Cornwall Park & One Tree Hill
Auckland's largest urban park with sheep, cattle, walking tracks and a working farm. Climb to the summit of Maungakiekie/One Tree Hill for panoramic views. Free entry, open daily 7am to 7pm.
Group Activities & Team Builds in Auckland
Auckland has 94 activities on Do Auckland that take groups of ten or more. Escape rooms, bowling, axe throwing and mini golf work well for work dos. Beaches, regional parks and the Domain take a hundred people and cost nothing. Every listing shows its maximum group size before you enquire.
Holey Moley Auckland
Eighteen new holes of mini golf built as a bar on the Viaduct, with karaoke rooms and darts. Under-eighteens until 7pm, ID after.
Karangahape Road (K Road)
Auckland's most eclectic strip with vintage shops, indie galleries, cocktail lounges, late-night eateries and live music venues. Free to wander, best explored by foot in the evening.
Hunua Falls
Stunning 30m waterfall in Hunua Ranges Regional Park, an hour south of Auckland. Easy walk from the car park to the falls. No swimming due to safety, but great picnic spot. Free.
Game Over Auckland
Indoor electric go-karts on a two hundred metre track at Albany, with laser tag and a forty-machine arcade in the same building. Book ahead.
Whammy Bar
The heart of Auckland's independent music scene, in the basement of St Kevins Arcade on K Road.
Te Henga (Bethells Beach)
Wild west coast black sand beach 50 minutes from the city. Less crowded than Piha, with sand dunes, Lake Wainamu and walking tracks. Watch the sunset over the Tasman. Free.
Auckland Botanic Gardens
Explore 64 hectares of beautiful gardens and native forest at Auckland Botanic Gardens, just 20 minutes from the city. Free entry. Includes themed gardens, sculpture trail and cafe.
Parnell Rose Gardens
Beautiful rose gardens (part of Dove-Myer Robinson Park) with over 5,000 rose bushes overlooking the harbour. Best from late spring to early autumn. Free, open 24 hours, with the bottom of the gardens
Waitakere Ranges Regional Park
16,000 hectares of native rainforest with over 250km of walking and tramping tracks. Visit Arataki Visitor Centre for Maori carvings, displays and views over the Tasman Sea.
SkyJump Auckland
New Zealand's highest jump - a 192m base jump by wire from the Sky Tower. Reach speeds of 85kph during an 11-second freefall. The ultimate Auckland adrenaline experience.
Metrolanes
Twelve lanes on level three of Skyworld, a bar, and an outdoor deck over Aotea Square. Under twelve can walk in. Card only, no cash.
Howick Historical Village
Living history museum showcasing the early settlement of Howick from the mid-to-late 1800s. Explore real homes and daily life of early settlers. Educational and family-friendly.
Odyssey Sensory Maze
13 zones of lighting effects, illusions, sounds and obstacles in the heart of the CBD. A self-guided 20-30 minute sensory adventure that all ages can enjoy. Open daily.
Extreme Edge Panmure
Over two hundred climbing routes in a converted aircraft hangar, plus auto-belays if you have no partner and a pirate zone for the under-nines.
Mt Albert Aquatic Centre
Underwater playground with hydroslide, river run and a wave pool that turns on every 30 minutes. Caribbean Pirates theme keeps kids engaged. Indoor pool great in any weather.
Long Bay Regional Park
Family-friendly North Shore beach with safe swimming, picnic areas, BBQs, walking tracks and a playground. Great cafe nearby. Free, parking available, popular in summer.
Takapuna Beach
Stunning North Shore beach with views of Rangitoto Island, soft sand and safe swimming. Lined with cafes and restaurants. Great for sunrise photos. Free, easy access.
Albert Park
Charming Victorian-era park in the heart of the CBD next to the Auckland Art Gallery and University of Auckland. Mature trees, central fountain, ornamental gardens and band rotunda. Free.
Manukau Heads Lighthouse
Climb the only public-access lighthouse in the Auckland region for expansive ocean views from the tip of the Awhitu Peninsula. 1.5-hour drive south of the CBD. Free entry, donation welcome.
Western Springs Lakeside Park
64-acre park in central Auckland with a spring-fed lake, walking tracks, native birds, eels and the Fukuoka Japanese Garden. Adjacent to the zoo and MOTAT. Free entry.
Lloyd Elsmore Park Pool & Leisure Centre
Family-friendly Pakuranga pool complex with two 25m pools, learner's pool, splash pool, spa, steam room and sauna, plus an outdoor splash pad. Free for kids under 16.
MOTAT - Museum of Transport and Technology
New Zealand's largest transport and technology museum across two sites in Western Springs. Aviation hall, heritage tram rides, historic village and hands-on exhibits make it a great family day out.
Ding Dong Lounge
Rock, punk and metal, five nights a week. Live bands upstairs, jam nights, and karaoke after midnight.
Pah Homestead - Arts House Trust
Free art gallery in a historic 1879 mansion in Monte Cecilia Park. Rotating exhibitions of contemporary New Zealand art. On-site cafe with views of One Tree Hill. Entry by koha/donation.
Eden Park Tour
Stadium tours of New Zealand's iconic sports venue, home to the All Blacks. Behind-the-scenes access to changing rooms, players' tunnel and the hallowed turf. 90 minutes.
Afterlife Billiards
Twelve pool tables at the top of Queen Street, hired by the hour. Booths, coffee, bubble tea, and the latest hours of anything on this page.
Rangitoto Island
Take the ferry to Auckland's youngest volcano (just 600 years old) and hike to the summit through lava fields and the world's largest pohutukawa forest. Bring water and sunscreen.
Mount Eden / Maungawhau
Auckland's highest natural point at 196m, this dormant volcano offers 360-degree views of the city. A 10-15 minute walk to the summit reveals a 50m-deep crater. Free, no parking on the cone.
All Blacks Experience
A fully guided, state-of-the-art interactive tribute to the All Blacks and New Zealand's national rugby teams. Come face-to-face with the haka and learn about NZ's rugby heritage.
Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq Newmarket
Circus-themed arcade bar on level three of Westfield Newmarket. Bowling, dodgems, VR, cocktails. Over-eighteens only after 8pm Friday and Saturday.
Wintergardens at Auckland Domain
Two historic glasshouses in Auckland Domain - the Tropical House with steamy exotic plants and the Cool House with seasonal displays. Plus Fernz Fernery and formal gardens. Free entry.
Otahuhu Pool & Leisure Centre
Six pools including a 25m lane pool, learner pool, toddlers pool, leisure pool, spa and a dedicated bombing pool. Stunning splash pad with flower fountains. Free for families.
Albany Stadium Pool
Modern aquatic centre on the North Shore with leisure and lap pools, splash pad, spa, sauna and over-pool climbing wall. Designed for families and exercisers alike.
Muriwai Beach & Gannet Colony
Black-sand west coast beach famous for its huge gannet colony at Otakamiro Point (August-March). Dramatic clifftops, surfing and walking trails. Free to visit, 45 mins from city.
Treasure Island Adventure Golf
Pirate-themed mini golf with two 18-hole courses near Auckland Airport. Features shark-infested waters, blasting cannons and a pirate ship. Great for families and birthday parties.
Tiritiri Matangi Island Sanctuary
World-renowned predator-free island bird sanctuary 75 minutes by ferry from Auckland. See rare native birds including takahē, kōkako and stitchbird. Optional guided walks available.
Zone Bowling Botany
Twelve lanes sharing a building with an eighty-machine Timezone, plus laser tag and bumper cars. Groups over six should book for lanes side by side.
Torpedo Bay Navy Museum
Free museum exploring the history of the Royal New Zealand Navy through naval officers' stories from the World Wars. Includes naval-themed playground and seaside cafe.
Ambury Regional Park
Working farm just minutes from the airport with cows, sheep, chickens and pigs. Coastal walks, picnic areas and free BBQs. Great for kids learning about farming. Free entry.
Auckland Harbour Bridge Climb
New Zealand's only bridge climb takes you to the top of the iconic Auckland Harbour Bridge for stunning panoramic views of the city, harbour and Hauraki Gulf. 90-minute guided experience.
West Wave Pool & Leisure Centre
All-ages aquatic centre with one of NZ's longest hydroslides, wave pool, lazy river, 50m lap pool, hydrotherapy pool, sauna and steam room.
Auckland Sea Kayaks - Sunset & Twilight Tours
Paddle to Rangitoto from St Heliers, walk up for the sunset, eat a barbecue on the island, come home under headlamps. Six to seven hours, from fourteen.
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium
Walk through shark tunnels, meet sub-Antarctic penguins and explore over 30 live exhibits at Auckland's iconic underwater attraction on the Mission Bay waterfront. Touch a starfish at the Rockpool.
Auckland Zoo
Home to at least 130 species of native and exotic animals across 17 hectares in Western Springs. See kiwi, tigers, giraffes, orangutans and more. Also offers behind-the-scenes encounters.
Timezone Queen Street
Over a hundred machines across two floors on Queen Street, plus karaoke booths and mini bowling. Best as an hour in town, not an afternoon.
Kaipātiki Hot Springs (formerly Parakai Springs)
Indoor and large outdoor thermal pools heated to 32°C with a gently sloping beach area for kids and two thrilling hydro slides. BBQs, picnic areas and onsite cafe. Open year-round.
Auckland Hop-on Hop-off Bus Explorer
Open-top double decker bus around Auckland's top attractions including the Sky Tower, Parnell, Mission Bay and Mount Eden. 24 or 48-hour tickets with audio commentary on board.
The Mothership
The closest club to the Viaduct. Independent, house and techno led, with international bookings.
Rainbow's End
New Zealand's largest theme park with over 20 rides and attractions, including a roller coaster, log flume, drop tower and Kidz Kingdom for under 8s. Located in Manukau.
The Classic Comedy Club
New Zealand's home of stand-up for twenty-five years, on Queen Street. Friday's ten o'clock L8 show stacks eight professionals and is the one to see.
Live Wire Super Park Highbury
Indoor entertainment hub with trampolines, foam pits, inflatable zone, ball pit, mini town playground, 6-lane bowling alley, laser tag, mini golf and arcade games.
Game Over Auckland - Jurassic Mini Putt
Twelve indoor holes through full-size animatronic dinosaurs. Twenty to thirty minutes a round, so pair it with the karts. If they can hold a putter, they can play.
Tikapa Moana Whale & Dolphin Cruise
4.5-hour wildlife cruise into the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park spotting whales, dolphins, seabirds and possibly orcas. Departs Auckland Viaduct daily with marine experts on board.
Highwic Historic House
Beautifully preserved Gothic mansion built in 1862, owned by Heritage NZ. Tour the elegant rooms and spectacular gardens for a step back into Victorian Auckland.
Tepid Baths
Iconic central city swimming pool in a 100-year-old building. 25m seven-lane pool, 15m learners pool, spa, sauna and state-of-the-art fitness centre.
Neck of the Woods
K Road club and live room that its own crowd paid to keep open. Friday and Saturday only.
Cornwall Park Cafe
Family-friendly cafe in the heart of Cornwall Park serving brunch, lunch and coffee. Outdoor seating overlooks the park where sheep and cattle graze. Open daily.
New Zealand Maritime Museum
Discover New Zealand's seafaring story from Polynesian voyaging to America's Cup victories. Located on the Viaduct Harbour with options to sail on heritage vessels. Free for Auckland residents.
The Tuning Fork
The small room attached to Spark Arena, and the best-sounding venue of its size in the country.
Stardome Observatory & Planetarium
Planetarium shows in One Tree Hill Domain, and on clear nights, telescope viewing with someone to point out what the southern sky has that the north does not.
Escape HQ Auckland CBD
Five sixty-minute rooms on Lorne Street. Dreams of Alice if nobody has done this before, Titanic if they have. Four to six players is where the puzzles land best.
Wero Whitewater Park
Two whitewater rafting courses (Grade 2 and Grade 4) plus the world's highest man-made waterfall. Kayak and SUP hire on the 9000 sqm lake.
Butterfly Creek
Wildlife park near Auckland Airport with a tropical butterfly house, NZ's only saltwater crocodiles, kiwi house, petting zoo, animatronic dinosaurs and a mini-train ride. Family Pass $85.
BOUNCEinc North Shore
Trampoline park with huge free jump area, dodgeball court, X-Run obstacle course, high rope challenge and trampoline wall. Mini area for tots with slides and ball pits.
America's Cup Sailing - Explore Group
Race a real America's Cup yacht on Auckland's Waitemata Harbour. Help crew the 80-foot NZL40/41 yacht with experienced skippers. Great for groups, dates or thrill seekers.
Massey Park Pool
Family aquatic centre in Papakura with hydroslide, lazy river, wave pool, and a heated 50m outdoor lane pool in summer. Hosts 'wave raves' with pumping music.
Sky Tower
Three observation decks at 328 metres, glass floor included. Go near sunset, when the lights come up while you can still make out Rangitoto.
Wynyard Quarter Waterfront Walk
Free walk along Auckland's revitalised waterfront. Pass restaurants, public art, the Silo Park playground and Karanga Plaza. Plenty of events, music and activities throughout the year.
Snowplanet
New Zealand's only indoor snow dome where you can ski, snowboard or snow tube all year round. Three lifts, terrain park and Winter Wonderland for kids. Just 30 minutes north of the city.
Gravity NZ Trampoline Park
1000 sqm of connected trampolines, ninja course, extreme dodgeball, foam pit, basketball hoops and an under-5s area. Sessions on the hour. Two locations: Mt Wellington and Manukau.
Auckland Harbour Bridge Bungy
New Zealand's only ocean-touch bungy jump from a custom 'Bungy Pod' on the Auckland Harbour Bridge. Optional ocean dip available. Watch from the viewing platform for free.
Sweet Axe Throwing Co.
Five lanes just off K Road with coaching before you throw. Structured games, not just an axe and a target. Licensed, from twelve, closed shoes. Book.
Shakespear Regional Park
Predator-free open sanctuary at the tip of the Whangaparaoa Peninsula. Walking tracks, beaches, cattle and sheep grazing, and native birds including takahe. Free entry.
Cornwallis Beach & Wharf
Quiet sandy beach at the southern entrance to the Manukau Harbour. Historic wharf great for jumping off (summer only) and fishing. 45 minutes from CBD. Free, lots of picnic spots.
Escape HQ Takapuna
Four rooms and an outdoor game, five minutes from the beach. Mountain Blizzard is built as two identical rooms so two teams race each other.
Newmarket Tenpin Bowling
Sixteen maple lanes and twenty pool tables under one roof on York Street. The pick for a big group that will not all want to do the same thing.
Mission Bay Beach
Auckland's most popular eastern beach with safe, clear waters, palm-lined promenade and waterfront cafes. Swim, kayak, paddle board or relax under a pohutukawa tree. Free and accessible.
Auckland War Memorial Museum
Three floors of New Zealand's stories from Maori and Pacific cultures to natural history and military heritage. Set in a magnificent heritage building in Auckland Domain. Free for Auckland residents.
Mudbrick Vineyard Waiheke
Award-winning Waiheke Island vineyard with cellar door tastings, restaurant lunches and panoramic harbour views. The most photographed wedding venue in NZ. Ferry from Auckland.
Karekare Falls
Peaceful waterfall hidden in the rainforest near Karekare Beach. Easy walk to reach a perfect spot for photos or quiet contemplation. Made famous by the film 'The Piano'. Free.
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki
New Zealand's largest art institution with over 15,000 works across four floors of a stunning heritage building. Free entry for NZ residents. Free guided tours daily at 1.30pm.
PINS Tenpin Bowling
The west Auckland lanes in Henderson, with a tap room called Pints attached. Disco bowling Friday and Saturday. Runs later than anything else here.
Gloputt Mini Golf
Sixteen holes under blacklight in Takapuna. Fully indoors, no kitchen, bring your own food. Cheap, weatherproof, and you can usually just turn up.
EcoZip Adventures Waiheke
Three 200m dual-cable ziplines side-by-side over native forest and a working vineyard on Waiheke Island. Includes a forest walk learning about local flora. Stunning views of the Hauraki Gulf.
SkyWalk Auckland
Walk around the outside of the Sky Tower on a 1.2m wide platform, 192m above the city - with no handrails. Full body harness keeps you safe while guides lead heart-pumping challenges.
Waiheke Island Wine Tour
Visit three of Waiheke Island's finest vineyards on a guided tour with tastings. Includes a return ferry from Auckland and scenic island commentary. Known as the 'island of wine' with 30+ vineyards.
Te Uru Waitakere Contemporary Gallery
West Auckland's regional gallery presenting contemporary art and design exhibitions. Five levels with a rooftop terrace and spectacular views in scenic Titirangi. Free entry.
Soljans Estate Winery
Family-run winery in Kumeu with cellar door, cafe and lunch options just 25 minutes from the CBD. Perfect for a half-day wine tasting in the Kumeu wine region.
Piha Beach
Wild and rugged black-sand surf beach 45 minutes west of Auckland. Iconic Lion Rock divides North and South Piha. Surf lessons available; respect the strong currents and swim between flags.
Auckland Domain
Auckland's oldest park covers 75 hectares around an extinct volcano. Features formal gardens, the historic Wintergardens, sports fields, and is home to the Auckland Museum. Perfect for picnics.
Clip 'n Climb Mt Eden
Colourful, themed climbing walls including stained glass, glow-in-the-dark, timed walls plus a vertical drop slide. Auto-belay system means no climbing partner needed.
Fergs Kayaks Auckland
Kayak, SUP and paddle board hire and lessons on Auckland's waterfront. Guided tours include Rangitoto Island summit, bioluminescence night kayaking and city lights night tours.
Wētā Workshop Unleashed
Step into a fantastical film effects workshop and explore the worlds of horror, sci-fi and fantasy from the five-time Academy Award winning Wētā Workshop. Hands-on, immersive experience.
Booking for a team? Start with the maximum group size on each listing, then check the booking hours. Venues like Game Over Auckland, Metrolanes and Sweet Axe Throwing Co. take fifty at once. If you need somewhere for a big outdoor gathering, Long Bay, Shakespear and Cornwall Park each take a hundred.
Common questions
What are the best team building activities in Auckland?
Escape rooms, axe throwing, bowling and mini golf are the four that split a team into small groups and give everyone something to do. Escape HQ, Sweet Axe Throwing Co., Metrolanes and Holey Moley all take groups of thirty or more.
How big a group can I book?
It depends on the venue. Indoor entertainment venues on Do Auckland top out between thirty and fifty people. Beaches and regional parks take a hundred. The maximum is listed on every page.
What can I do with a group for free?
Auckland's regional parks and west coast beaches cost nothing and hold large groups. Piha, Muriwai, Takapuna Beach, Long Bay and Cornwall Park are all free and all take up to a hundred people.
Are there group activities that work in bad weather?
Yes. Around half the listings here are indoor, so a wet forecast doesn't cancel the plan. Bowling alleys, escape rooms, trampoline parks and museums all run whatever the weather.