Auckland Botanic Gardens, Botanical garden in Manurewa, Auckland Region, New Zealand.
Auckland Botanic Gardens is a botanical garden in Manurewa featuring distinct sections including African Plants, Conifer, Herb, and Rose Gardens spread across open grounds. Each zone presents different plant collections organized by type and origin.
The gardens were created to gather plant collections representing both native New Zealand species and international flora for research and education. This collection grew from an intention to study and preserve diverse plant types in one location.
The Potter Children's Garden allows young visitors to explore plants and growth through hands-on discovery. This area shows how gardens serve as teaching spaces for families and schools in the community.
The gardens are open daily from early morning and offer free entry with parking available on site. Visitors should wear comfortable walking shoes as the pathways cover considerable ground between garden sections.
Sculpture paths wind through the grounds, combining art installations with the natural plantings along the route. These walking paths offer visitors a blend of contemporary art and botanical exploration not typical of most gardens.
Location: Auckland Region
GPS coordinates: -37.01300,174.90800
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:41
Auckland sits between the Pacific Ocean and the Tasman Sea on a narrow isthmus marked by roughly 50 extinct volcanic cones. Mount Eden and One Tree Hill rise above the neighborhoods and offer views across the harbor, while Rangitoto stands as the largest volcanic island in the region and can be reached by ferry. The coastline shifts between the sheltered eastern beaches such as Mission Bay and Takapuna Beach and the black sand western shores at Piha and Bethells Beach, where the Pacific meets the Waitakere Ranges directly. The Auckland War Memorial Museum in Auckland Domain holds Polynesian collections and New Zealand military history, while Auckland Art Gallery displays European and indigenous art. Viaduct Harbour serves as a dining precinct and departure point for harbor cruises, and the New Zealand Maritime Museum documents the country's seafaring past. Karangahape Road gathers alternative shops and nightlife, Ponsonby draws an older crowd with cafés and boutiques. Britomart clusters restaurants and design stores in converted waterfront buildings. Waiheke Island hosts wineries such as Mudbrick Vineyard and Man O' War Vineyards scattered among vineyards and bays, while Tantalus Estate operates in West Auckland. Auckland Botanic Gardens present native plant species across 158 acres, and Auckland Zoo keeps over 1,400 animals. Queen Street runs through the center from the harbor to the University of Auckland, and Sky Tower stands 1,076 feet (328 meters) above the city. This selection covers the main sites for understanding Auckland's geography and range.
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