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Discover Uptown Auckland

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Tour Overview

Take a walk around the neighbourhood to learn about this inner city precincts past, present and future.

Uptown is a place of history, growth and discovery. It's the name given to encompass the Eden Terrace, Grafton and Newton areas. Change is happening here; it’s undeniable. The new Maungawhau Station is due to open in 2025 and will continue to transform Uptown into one of the most connected places in Auckland. Take a walk around the neighbourhood to learn about Uptown’s past, present and future. On the walk you’ll see historic buildings, transport development and the boom of beautiful new apartments. You’ll also discover some of Uptown’s best kept secrets such as Basque Park, and the many businesses that make Uptown a special destination. Come take a walk around Uptown to have a peek at the future. It’s very bright!

Stops

  1. Stop 1: Tour beginning: OMG - Organic Market Garden

  2. Stop 2: Basque Park

  3. Stop 3: Orange Hall

  4. Stop 4: Cycle Path and Spaghetti Junction

  5. Stop 5: Stable Lane

  6. Stop 6: St David's Church Hall

  7. Stop 7: Mount Eden Prison

  8. Stop 8: Shot Tower

  9. Stop 9: Maungawhau Station

  10. Stop 10: City Rail Link viewing platform

  11. Stop 11: The Corner Store/Galbraith's

  12. Stop 12: Intersection of Symonds Street, New North Road, and Mt Eden Road

  13. Stop 13: CRL Visitor Centre

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