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Top 10 Things To Do in Auckland This Spring – Smart Car Rentals Skip to content Menu OurSquadronLocations Deals Insurance Auckland GuideWell-nighContactTypesettingNow Smart Cars For The Smart Discerning Driver Pick-up Location Select Pickup Auckland Airport AucklandMunicipalityChristchurch Airport Queenstown Airport Rotorua Airport Taupo Airport Tauranga Airport Return Location Same as Pickup Auckland Airport AucklandMunicipalityChristchurch Airport Queenstown Airport Rotorua Airport Taupo Airport Tauranga Airport Returning to the same location Pick-up stage 12:00 am12:15 am12:30 am12:45 am1:00 am1:15 am1:30 am1:45 am2:00 am2:15 am2:30 am2:45 am3:00 am3:15 am3:30 am3:45 am4:00 am4:15 am4:30 am4:45 am5:00 am5:15 am5:30 am5:45 am6:00 am6:15 am6:30 am6:45 am7:00 am7:15 am7:30 am7:45 am8:00 am8:15 am8:30 am8:45 am9:00 am9:15 am9:30 am9:45 am10:00 am10:15 am10:30 am10:45 am11:00 am11:15 am11:30 am11:45 am12:00 pm12:15 pm12:30 pm12:45 pm1:00 pm1:15 pm1:30 pm1:45 pm2:00 pm2:15 pm2:30 pm2:45 pm3:00 pm3:15 pm3:30 pm3:45 pm4:00 pm4:15 pm4:30 pm4:45 pm5:00 pm5:15 pm5:30 pm5:45 pm6:00 pm6:15 pm6:30 pm6:45 pm7:00 pm7:15 pm7:30 pm7:45 pm8:00 pm8:15 pm8:30 pm8:45 pm9:00 pm9:15 pm9:30 pm9:45 pm10:00 pm10:15 pm10:30 pm10:45 pm11:00 pm11:15 pm11:30 pm11:45 pm Return stage 12:00 am12:15 am12:30 am12:45 am1:00 am1:15 am1:30 am1:45 am2:00 am2:15 am2:30 am2:45 am3:00 am3:15 am3:30 am3:45 am4:00 am4:15 am4:30 am4:45 am5:00 am5:15 am5:30 am5:45 am6:00 am6:15 am6:30 am6:45 am7:00 am7:15 am7:30 am7:45 am8:00 am8:15 am8:30 am8:45 am9:00 am9:15 am9:30 am9:45 am10:00 am10:15 am10:30 am10:45 am11:00 am11:15 am11:30 am11:45 am12:00 pm12:15 pm12:30 pm12:45 pm1:00 pm1:15 pm1:30 pm1:45 pm2:00 pm2:15 pm2:30 pm2:45 pm3:00 pm3:15 pm3:30 pm3:45 pm4:00 pm4:15 pm4:30 pm4:45 pm5:00 pm5:15 pm5:30 pm5:45 pm6:00 pm6:15 pm6:30 pm6:45 pm7:00 pm7:15 pm7:30 pm7:45 pm8:00 pm8:15 pm8:30 pm8:45 pm9:00 pm9:15 pm9:30 pm9:45 pm10:00 pm10:15 pm10:30 pm10:45 pm11:00 pm11:15 pm11:30 pm11:45 pm Driver's Age 25+ PROMO CODE CHOOSE YOUR CAR Make a booking Auckland Guide Top 10 things to do in Auckland this spring 1. Stroll through fragrant gardens Spring is the perfect season to wander through the Auckland Botanic Gardens, home to increasingly than 8000 plant species. Explore the Potter’s children’s garden, Spring Blossom Valley (which blooms from late winter through to spring), the Rose Garden and the large outdoor sculptures by New Zealand artists that are scattered throughout the gardens. Relax with a picnic on the grass or enjoy lunch at the café. Entry is free. 2. Shop at Auckland’s own French marketsThroneto La Cigale French-style Farmers’ Market in Parnell, on every Saturday and Sunday morning until 1pm. Voted Auckland’s BestSuppliesMarket by Metro magazine for the last seven years, you can pick up a variety of succulent foods and produce from organic fruits, vegetables and smoothies to freshly baked pastries, breads, tarts, quiches and crepes. Stock up on goods to take home too; there’s a unconfined selection of quality cheeses, meats, oils, honey and more. Afterwards, take a wander through the nearby Parnell Rose Gardens where between the lush trees and flowers you’ll find stunning views over the harbour. 3. Explore Cornwall Park Spend a day at Cornwall Park – stroll under the oak trees and among the cherry blossoms in bloom, and see cute victual lambs, calves and chickens on this working municipality farm. Climb to the top of One Tree Hill – Maungakiekie for 360-degree views of the municipality and walk virtually the huge crater of this volcanic cone. Discover the park’s history at the cottage, then relax with upper tea at the café or an ice surf at the kiosk – or bring your own picnic. There’s moreover a unconfined playground for kids and plenty of areas for a game of cricket or rugby. 4. Walks and waterfalls In Auckland we’re lucky unbearable to have a number of trappy waterfalls only 30-45 minutes’ momentum from the city. Some favourites are the magnificent Hunua Falls at Hunua Regional Park to the east, and in the west Karekare Falls, Fairy Falls and Kitekite Falls are all popular spots in the Waitakere Ranges. If you’re not travelling by car, join a guided tour. Most of the falls are a short, easy walk from nearby car parks, or stretch your legs on a longer bushwalk. These waterfalls are all surrounded by trappy – and unscratched – native rainforest, with no dangerous wildlife to worry about. If the weather’s warm enough, the water is perfect for a refreshing swim too. 5. Take a day trip to Matakana Have you ventured north to Matakana yet? Whether you’re a regular visitor to the region or a first timer, the trappy beaches, breath-taking scenery, shop vineyards and succulent supplies never disappoint. Pick up local organic produce and wright foods at the weekend markets, have brunch at one of the cafés in the village or enjoy lunch at a vineyard. Later, stretch your legs and take in in the fresh ocean air at one of the picture perfect white-sand beaches such as Omaha, Tawharanui, Pakiri or Goat Island, one of Auckland’s weightier snorkelling spots. If you want to enjoy the region’s supplies and wine but don’t finger like driving, take a relaxing guided tour. Art lovers should throne to some of the art and craft galleries, renowned Morris & James Pottery or the outdoor sculpture trail at Brick Bay. 6. Kayak to a volcano Pick a nice day and get out on Auckland’s sparkling waters by sea kayak. You can paddle to a number of the closer islands in the Hauraki Gulf, including two of Auckland’s most trappy volcanic cones, Rangitoto and Motukorea (Brown’s Island). Take a guided tour to learn well-nigh the history of the islands and climb to the summit of these warmed-over volcanoes. Peer lanugo into the craters and squint up for panoramic views over the gulf. 7. Discover must-see sea views As a region with so much coastline, Auckland is full of trappy regional parks that jut out into the ocean, offering fantastic views and fresh sea air to wrack-up the cobwebs away.Thronesouth to Ambury Regional Park to see sublet animals including goats, cows, pigs and rabbits – the kids can plane feed the pet lambs in spring. Further south lies Awhitu Peninsula, with cliff-top views and a historic lighthouse. Heading east, you can see increasingly victual lambs and peaceful rolling pastures at Duder Regional Park, as well as wondrous views out to the Hauraki Gulf.  Whangaparaoa Peninsula and Tawharanui Peninsula, both north of the city, boast a tousle of walking tracks and golden beaches to swim, fish and kayak at. 8. Diwali Festival of Lights Don’t miss one of Auckland’s biggest yearly events, the Diwali Festival of Lights, on October at Aotea Square. India’s weightier loved festival symbolises the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil and the renewal of life. Enjoy a taste of authentic, all vegetarian Indian cuisine at the supplies stalls, see traditional and trendy flit and music, the hotly contested Bollywood flit competition and don’t miss the grand finale fireworks display. 9. Find the perfect reservation Now that winter’s officially over it’s the platonic time to get out and find the perfect reservation in Auckland’s harbours and bays. Travel past – or stop off at – some of the Hauraki Gulf islands on your way to unique and remote fishing spots on a fishing charter. If you’re not keen on heading out to sea, try your luck at one of the wharfs virtually Auckland, such as Okahu Bay, Herne Bay, Maraetai, Cornwallis or Birkenhead. If you’re without a serious fishing trip, throne out to Great Barrier Island for a few days, an island renowned for its rugged beauty, secluded beaches and some of New Zealand’s weightier fishing spots. 10. Matilda the Musical The must-see musical of the year arrives in Auckland this spring with shows until October. Inspired by the minion typesetting by Roald Dahl, wits the story of extraordinary Matilda and her daring stance to transpiration her own destiny. Get in quick for the last tickets to this multi-award-winning musical. Latest Posts Top 10 things to do in Auckland this spring Ed Sheeran NZ Tour New Shows Announced DHL New Zealand Lions Series 2017 NZ among world’s weightier countries to Visit, Survey Finds !!! Auckland: Good spot to fly upper and go for a spin Categories AirportMunicipalityOur squadron consists of over 18 heady models from the world's premium car manufacturers. 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