Fun things to do in Auckland with Kids
Discover fun things to do in Auckland with your tamariki — from free nature adventures to exciting attractions and local favourites. Whether you’re planning a family day out, school holiday activity or rainy day rescue, this page links to the best Auckland for Kids articles to help you make the most of your time together.
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Christmas Lights 2020
Auckland for Kids recommendation of the BEST Christmas Light Displays to enjoy with your family in 2020.

MOTAT – Museum of Transport & Technology
MOTAT, Museum of Transport and Technology, is New Zealand’s largest transport, technology and social history museum. Spread across 40 acres, MOTAT will take your family on an interactive day out to

Toy library STEM toys make learning fun!
Ellerslie Toy Library has new STEM toys for children to have fun learning through play. Parents can borrow these toys to encourage their child’s critical thinking, creativity, problem solving, organisational skills and teamwork.

Auckland Art Gallery will be opening on Friday nights!
Starting next week on Friday 31 July, Auckland Art Gallery will be staying open late on Friday nights until 9m. It’s a fun to head into town at the end

Painting Rocks to hide and find in New Zealand
Rock painting and hiding painted rocks for other kids to find is a popular activity to get families and children outside. Plus it helps to brighten someone else’s day when they find the rock.

Finding Forests in Your Pocket
Discover the magical, augmented reality adventure a Forest in my Pocket for children, created as part of the 2020 re-imagined Sunshine Coast’s leading Horizon Festival.

Day out at Chelsea Sugar Factory cafe, playground, Edmonds Baking school & Heritage Park in Auckland with kids
Our visit to Chelsea Sugar Factory cafe, playground, Edmonds Baking School and the Sugar Factory Tour in Birkenhead on the North Shore of Auckland, New Zealand with stunning view of Auckland Harbour Bridge.

Family Day Out in Blockhouse Bay & New Lynn
10 of the best places for kids to play, explore, visit and of course have fun on a family day out in Blockhouse Bay and New Lynn neighbourhoods in Waitekere

A Perfect Family Day Out in Devonport & Cheltenham
Top 12 places for kids to play, explore and have fun on a family day out out in Devonport and Cheltenham on the North Shore in Auckland.

20+ Fun Things to Do in Māngere, Manukau & Auckland Airport with Kids – Family-Friendly Guide
Discover the best family-friendly things to do in Māngere, Manukau & Auckland Airport! From theme parks to farms, here are 20+ fun activities for kids.

Pedal Power: Exploring Auckland’s Best Bike Tracks
Auckland is brimming with fantastic bike tracks that are perfect for parents and kids to explore together.Whether you’re pedaling along the waterfront, cruising through parks, or adventuring along coastal paths, there’s a bike track in Auckland that will delight the whole family.

BEST teen movies to watch at home on Netflix
Our pick of the best teen movies to watch on Netflix.



