Auckland

Piha is a small village with approx 600 residents and is located on the Western coast of Auckland, it is a 45-50 minutes drive away destination from the city. Piha, famous for its the black-iron sand beach, is a major tourist attraction and one of the most favourite getaway destinations for Aucklanders during summer. The beach is home to the surfers across the globe. The strong water current and high waves of Piha Beach provides the best destination for surfing. The Tasman Sea is both moody and enchanting, that allows the surfers to play around the challenges.

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5. Hastings - Everything Under the Sun

Hastings - Everything Under the Sun
4.5 /5

Known For : Alexandra Park Hastings City Art Gallery

Lying in the plains of Heretaunga of the Hawke’s Bay region, Hastings is one of the most populous cities in New Zealand. It’s twin city, Napiers is located at a 9km distance and together they form the bulk of a major population. The combined population of the two cities is around 134000. The district of Hastings has a good produce of apples and pears  and is also an important area for wine and grape cultivation.

Best Time: November to April

2 Hastings Attractions

6. Tongariro National Park, Rotorua

Tongariro National Park, Rotorua

With a dual UNESCO World Heritage Site status for its volcanic landscape and cultural significance, the Tongariro National Park is a must-see attraction in Rotorua, New Zealand. It is the oldest and the first of all National Parks in the country and is a marvel of nature with three breathing volcanoes - Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe and Tongariro in the heart of the park. This park presents its visitors with plenty of activities like walks and treks, skiing and snowboarding on Mount Ruapehu in the winters.

7. Napier - Art Deco Capital of New Zealand

Napier - Art Deco Capital of New Zealand
4.6 /5

Known For : Pania of the Reef Napier Centennial Gardens Napier Municipal Theatre

Burrowed into Hawke’s Bay on New Zealand’s North Island, Napier is the country’s 6th largest urban area. A romantically evocative city replete with buildings that ooze old-world charm and aesthetic, this port-city hugging the North Island’s east coast, lies 300 km away from the capital Wellington. Heritage buildings rebuilt in the Art Deco styles of the 1930s, after the devastating Hawke’s Bay earthquake that crushed most of the surrounding area, point to the resilience of Napier and the collective Kiwi spirit.

Best Time: November to February

19 Napier Attractions

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