Top 20 Family-friendly Attractions in New Zealand
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Top 20 Family-friendly Attractions in New Zealand

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  • Agrodometop_1
    󰺂8.4
    1236.13
    Rotorua
    trip best small logoNo. 10 of Best Things to Do in New Zealand
    󱨠Saved by 158 users󱨠167 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    Compared to the free ranch nearby, the Agrodun admission fee wasn't much different, and there weren't many people. The driver took us for a quick tour on a tractor, speaking quickly and using a mediocre loudspeaker. Fortunately, we saw the various animals on the ranch and got out to feed them, so the experience was okay. I didn't write down the time the sheepdogs were herding the sheep, so I missed it.

  • International Antarctic Centretop_2
    󰺂7.9
    2016.67
    Christchurch
    trip best small logoNo. 15 of Best Things to Do in New Zealand
    󱨠Saved by 177 users󱨠121 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    I think this place is quite fun. It's right next to the airport parking lot. I stopped by before returning my car to Christchurch Airport and enjoyed free parking. The tickets I bought on Ctrip were very convenient to show directly. The entire tour lasted about two hours. I rode a polar car, experienced an Antarctic storm, watched a 4D movie, and saw penguins and sled dogs.

  • SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquariumtop_3
    󰺂7.5
    1058.96
    Auckland
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰋄Explore 8 themed underwater wonders
    Penguins & snow diving adventure
    󱨠Saved by 226 users󱨠159 positive reviews
    4.4/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    Beautiful and awesome 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

  • Auckland Zoo
    4
    󰺂6.6
    1143.81
    Auckland
    trip best small logoFeatured in Best Things to Do
    Highlights:
    Feed giraffes & parrots yourself
    Themed areas & global animal habitats
    󱨠Saved by 170 users󱨠37% positive reviews
    4.4/5
    cherry131cherry131

    It's worth playing, suitable for young children. There are many animals to see, mainly to see kiwi birds, which are very cute and nocturnal animals. There are many fast foods to eat. In general, it's worth checking in once

  • Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
    5
    󰺂6.4
    Wellington.Wellington Central Business District
    Highlights:
    󰀆Kids' discovery & activity zone
    󰌌Interactive models for kids
    󱨠33% positive reviews
    4.4/5
    dramamigdramamig

    A very beautiful pavilion with many exhibits of natural creatures and displays of Maori history and culture. It is worth a visit. But be reminded that it is only free for locals, and it costs 35 New Zealand dollars per person for foreign tourists!

  • Puzzling World
    6
    󰺂6.1
    1208.34
    Wanaka
    Highlights:
    󰀆Family fun at The Roman Theatre
    Face Hall: Full of interactive fun
    󱨠33% positive reviews
    4.4/5
    Lavender and SunLavender and Sun

    The scenic boardwalk winds along the south shore. There are some winding walks starting from the camping area on the lakeside, which is a great place to spend a wonderful holiday. Sailing, swimming, windsurfing and fishing are popular activities in summer. Great place.

  • Willowbank Wildlife Reserve
    7
    󰺂5.3
    1137.02
    Christchurch
    Highlights:
    󰋄Kiwi bird sanctuary & diversity
    Home to 500+ wild animals & birds
    󱨠38% positive reviews
    4.3/5
    Edmond_WonghkEdmond_Wonghk

    There are many kinds of animals and birds, but they are not rare animals. The animals are relatively lively. It is recommended to buy feed for the animals and birds. Because the venue is too dark, you cannot see the KIWI birds at all. Although the venue is not big, it is designed like a maze and has high space utilization. .

  • Orana Wildlife Park
    8
    󰺂5.2
    1255.82
    Christchurch
    Highlights:
    󱓊Fenceless zoo with vast wildlife
    󰋄Feed giraffes & Sumatran tigers
    󱨠39% positive reviews
    4.0/5
    铨上风满楼铨上风满楼

    Christchurch Wildlife Park is very cost-effective... It contains animals from all continents and is suitable for annual passes... Friends of all ages can feel satisfied here.

  • Space Place at Carter Observatory
    9
    󰺂4.2
    Wellington
    󱨠27% positive reviews
    4.1/5
    微观世界&大千世界微观世界&大千世界

    Carter Observatory: A Wonderful Journey to the Universe Carter Observatory, a celestial observation site in Wellington, New Zealand, is like a bright pearl, attracting countless astronomy enthusiasts and curious travelers to explore the mysteries of the universe. Recently, I have had the privilege of visiting myself and immersed myself in this fascinating astronomy journey, and the following will share my detailed experience for you. Arrival to the Observatory: The Harmonious Beauty of Nature and Architecture The Carter Observatory is located on the Capetti coast of Wellington, surrounded by mountains, away from the hustle and bustle of the city and light pollution, creating unique conditions for astronomical observations. As I slowly up the winding mountain road, the lush forest and fresh air came to my face, refreshing. The observatory's unique architectural style, modern silver dome complements the surrounding natural environment, as if it were naturally grown from the land. Stepping into the courtyard of the observatory, a beautiful sun stands among them, not only adding a simple atmosphere, but also making people feel the ancients' deep understanding of time and astronomy. Exploration: Immersive Astronomical Knowledge Feast Entering the Carter Observatory exhibition hall, I was instantly attracted by the rich variety of exhibits and interactive installations in front of me. The entire exhibition hall systematically displays the development of astronomy, the mysteries of the solar system and modern astronomical observation technology through multiple thematic areas. In the solar system exhibition area, realistic planetary models are arranged in proportions, making it seem like they have traveled through the vast universe. Each model is accompanied by a detailed introduction that not only covers the basic information of the planets, but also tells interesting stories about human exploration of these planets. On the interactive screen, I can tap into the unique characteristics of each planet, from the huge volcanoes on Mars to the famous Great Red Spot on Jupiter, where these distant objects become lifelike on the screen. In addition, there are areas in the exhibition hall that specialize in the development of telescopes, from the early simple single-bio telescopes to modern complex radio telescopes, a series of physical models and historical data, let me clearly see the footsteps of human exploration of the universe. Here I learn about the great discoveries of famous astronomers and how they can break through the boundaries of cognition by constantly improving their observational equipment. The Skywalk Experience: A Mind-Shaking Cosmic Tour The Skywalk at Carter Observatory is undoubtedly the most memorable part of the entire visit. Step into the Skywalk, comfortable seats and huge hemispheric dome create a mysterious atmosphere. As the lights dim, a mind-shaking journey to the universe officially kicks off. Under the guidance of a professional narrator, we follow the starry sky projected on the dome, travel through the Milky Way and explore the mysteries of distant galaxies. From the ripple nebula to the mysterious black hole, every picture is breathtaking. The Tianxiang Museum not only shows the magnificent scenery of the universe, but also explains the astronomy knowledge in depth. Through vivid simulations, I understood the changing laws of the four seasons of the starry sky, and the myths and legends behind the constellations.

  • Wellington Zoo
    10
    󰺂4.1
    836.85
    Wellington
    Highlights:
    󰋄Feed giraffes & red pandas
    󱓊Over 900 animals & kiwis
    4.0/5
    王海娃子王海娃子

    Wellington is the capital of New Zealand after all. Although a variety of animals such as cattle, sheep, and birds can be seen all over the country, the systematic and authoritative display of the country's species can only be found in the capital's Wellington Zoo.

What Family-friendly Attractions are there in New Zealand?
These are all Family-friendly Attractions in New Zealand:Agrodome, International Antarctic Centre, SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium, Auckland Zoo, Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
What are some highly-rated Family-friendly Attractions in New Zealand?
Some highly-rated Family-friendly Attractions in New Zealand include:Agrodome:4.7, International Antarctic Centre:4.5, SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium:4.4, Auckland Zoo:4.4, Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa:4.4
At what locations in New Zealand can Family-friendly Attractions in New Zealand be found?
The Family-friendly Attractions in New Zealand are mainly located in:Agrodome:Rotorua, International Antarctic Centre:Christchurch, SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium:Auckland, Auckland Zoo:Auckland, Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa:Wellington
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