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Why people love visiting friendly North Island
Learn about the unique charm of North Island with a stay in a private vacation home. Well-liked for its shopping, cafes and local tours, this city is both welcoming and romantic. Hobbiton Movie Set and Sky Tower are just a couple of the must-sees. With a vacation rental, you get a home away from home. Many rentals offer full kitchens and outdoor grills for some home cooking.
Activities and attractions in North Island
Are you hoping to find top things to see and do in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to check out everything that makes North Island a fun place to get away. Here are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- The Timber Trail (11.1 mi / 17.9 km)
- Kiwi House Native Bird Park (24.4 mi / 39.3 km)
- The Kinloch Club (26.9 mi / 43.3 km)
- Mangakino Golf Club (9.7 mi / 15.6 km)
- Putaruru Golf Club (22.3 mi / 35.9 km)
- Topgun Paintball (26.5 mi / 42.6 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of North Island
Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, North Island is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. Here are a few of the area's most stunning features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Pureora Forest Park (16.5 mi / 26.6 km)
- Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari (20.9 mi / 33.6 km)
- Caveworld (27.6 mi / 44.4 km)
- Waitomo Glowworm Caves (27.8 mi / 44.7 km)
- Lake Karapiro (30 mi / 48.2 km)
- Te Waihou Walkway (26 mi / 41.9 km)
Transportation to and around North Island
The nearest airport is in Taupo (TUO), located 37.1 mi (59.7 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could also fly into Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is 42.5 mi (68.4 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Pukekohe Station, Papakura Station and Stratford Station are the main stations that serve the city. You can get around North Island by jumping on the metro at MOTAT 1 Tram Stop, The Strand Station or Western Springs Lakeside Entrance Tram Stop.