Auckland The City of Sails Auckland is New Zealand's largest and most accessible city. New Zealand's spectacular Capital City home to a diversifying array of cultural activities, scenic attractions and affordable shopping. The astounding gateway to the North Island holds port to numerous passenger and vehicle ferries crossing the Cook Strait, including the Lynx and Interislander, and creates a world of exploration and opportunity for the traveller. New Zealand is a riveting tourist destination a treasure trove awaiting discovery, an untouched paradise. Our beautiful country combines a variety of landscapes, each providing a unique foundation for many awesome adventure activities.
Larger cities host well-signposted motorways that are simple to follow.
We recommend the use of automatic transmission vehicles for those travellers unfamiliar with NZ road conditions. Wearing seat belts is mandatory and young children must be in child car restraints. The legal alcohol limit for drivers is 80mg alcohol per 100ml blood.