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SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's AquariumvsMOTAT - Museum of Transport and Technology
Both are recommended by writers. On balance, Sea Life Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium scores significantly higher than Museum of Transport and Technology. Sea Life Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium comes in at #2 in Auckland with praise from 5 sources such as Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Michelin Guide.
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium
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23 Tamaki Dr, Orakei, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Frommer's "You might have imagined a live underground penguin colony; at Kelly Tarlton’s Penguin Encounter, it’s an amazing reality." Full review
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For full insight into this unique self-sustaining population of king and gentoo penguins, make sure you pick up the free brochure
Fodor's "This harborside marine park—the creation of New Zealand's most celebrated undersea explorer and treasure hunter—offers a fish's-eye view of the sea." Full review
Lonely Planet "Sharks and stingrays swim over and around you in transparent tunnels that were once stormwater tanks." Full review
Afar Magazine "Created by a deep sea diver / explorer / adventurer, Kelly Tarlton's is one of Auckland's Top 5 Attractions." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Kelly Tarlton's Seal Life Aquarium is both sensational and educational." Full review
Afar Magazine "Go underground to get up close and personal with the sea creatures of the Pacific and Southern Oceans...see Antarctic penguins, stingrays...and enjoy the interactive and educational exhibits" Full review
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Check the website for feeding times and ticket discounts.
Frommer's "Watching rays clamber up their keepers during feeding time in Stingray Bay, meeting king and gentoo penguins in a Penguin Passport tour, or freaking yourself out in a Shark Dive" Full review
MOTAT - Museum of Transport and Technology Frommer's Fodor's Afar Magazine
Great North Rd, Western Springs, Auckland Central, New Zealand
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Frommer's "Mostly transport, making it a great place to take train-loving little ones." Full review
Fodor's "This is a fantastic place for anyone with a technical bent." Full review
Afar Magazine "While most trips to New Zealand highlight the country's natural wonders, MOTAT focuses on the technological innovations and ingenuity of the Kiwis." Full review
