Daily activities and camps can become expensive, but some day-trip activities can cost $20 or less.
Butterfly Creek
Close to Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek's activities include a butterfly house with 700 butterflies, an interactive farm yard, an express train, a cafe and a playground.
Kids: $9 Adults $18
NationalMaritime Museum
A must-see for boat lovers. Interactive exhibits and galleries give a lesson on New Zealand's maritime heritage. The museum, on the corner of Hobson and Quay Sts, is offering free admission through June and July for Auckland residents.
Stardome and One Tree Hill
The observatory has a range of exhibits to look at for free, or you can go for a space journey for $16. While in the area, why not wander up One Tree Hill for free.
Auckland Museum
Cultural performances, pieces of natural history and national and international exhibits - you could spend days at the Auckland Museum in the Domain. They run special holiday programmes for kids too. The museum accepts suggested donations of $5.
Kiwi Valley Farm Park
At Kiwi Valley in Henderson kids can hand-feed animals, go for tractor rides and walk farm trails. Horse and pony rides can be pre-booked.
Kids $15 Adults $13
Waiwera Thermal Hot Pools
Relax in the spa pools while the kids catch a movie in the thermal movie pool or play on the slides if its fine. Waiwera is offering up to 50 per cent off during June and July.
Kids: $10 Adults: $15 or Family Pass: $30
Fullers Cruise to Devonport
These holidays with kids ride free with any full-fare paying adult.
