If you’re RVing in a camper van, renting a car and staying in hotels, or just poking around Auckland, you’ll find water every where. Surrounded by water, the ‘City of Sails’ has much to offer those who like boats, maritime history, or just plain sea life. Near the Ferry Berth on Quay and Hobson Streets, the New Zealand Maritime Museum covers Kiwi maritime history from the Maori migration to modern day cup sailing. You can check out the boats, life-sized exhibits, or collection of models and artifacts on a guided tour or poke around on your own with an Audio Guide. If you’d like to get out on the water, the museum’s Ted Ashby sails Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. The SS Puke and Breeze sail most week ends. The waterfront itself is a good
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