Please be aware that
Daylight Saving Time (DST) changes in Auckland do not necessarily occur on the same date every year.
In Auckland, DST starts on the last Sunday in September and ends on the 1st Sunday in April.
Facts About Auckland
Information for Travelers
A large city with two main ports, Auckland is located in the north of the North Island of New Zealand.
The city is New Zealand's only true metropolis and the country's vibrant economic heart.
Auckland stretches unevenly between Manukau Harbor to the west and Waitemata Harbor to the east.
The compact downtown district is right next to the waterway.
Not far from the city center is Mission Bay Beach, including a waterfront boardwalk.
For most New Zealand visitors, Auckland is the point of arrival.
On central Queen Street, the famous Sky Tower overlooks Viaduct Harbor with its numerous super yachts, bars and cafes.
Other fun things to do include exploring the city's suburban coastline, popular for its beautiful beaches.
The islands in the Gulf of Hauraki offer a taste of the spectacular scenery of New Zealand's national park right on the city's doorstep.
Culture
Known as the "City of Candles" and boasting nearly half of the country's total population.
The city's monuments, museums and many art galleries are among the best in the country.
The Auckland Domain, the city's oldest park, is located on the site of an extinct volcano.
It is also home to the historic Winter Gardens greenhouse complex.
Read about Auckland in Wikipedia