Auckland Botanic Gardens
A free-entry botanic garden in the southern suburbs, with native plants, a rose garden, and a sculpture trail, ideal for a stroll or picnic.
The Auckland Botanic Gardens are in the southern suburb of Manurewa, about 25 km from the city centre. They cover roughly 64 hectares and hold more than 10,000 plant species. The focus is on New Zealand native plants, endangered species, and varieties suited to home gardens in the region. The gardens include a rose garden, an African plant area, a children's garden, and a wetland trail. Outdoor sculpture exhibitions are often held in spring and summer. Entry is free and parking is convenient. By train, get off at Manurewa station and transfer to a bus, or walk about 20 minutes.
Opening hours
08:00–18:00 (until 20:00 during daylight saving time)
Nearby sights
- Rainbow's End
- Maungakiekie / One Tree Hill & Cornwall Park
- Mission Bay
- Hūnua Falls
- Kelly Tarlton's Sea Life Aquarium
- Mount Eden
- Auckland War Memorial Museum
- Auckland Domain & Wintergardens