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New Zealand with Kids

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Observation Deck
SkyTower , Auckland
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Charge your camera for panoramic photographs from SkyTower, the tallest structure in New Zealand. Auckland's eye-catching landmark, this 328
Tours from $15
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Specialty Museum
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa , Wellington
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The whole family can get a dynamic and in-depth overview of New Zealand at Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, one of the nation's main
Tours from $11
Christchurch Botanic Gardens ©
Park
Christchurch Botanic Gardens , Christchurch
4.8
Stroll through South Island's colorful plant life at Christchurch Botanic Gardens, sheltering both native and exotic species. Sprawled over 2
Tours from $18
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Military Museum
Auckland Museum , Auckland
4.6
Learn about New Zealand's rich history at Auckland Museum, serving as both a major cultural institution and a war memorial. Designed in the 1
Tours from $20
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Theme Park
Huka Prawn Park , Taupo
3.4
The whole family can explore and play at Huka Prawn Park, New Zealand's only prawn farm. As well as producing over 30 tons of shrimp a year,
Tours from $18

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New Zealand

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Abounding in pristine nature and well-equipped cities, New Zealand has no shortage of child-friendly destinations for a family vacation. The little ones will enjoy a chance to get close to exotic animals at one of the country's wildlife reserves, botanical gardens, and zoos, such as Doubtful Sound and Pukekura Park. The collections of Maori artifacts, medieval clothing, animal fossils, and local arts at Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa will spark their imagination and curiosity. Booking a full-day excursion or short rafting trip with one of the local operators is another good way to create great memories when traveling to New Zealand with kids.
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