Auckland Domain
Attraction
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Established city park containing museums, memorials & the entire blast crater of Pukekawa volcano.
Park Road, Parnell, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
+64 9 301 0101
Did You Know?
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Volcanic Crater
Auckland Domain is built within a volcanic crater, formed by an ancient eruption. The Auckland War Memorial Museum sits prominently on the crater rim.
Pukekaroa Hill
Sacred Tōtara Tree
A sacred tōtara tree, a species native to New Zealand, grows on top of Pukekaroa Hill, the central scoria cone within the Domain.
1840
Gifted to Auckland
The site was originally named 'Pukekawa' by Māori before being gifted to the new town of Auckland in 1840.
Wintergardens
Glass Houses
The Domain Wintergardens, featuring two large glass houses, are located on the north side of Pukekaroa Hill, offering a unique botanical experience.