Auckland Art Gallery director Rhana Devenport said an arts passport was a small initiative that could have big ramifications, particularly for an outreach programme that focused on people who had difficulty coming to the gallery.
"Transport is our biggest issue. Even for those who drive we don't have parking," said Ms Devenport.
Last week, the Herald reported that people attending shows in central Auckland were being charged at parking buildings up to $25 for night-time services that are usually delivered for between $8 and $12.
A council spokeswoman said the arts passport was just a concept. She said the council had not entered any formal arrangements with arts and culture providers to be part of a programme.
The passport has been floated in a draft arts and culture strategic action plan, which is open for public consultation until July 24.
Arts, culture and events committee chairman Alf Filipaina said the plan aimed to deliver on the Auckland Plan vision to "integrate arts and culture into our everyday lives".
Among the goals in the plan are to meet the challenges of Auckland's continued growth and changing demographics.
The Ministry for Culture and Heritage, Creative New Zealand and Creative Coalition, ASB Community Trust, Independent Maori Statutory Board and Pacific People Advisory Panel have helped to develop the draft plan.
To see the plan and obtain an online submission form go to www. shapeauckland.co.nz