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Auckland Domain Park

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The Auckland Domain is Auckland's oldest park and at 75 hectares. It is one of the largest park and most popular picnic spot(specially during summers) for Aucklanders within the city limits. Auckland Domain is located in the central suburb of Grafton just 15 mins away from  Auckland CBD  The most of the park lies within the crater of Pukekawa volcano. The Auckland  Museum the main tourist attraction  is located on the Auckland Domain sits predominantly on the crater rim.      Duck Ponds with the beautiful fountain in the centre lie on the north edge of the cone.  Auckland Domain is very popular among locals & visitors from different countries. Every Saturday 3 PM they come to play friendly match of soccer  A beautiful place for a whole family to enjoy

Albert Park

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Albert Park is one of Auckland's most important parks. It's located in the heart of Auckland CBD. Its long history and unique character have made the park a special place for the Aucklanders and it an important destination for visitors.  Access to the park is from Kitchener Street, Wellesley Street, Princes Street and Bowen Avenue. Public toilets are situated between Albert Park House and the pedestrian walkway from Albert Park over Wellesley Street East. Albert Part Entrance from Princes St. At one corner of the park is the Auckland City Art Gallery and on the other side is the original park-keepers cottage which is now a museum of memorabilia.  The park also features a range of statuary and memorials, as well as formal flower beds, a Victorian fountain and beautiful trees. View of Sky Tower from Albert Park and t he band rotunda near the south end of the par Statue in Albert Park Victorian Fountain In the Park   Albert Park House is home to the c...