Hauraki Gulf IslandsSights

Sights in Hauraki Gulf Islands

  1. Stony Batter Historic Reserve

    At the bottom end of the island, the Stony Batter Historic Reserve has WWII tunnels and gun emplacements that were built in 1941 to defend Auckland’s harbour. The walk leads through private farmland, and derives its name from the boulder-strewn fields. Bring a torch.

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  2. Te Whau Garden

    A jealousy-inducing private property open to visitors is Te Whau Garden, giving you the opportunity to wander steep pathways through rainforest, wetlands and gardens scattered with sculpture.

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  3. Artworks Complex

    The Artworks complex houses a community theatre, an art-house cinema and an attention-grabbing art gallery. Also part of the Artworks complex is Whittaker’s Musical Museum, a collection of antique concert instruments.

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  4. Connells Bay

    Connells Bay is a pricey but excellent private sculpture park featuring a stellar roster of NZ artists. Admission is by way of guided tour.

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  5. Whittaker’s Musical Museum

    Part of the Artworks complex is Whittaker’s Musical Museum, a collection of antique concert instruments.

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  6. Waiheke Island Historic Village

    The Waiheke Island Historic Village displays Islander artefacts in six restored buildings.

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