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Brisbane

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Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

4.6 (12,760)

Hold koalas, kangaroos, platypus. Shuttle out. Aussie animals.

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Story Bridge Climb

4.9 (2,108)

Scale icons for 360° city views. Similar to Sydney. Thrill must.

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South Bank Parklands

4.8 (1,975)

Riverside beaches, markets, Wheel ferris. Walkable precinct. Urban playground.

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Mount Coot-tha Lookout

4.7 (14,626)

Panoramic city/river sunset spot. Short drive. Vista king.

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Auckland

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Sky Tower

4.6 (21,175)

Southeast Asia's tallest tower with glass-floor views and optional bungy jump. Revolving restaurant spins. 360-degree panoramas.

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Auckland Domain

4.7 (12,985)

Oldest park with fern groves, ponds, and free museums. Wintergardens exotic plants. Green heart.

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Waiheke Island

4.7 (522)

Ferry to vineyards, beaches, and olive groves for wine tasting tours. Half-day escapes. Scenic bays.

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Auckland Art Gallery

4.6 (6,482)

NZ's largest collection from colonial to Maori contemporary. Light-filled spaces. Cultural immersion.

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Tauranga

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Hobbiton Movie Set

4.8 (25,444)

Tour the lush Shire from Lord of the Rings. Shuttle tours book fast.

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Tauranga Waterfront

4.6 (124)

Scenic harbor walk with playgrounds, cafes, and arts. Easy port start.

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Mount Maunganui Beach

Epic surf beach with hot salt pools at base of mount. Summit hike.

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Te Puia Māori Village

4.5 (8,927)

Geysers, kiwi birds, and cultural haka shows in Rotorua (day trip).

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Picton

Must See

Marlborough Sounds

4.6 (438)

Stunning fiord-like waterways dotted with islands—best viewed by cruise or kayak from Picton waterfront. Pristine nature with seals and birds—quintessential NZ scenery. Right from your tender.

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Edwin Fox Maritime Museum

4.5 (329)

World's oldest surviving merchant sailing ship, preserved in dry dock with interactive exhibits on maritime history. Quick, engaging visit near terminal. Kids love the ship exploration.

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Queen Charlotte Track

Iconic coastal walking track; do an easy 2-3 hour section with Sound views, beaches, and forests. Shuttles available for cruise timing. Pack water for this active gem.

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Eco-World Aquarium

3.7 (319)

Small but fascinating aquarium showcasing local marine life like little blue penguins, sharks in touch pools. Feeding shows timed for cruisers. Waterfront location.

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Timaru

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Caroline Bay Beach

4.5 (39)

Relax on this family-friendly bay with carnival rides, playgrounds, and rock pools. Seasonal events and Maori rock carvings. Prime spot for port leisure.

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Timaru Blue Penguin Colony

4.5 (590)

Watch little blue penguins return at dusk year-round. Guided tours. Unique wildlife encounter.

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Timaru Botanic Gardens

4.5 (448)

Stroll 16 hectares of themed gardens, aviary, and native bush walks. Seasonal blooms and peacocks. Peaceful green escape.

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South Canterbury Museum

4.7 (300)

Explore Maori artifacts, pioneer history, and dinosaur fossils. Interactive exhibits. Insight into NZ South Island heritage.

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New Zealand's only castle, perched on the Otago Peninsula, offers guided tours of its opulent rooms and gardens. Cruise passengers love the panoramic views and historical stories—book a half-day tour from the port. Combine with wildlife spotting nearby.

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Royal Albatross Centre

4.4 (4,196)

World's only mainland royal albatross colony on Otago Peninsula. Observe these magnificent birds in their natural habitat via observation lounge; ideal for nature lovers on cruise stops. Short tours available from Dunedin.

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Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise

4.8 (326)

Spot yellow-eyed penguins, seals, and seabirds on a boat cruise from the peninsula. A highlight for wildlife enthusiasts with stunning coastal scenery. Easily accessible as a popular cruise excursion.

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Dunedin Railway Station

4.7 (268)

This stunning Edwardian Flemish Renaissance building is one of New Zealand's most photographed landmarks and a must-see for cruise passengers. Take a quick photo stop or explore its grand interiors before your shore excursion. Perfect for a short visit right in the city center.

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Things to Do

Brisbane

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

Story Bridge Climb

South Bank Parklands

Mount Coot-tha Lookout

Auckland

Sky Tower

Auckland Domain

Waiheke Island

Auckland Art Gallery

Tauranga

Hobbiton Movie Set

Tauranga Waterfront

Mount Maunganui Beach

Te Puia Māori Village

Picton

Marlborough Sounds

Edwin Fox Maritime Museum

Queen Charlotte Track

Eco-World Aquarium

Timaru

Caroline Bay Beach

Timaru Blue Penguin Colony

Timaru Botanic Gardens

South Canterbury Museum

Dunedin

Larnach Castle

Royal Albatross Centre

Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise

Dunedin Railway Station