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SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's AquariumvsOne Tree Hill (Maungakiekie)
Both are rated very highly by expert reviewers. Overall, Sea Life Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium scores significantly higher than One Tree Hill. Sea Life Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium ranks #2 in Auckland with recommendations from 5 reviews like Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Frommer's.
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium
Frommer's
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Afar Magazine
Michelin Guide Afar Magazine Frommer's
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
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
