1 Day in Bayswater: Auckland's Finest Gems

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by Charlotte

May 8, 2024 · 1 min read

Bayswater 1 Day Itinerary

Embark on a whirlwind adventure through Bayswater, Auckland with a one-day itinerary that promises a blend of natural beauty, urban charm, and historical insight. Begin your journey with a 2-hour visit to Mount Eden, where you can soak in panoramic views of Auckland. Next, dive into the local culture at Farmers Queen Street, a characteristic neighborhood known for its vibrant atmosphere, for an hour of exploration. Continue your historical journey with a 2-hour tour of the Auckland War Memorial Museum, a tribute to New Zealand's military history. Conclude your day with an enchanting hour at SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium, immersing yourself in the wonders of aquatic life. This compact itinerary is designed to maximize your experience in Bayswater, ensuring you capture the essence of Auckland's diverse attractions.

Top 6 Hotels in Bayswater
TOP 1
Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour
Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour
hotelStar
5/5
56 reviews
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TOP 2
QT Auckland, an EVT hotel
QT Auckland, an EVT hotel
hotelStar
5/5
107 reviews
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TOP 3
Imagine Beach Road
Imagine Beach Road
hotelStar
4/5
225 reviews
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The Hotel Britomart Auckland
The Hotel Britomart Auckland
hotelStar
5/5
128 reviews
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Swiss-Belsuites Victoria Park Auckland
Swiss-Belsuites Victoria Park Auckland
hotelStar
4/5
77 reviews
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Kiwi International Hotel
Kiwi International Hotel
hotelStar
2/5
171 reviews
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1 Day in Bayswater Itinerary: Day 1

1

Mount Eden

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Kickstart your Bayswater adventure atop the lush vantage point of Mount Eden, where the city's panorama unfolds beneath you. Allow a couple of hours to immerse yourself in the tranquility of Auckland's highest natural point, a dormant volcano with a grassy crater and summit offering 360-degree views. It's the perfect preamble to a day of discovery, setting the tone with its serene landscape and a unique perspective of the city.

Attraction Info

  • Auckland, New Zealand
  • Suggested tour duration: 2-3 hour
  • Open from 1/1-12/31(Summer),7:00am-8:30pm;Open from 1/1-12/31(Winter),7:00am-7:00pm

Recommended Nearby Restaurants

Frasers
Frasers
4.2/5 · 17 reviews
1.5 km from attraction
Grand Park Chinese Seafood Restaurant
Grand Park Chinese Seafood Restaurant
4/5 · 20 reviews
2.6 km from attraction
Sid at The French Cafe
Sid at The French Cafe
4.6/5 · 23 reviews
2.8 km from attraction
The Blue Breeze Inn
The Blue Breeze Inn
3.5/5 · 16 reviews
3.5 km from attraction
Petit Bocal
Petit Bocal
4.4/5 · 12 reviews
1.2 km from attraction
L'Oeuf
L'Oeuf
4.4/5 · 13 reviews
2.0 km from attraction
13 min,5.19 km
2

Queen Street

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Next, dive into the heart of Auckland's vibrant city life with a visit to Farmers Queen Street. This characteristic neighborhood encapsulates the city's pulse within its bustling streets. Spend an hour exploring the area, where the fusion of historic charm and contemporary culture creates an eclectic shopping and dining experience, all within the architectural beauty that lines Queen Street.

Attraction Info

  • Queen St, Auckland, 1010
  • Suggested tour duration: 1-2 hour
  • Open 24 hours

Recommended Nearby Restaurants

Eight Restaurant
Eight Restaurant
4.2/5 · 27 reviews
1.0 km from attraction
Orbit 360° Dining
Orbit 360° Dining
4.5/5 · 122 reviews
0.3 km from attraction
Depot
Depot
4.5/5 · 88 reviews
0.3 km from attraction
The Grove Restaurant
The Grove Restaurant
4.4/5 · 19 reviews
0.3 km from attraction
The Sugar Club
The Sugar Club
4.6/5 · 20 reviews
0.3 km from attraction
Oyster & Chop
Oyster & Chop
3.5/5 · 5 reviews
0.7 km from attraction
12 min,3.5 km
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Auckland War Memorial Museum

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Continue your journey through time at the Auckland War Memorial Museum, a beacon of history and remembrance. Set aside two hours to honor the past as you wander through halls dedicated to New Zealand's military history. The museum's grandiose façade and extensive collections provide a solemn yet fascinating exploration of the nation's wartime heritage and the sacrifices made.

Attraction Info

  • Parnell, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
  • Suggested tour duration: 2-3 hour
  • Open on Sat-Sun,9:00am-5:00pm;Open on Mon, Wed-Fri,10:00am-5:00pm;Open on Tue,10:00am-8:30pm

Recommended Nearby Restaurants

Eight Restaurant
Eight Restaurant
4.2/5 · 27 reviews
1.3 km from attraction
Orbit 360° Dining
Orbit 360° Dining
4.5/5 · 122 reviews
1.9 km from attraction
Depot
Depot
4.5/5 · 88 reviews
1.9 km from attraction
The Sugar Club
The Sugar Club
4.6/5 · 20 reviews
1.9 km from attraction
The Grove Restaurant
The Grove Restaurant
4.4/5 · 19 reviews
2.0 km from attraction
Oyster & Chop
Oyster & Chop
3.5/5 · 5 reviews
2.4 km from attraction
13 min,6.49 km
4

SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium

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Conclude your day beneath the waves at SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium, where marine life from the local waters and beyond awaits. In the final hour of your itinerary, come face-to-face with an array of underwater creatures. The aquarium's tunnels and exhibits offer an intimate look at life under the sea, making it an enchanting finale to your Bayswater escapade.

Attraction Info

  • 23 Tamaki Drive, Orakei, Auckland 1071, New Zealand
  • Suggested tour duration: 1-2 hour
  • Open from 9:30am-5:00pm

Recommended Nearby Restaurants

De Fontein Belgian Beer Café
De Fontein Belgian Beer Café
4.5/5 · 5 reviews
1.3 km from attraction
Yard Bar & Eatery
Yard Bar & Eatery
5/5 · 1 review
3.8 km from attraction
Meadow Restaurant, Bar & Cafe
Meadow Restaurant, Bar & Cafe
3.9/5 · 14 reviews
3.3 km from attraction
Movenpick Mission Bay
Movenpick Mission Bay
4.3/5 · 20 reviews
1.3 km from attraction
Cibo
Cibo
4.7/5 · 18 reviews
3.1 km from attraction
Chocolate Boutique Cafe
Chocolate Boutique Cafe
4.1/5 · 12 reviews
3.4 km from attraction
3/50 Reviews
3/50 Reviews
Orakei
|0.78km from SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium
4.8/50 Reviews
4.8/5Outstanding0 Reviews
Auckland
|1.08km from SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium

Top Things to Do in Bayswater-2024

TOP 1
Sky Tower
Sky Tower
4.6/5 · 774 review
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Highlights:

As a landmark of Auckland, the Sky Tower is 328 meters high and is connected with other buildings to form a huge sky city. The Sky Tower has three transparent elevators, with a speed of 18 kilometers per hour, It only takes 40 seconds to the observation deck and Orbit 360° Dining, where you can overlook the entire Auckland city. You can watch a beautiful sunset and the night view of Auckland If you go there in the evening. Additionally, the Sky Tower is also a goodplace for a high-altitude walk, which is led and guided by a coach on the 192-meter-high outer ring platform of the Sky Tower.

△ Climb the 328-meter-high Sky Tower

△ Overlook the beautiful city night view

△ Challenge more exciting projects

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TOP 2
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium
4.5/5 · 187 review
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Kelly Tarton's Auckland is an aquarium converted from an abandoned sewage plant. It was completed by New Zealand marine archaeologist Mr. Kelly Tarton for 10 years. There are 8 major themes on display with its own characteristics. In the fascinating winter wonderland, you can take the Icefield Expedition Vehicle into the viewing area at minus 2 degrees Celsius and watch the colonies of King and Gentoo penguin walking on the artificial snow or diving underwater. You can also experience the excitement of big sharks and Stingrays swimming by in the transparent glass landscape tunnel of the underwater world, and witness how the mighty giant lobster coexists harmoniously with its neighbors. If you want to see it up close, you can put yourself in a cage into the shark viewing tank, or even dive directly into the shark viewing tank.

△ Watch giant sharks up closely

△ Learn more about marine life in the Southern Hemisphere

△ Watch the adorable feeding process of the colonies of King and Gentoo penguins

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TOP 3
Mount Eden
Mount Eden
4.6/5 · 464 review
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Highlights:
Mount Eden is located about 5 kilometers south of Auckland's city center and is 196 meters high. It is the highest among the many volcanic cones in Auckland, and it is also the natural commanding height of Auckland. There is a lookout on the top of the mountain, you can enjoy the city view of Auckland. Mount Eden, named for George Eden, an earl of Auckland, has erupted several times, the most recent one being estimated to have been 15,000 years ago. This hill is formed by the accumulation of volcanic ejecta around the crater. From a distance, it looks like a large inverted conical bowl. The bottom of the pit has become a lush green space, which is very special.
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TOP 4
American Boats Direct
American Boats Direct
4/5 · 12 review
Highlights:
Oakland is a city with a lot of sailing boats. The American Sailing Cup Village is an area developed to commemorate the victory in the 2000 America's Cup. It was also the place where the America's Cup sailing event was held. Sailing boats to win the race. There are many trendy restaurants and cafes in the waterfront area, and it is a favorite leisure place for local residents to gather on weekends. If you are interested, you can also board the America's Cup race boat NZL40 to go out to sea and experience the wonderful sailing journey. In addition, the bustling Queen Street is near the competition village. There are many shops and restaurants here, and it is also one of the most crowded streets in New Zealand.
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TOP 5
Auckland War Memorial Museum
Auckland War Memorial Museum
4.6/5 · 255 review
Highlights:
The Auckland Museum, also known as the Auckland War Memorial Museum, is described as a touchstone of New Zealander culture and spirit. It is not only a museum showing Maori history and culture, but also a war memorial reflecting the history of World War II. 1. Overview of the Museum The Museum is located in Auckland's Central Park in the heart of the city, an impressive neoclassical building with different contents on each floor. The first floor showcases the life of the South Pacific islanders, with unique ethnic handicrafts, restored Maori meeting places and daily necessities exhibitions, including a 25-meter-long battle boat. The second floor is a natural science exhibition that includes information about the origin of the earth, the origin of life, various animal and plant materials and specimens. The third floor displays the weapons used in the world wars, etc., to commemorate the soldiers who died in the two wars. 2. Watch Maori cultural performances to learn about New Zealand's cultural history The Auckland Museum conducts rich Maori cultural performances every day, including welcome ceremonies, cotton ball songs and dances, stick dances, weapon demonstrations and Maori war dances that embody the essence of tribal culture to the extreme. The performance is 30 minutes long, and the museum is designed to be very interactive and worth savoring. Priceless Māori treasures, splendid natural history, wonderful Māori cultural performances and occasional exhibitions, must be the best choice to learn about New Zealand.
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Bayswater 1 Day Itinerary