Leys Institute Library Ponsonby, Auckland

Name: Leys Institute Library Ponsonby
Address: 20 St Marys Road, Ponsonby, Auckland, New Zealand

#144 among attractions in Auckland

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Leys Institute Library Ponsonby, Auckland

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Leys Institute Library Ponsonby is a branch of Auckland Libraries that serves the suburbs of Ponsonby, Saint Marys Bay, Herne Bay, and Freemans Bay. It is housed in The Leys Institute, a pair of historic buildings that incorporate a lecture hall, a meeting room and a gymnasium, as well as a public library. ()

Established: 1905 (119 years ago)Coordinates: 36°50'48"S, 174°44'42"E

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20 St Marys Road, PonsonbyCentral Auckland (Saint Marys Bay)Auckland New Zealand

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Leys Institute Library Ponsonby – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, Westhaven Marina, Victoria Park Market.

0.9 miE
Panoramic city views and bungee jumping
Sky Tower, Auckland
25 min walk • The Sky Tower is an iconic landmark soaring above the skyline of Auckland, New Zealand. As the tallest freestanding structure in the Southern Hemisphere, it stands at an impressive height of 328 meters. Since its completion in 1997, the Sky Tower has not only become an...
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Seafaring history and replica ship tours
New Zealand Maritime Museum, Auckland
27 min walk • Nestled along the vibrant waterfront of Auckland, the New Zealand Maritime Museum is a treasure trove of the nation's rich seafaring history, offering a deep dive into the maritime heritage that shaped New Zealand. Situated in the heart of the City of Sails, the museum...
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Sailing, Marina
Westhaven Marina, Auckland
17 min walk • Westhaven Marina, a jewel in the crown of Auckland, New Zealand, is one of the largest and most well-appointed marinas in the Southern Hemisphere. With its prime location right at the edge of the central business district, this marina is an integral part of the city's...
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Shopping, Shopping centre, Market
Victoria Park Market, Auckland
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Auckland's vibrant cityscape, Victoria Park Market stands as a bustling hub of commerce and culture. This historic shopping centre, which has been a cornerstone of the local community since its inception, offers a charming blend of boutique...
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Sport venue, Sport, Gym
Tepid Baths, Auckland
26 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Auckland, New Zealand, the Tepid Baths stand as a modern sanctuary for fitness enthusiasts and recreational swimmers alike. This historic indoor pool and leisure center has been a cherished part of the city's sporting landscape since its...
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Hotel casino, Gambling, Nightlife
Skycity Auckland, Auckland
26 min walk • Skycity Auckland stands as a beacon of entertainment in the heart of New Zealand's largest city. This iconic complex, which combines a premier hotel with a vibrant casino, has become a landmark in the local landscape. With its strategic location in the central business...
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Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Civic Theatre, Auckland
28 min walk • The Civic Theatre is a large heritage combination performing-arts theatre, live-music venue, and cinema seating 2,378 people in Auckland, New Zealand.
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Neo-Baroque, multi-functional hall
Auckland Town Hall, Auckland
28 min walk • Auckland Town Hall is a Edwardian building on Queen Street in the Auckland CBD, New Zealand, known both for its original and ongoing use for administrative functions, as well as its famed Great Hall and separate Concert Chamber.
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Elaborate Catholic church with mass
St Patrick's Cathedral, Auckland
26 min walk • The Cathedral of St Patrick and St Joseph is a Catholic church in Auckland CBD, situated on the corner of Federal Street and Wyndham St. It is the mother church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Auckland and the cathedral of the Bishop of Auckland.
1.1 miSE
Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
Artspace, Auckland
27 min walk • Artspace Aotearoa is an art gallery in Auckland, New Zealand. It is located on Karangahape Road in Newton. The gallery was founded in 1987, and focuses on contemporary New Zealand and overseas art.
1.1 miSE
Park, Playground
Myers Park, Auckland
28 min walk • Myers Park is a narrow park in central Auckland, New Zealand, running parallel to the upper part of Queen Street. It is characterised by steep, grassed slopes and canopied with a mixture of large exotic and native trees, including an alley of large palm trees.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Leys Institute Library Ponsonby?

Nearby attractions include Jacobs Ladder Bridge, Auckland (10 min walk), Freemans Bay, Auckland (11 min walk), Victoria Park Viaduct, Auckland (12 min walk), Victoria Park Tunnel, Auckland (12 min walk).

How to get to Leys Institute Library Ponsonby by public transport?

The nearest stations to Leys Institute Library Ponsonby:

Bus

Cowan Street • Lines: Inn (5 min walk)
England Street • Lines: 101, Inn, Out (7 min walk)

Tram

Daldy Street • Lines: Wynyard Loop (15 min walk)
Gaunt Street • Lines: Wynyard Loop (17 min walk)

Ferry

Sealink Hamer Street (21 min walk)
Downtown Pier 14 (30 min walk)