Mount Smart, Auckland

#188 among attractions in Auckland

Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano

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Rarotonga / Mount Smart is one of the volcanoes in the Auckland volcanic field. Quarrying removed almost all the scoria cone, which was 87 m high. Prior to the arrival of Europeans, it was extensively terraced and used as a defensive pā. The former quarry is now the site of Mount Smart Stadium. ()

Coordinates: 36°55'6"S, 174°48'43"E

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Central Auckland (Southdown)Auckland New Zealand

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Mount Smart – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sylvia Park Shopping Centre, Dress Smart, Mount Smart Stadium, Stardome Observatory.

1.6 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Sylvia Park Shopping Centre, Auckland
42 min walk • Sylvia Park Shopping Centre stands as a beacon of retail and entertainment in Auckland, New Zealand, attracting shoppers from across the city and beyond. This premier shopping destination, conveniently located in the suburb of Mount Wellington, offers an unparalleled...
1.4 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Dress Smart, Auckland
36 min walk • Dress Smart, nestled in the vibrant city of Auckland, New Zealand, is the country's premier outlet shopping centre. Offering a unique shopping experience, it is the go-to destination for fashionistas and bargain hunters alike who are seeking designer brands at...
~390 ftNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Mount Smart Stadium, Auckland
2 min walk • Mount Smart Stadium, a cornerstone of Auckland's sporting landscape, stands as a testament to New Zealand's passion for sports and entertainment. This multi-purpose venue, located in the suburb of Penrose, is a hub for rugby league, concerts, and a variety of other...
2.1 miNW
Museum, Entertainment, Observatories and planetariums
Stardome Observatory, Auckland
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1.8 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
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2 miNW
Peak with an obelisk and a viewing deck
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1.6 miE
36°54'55"S • 174°50'28"E
Around the World Mini Golf, Auckland
42 min walk • Golf, Mini golf
1.7 miN
36°53'39"S • 174°49'1"E
Michaels Ave #1, Auckland
43 min walk • Park
1.6 miW
Area
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1.7 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
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~1570 ftE
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
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