Sky Tower, Television tower in Auckland, New Zealand
The Sky Tower reaches 328 meters high and includes three observation decks offering views extending up to 80 kilometers across Auckland and its surroundings.
Construction of this telecommunications tower began in 1994 and required 15,000 cubic meters of concrete plus 2,660 tons of steel before opening in 1997.
The tower illuminates in different colors throughout the year to mark national celebrations, cultural events, and awareness campaigns across New Zealand.
Visitors access multiple levels through four elevators, including observation decks, a rotating restaurant, and a sky cafe situated at different heights.
The observation level features 38-millimeter thick glass floor sections allowing visitors to look straight down to the ground from 186 meters above.
Location: Auckland Region
Inception: 1997
Official opening: 1997
Floors above the ground: 4
Elevators: 4
Height: 328 m
Website: https://www.skycityauckland.co.nz/attractions/sky-tower/
Website: https://skycityauckland.co.nz/attractions/sky-tower
GPS coordinates: -36.84847,174.76231
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:51
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