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Auckland MuseumvsOne Tree Hill (Maungakiekie)
Auckland Museum and One Tree Hill are both rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Auckland Museum scores significantly better than One Tree Hill. Auckland Museum is ranked #1 in Auckland with accolades from 6 reviewers including Michelin Guide, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Auckland Museum
Concierge
Frommer's
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine
Michelin Guide Afar Magazine Travel + Leisure Frommer's Travel + Leisure
Domain Dr, The Auckland Domain, Parnell, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Concierge "This Greek Revival museum, which sits atop the highest point of the sweeping Auckland Domain park, has the world's largest collection of Maori artifacts."
Frommer's "The Auckland Museum houses the world’s largest collection of Maori and Polynesian artifacts." Full review
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Be sure to take a stroll around the magnificent sculpture walk featuring eight works by New Zealand artists.
Fodor's "Must-sees include a fine example of a pātaka (storehouse), a fixture in Māori villages, and Te Toki a Tapiri, the last great Māori waka (canoe)." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Auckland War Memorial Museum is a stunning example of colonial architecture, with Greco-Roman grandeur and expansive views across Waitemata Harbour to Rangitoto Island." Full review
Afar Magazine "With the country's—and probably the world's—biggest collection of Polynesian and Maori artifacts, the museum also regularly hosts exhibits and events." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"The Auckland War Memorial Museum, dedicated to victims of the First World War, stands in the verdant Auckland Domain." Full review
Afar Magazine "Despite its official name, the Auckland War Memorial Museum is as much about New Zealand in peacetime as it is about memorializing lost soldiers. The collection of Maori and Pacific..." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Housed in one of the country's most magnificent heritage buildings, The Auckland Museum provides an insight into New Zealand's origins and evolution"
Auckland Travel Guide
May 16, 2022
Frommer's "This first-rate museum experience gives a marvelous introduction to New Zealand history and culture. Its collection of Māori and Polynesian artifacts is the largest in the world." Full review
Travel + Leisure "For a close-up view of New Zealand’s culture and history, visit the stately Auckland Museum, where you’ll find a collection of national artifacts along with a rotation of exhibitions"
How to Plan the Perfect Trip to New Zealand
November 14, 2023
One Tree Hill (Maungakiekie) Fodor's
Lonely Planet Michelin Guide
670 Manukau Rd, Epsom, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Fodor's "The largest of Auckland's extinct volcanoes and one of the best lookout points." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"This volcanic cone was the isthmus’ key pa and the greatest fortress in the country, and from the top (182m) there are 360-degree views." Full review
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At the summit is the grave of John Logan Campbell
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"As its name indicates this extinct volcano, an ancient Maori site, was topped by a lone tree that was scrupulously replaced decade after decade." Full review
