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Goldie EstatevsSky Tower
Both Sky Tower and Goldie Estate are endorsed by professional travelers. Overall, Sky Tower ranks significantly higher than Goldie Estate. Sky Tower comes in at 88 with recommendations from 6 publications including Atlas Obscura, Fodor's and Michelin Guide.
Goldie Estate
Fodor's
18 Causeway Rd, Putiki Bay, Waiheke Island 1081, New Zealand
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Fodor's "The estate is known for the Long Lunch which is a nine-course degustation menu that is held about four times a year and sells out very quickly." Full review
Sky Tower
Frommer's Fodor's
Afar Magazine
Atlas Obscura
Michelin Guide Frommer's
Corner Victoria and Federal Sts, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Frommer's "One of the tallest buildings in the Southern Hemisphere, affording unforgettable views." Full review
Fodor's "At the main observation level, glass floor panels let you look past your feet to the street hundreds of yards below." Full review
Afar Magazine "At over 1,000 feet and dominating Auckland's skyline, the Sky Tower is the city's most iconic building." Full review
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The views from the decks are simply outstanding and a great way to get your bearings (hint: if you suffer from vertigo, avoid walking on the glass section of the viewing deck).
Atlas Obscura "A New Zealand communications tower stands as the tallest structure in the Southern Hemisphere. " Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"The Sky Tower (328m), the highest building in the Southern Hemisphere, contains the country's a rotating restaurant - the most vertiginous in the country - and several observation decks." Full review
Frommer's "The tallest manmade structure in the southern hemisphere, affording views over the sprawling mass of Auckland. It has two observation decks, including a glass lift and glass floor panels." Full review
