Location: Auckland
Top Things to do in Auckland
Top 7 Monuments & Statues in Auckland, North Island
The Māori call Auckland Tāmaki Makaurau — a maiden desired by 100 lovers,
and a valuable territory fought over for centuries for its fertile land and
natural harbors on the Pacific Ocean (to the east) and Tasman Sea (to the
west). Today, it’s New Zealand’s largest city: A vibrant and diverse place
where nature and urban life go hand-in- hand, with 48 volcanic cones, more
than 50 islands, and 29,000 km of coastline and beaches just minutes away
from the arts and shopping of the central city.
Restaurants in Auckland
1. Matakana War Memorial
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
The Matakana War Memorial has stood in the village for over 95 years. Sculptured by W. H. Feldon from Oamaru Stone, it was dedicated on 20th April 1920 by The Right Honourable Joseph Gordon Coates MC MP, the 21st Prime Minister of New Zealand. In August 2020 the statue gained Heritage NZ Listing as a place of heritage significance. Situated in a lovely riverside park with excellent access and paths. Well worth a visit.
Reviewed By HansenSteve1234
Just a minute walk from the Village is the sculpture of George V that is memorial dedicated is local soliders lost at war, there are story boards that reflects their lives. So interesting and done well. We then went down to the old warf to eat our lunch, very chilled and relaxing, followed by a walked over bridge to Morris & James Pottery cafe.
2. First World War Memorial
3. MJ Savage Memorial Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 187 reviews
Reviewed By Naina-Damani - London, United Kingdom
An elaborate cliff top garden mausoleum to honour country's first labour prime minister. Bastion Point offers magnificent views over the Hauraki Gulf and Waitemata Harbour.
4. Symonds Street Cemetary
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By jeanettem190 - Cairns, Australia
Just near the far end of Queen St you'll find this cemetery. It's larger than you might think & you'll have to cross the street to see all the sections, segregated by religious conviction: Anglican, Catholic, Jewish, Protestant, etc. The cemetery's well cared for & many of the inscriptions are still legible. As you arrive / leave check out the very grand, ornate Victorian Public Toilets. It's remarkable how much effort the Victorians went to when it comes to public buildings!
5. Statue of Sir Dove-Myer Robinson
6. Sir John Walker Statue
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2 reviews
