New Zealand is a dream destination for many travel lovers. This country has plenty of holiday destinations that worth exploring. Narrowing down a list of 8 places to visit in New Zealand is a difficult task, but it will help those travelers who are planning to spend only 2-3 days in New Zealand. Let’s find out about some places in New Zealand that are worth visiting at least once in your lifetime.

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1. Auckland

The most happening city of New Zealand is; Auckland. This city is itchy feet’s favorite one. Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand and the international air-travel hub too. In this city, you will land. First of all, it’s better to start exploring the beauty of New Zealand from here only. You can hire a campervans in Auckland and witness the beauty of this melting pot of different culture.

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2. Cruise The Bay Of Islands

Cruise the bay of the island is a famous tourist destination. Visiting New Zealand cannot be called complete without visiting this place. Bay of Island is renowned for water sports. This beautiful tourist destination is made up of 144 islands between Cape Brett and the Purerua Peninsula.

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3. Muriwai Beach, Auckland

Muriwai Beach is approx 40 minutes away from the center of the Auckland city. This beach reaches to the top of its beauty at the time of sunset. Here, you can see hundreds of birds flying over your head. If you are an admirer of natural beauty, then this place is for you.

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4. Matapouri, Northland

Matapouri is a stunning beach, and a must visit place in New Zealand. Here, you will get to see Mermaid pool where you can find colossal emerald rock pools hidden in the depth of the sea. It is one of the most favorite places of locals and tourists.

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5. Milford Sound

Milford Sound was formed by the glaciers in the ice age. The landscape of Milford Sound witnessed its formation, and they still talk about that through their signs. The best way to explore the natural beauty of this region is boating. Here, you can experience the underwater environment by visiting the Milford Discovery Centre and Underwater Observatory, which is a floating, underwater observatory in New Zealand.

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6. Stewart Island

To witness the wild side of New Zealand, you should visit Stewart Island. It’s the third largest island of New Zealand. Here you can do hiking, bird watching,and camping.  This island is famous for its golden beaches, and here you can see many kiwis.

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7. Franz Josef Glacier

Franz Josef Glacier of New Zealand is one of the most scenic places in this country. Here, you can do anything from ice climbing to a relaxed hike on the approx 6.8-mile-long glacier. You can also take a helicopter tour of the iceberg. The temperature of this place is not very cool despite its height, but the temperature on ice will be cooler.

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8. Waitomo Glowworm Caves

These caves are naturally illuminated by the glowworms. Visiting these caves is one of the unique experiences you will ever have. You can have a boat ride in the glow worm caves. In Waitomo, you will get to see some non-glowworm caves too. In these caves, you will have to take a walking tour.

So, these are our favorite top 8 places to visit in New Zealand. Plan your trip and enjoy the serene beauty of these amazing places.