Auckland Harbour Bridge
Auckland Harbour Bridge
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Originally built in 1959, this long-standing bridge and city icon doubled its lanes from 4 to 8 and recently added pedestrian walkways as well as a special bridge-climbing adventure for most ages and abilities.
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  • Katie N
    New Braunfels, Texas207 contributions
    Awesome History Tour!
    It's funny because when I saw the bridge from afar in person, it didn't look that high, but when you are on it and see people bungee jumping from under it, you quickly change your mind. This is such a fantastic tour! You learn a lot of history about the building of the bridge, just how much the city relies on it (from it carrying the main water source, to transportation). You are in a suit that keeps you warm and dry (we were lucky to have the rain stop long enough for our tour). This is definitely something anyone can do (if you're afraid of heights, just be a little brave). The only thing I was not a fan of, were the pictures. I didn't think the pictures that were taken were very good. We didn't have the option to purchase the one we likes (you have to buy the package), so we did it for the memories. The free shuttle is definitely a plus- picked us up from the Sky Center and since we were the only ones going back, our driver was nice to divert to a pub we wanted to try (since it was raining again).
    Hi Katie, it's great to hear you loved the Auckland Bridge Climb! We're stoked you loved the experience of watching Bungy Jumps, learning the history of the Harbour Bridge and it's a bonus that the weather seemed to be in your favour! Thanks for leaving a review. Cheers!
    Written January 27, 2020
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited October 2019
    Written January 13, 2020
  • Sunil Sreekumaran
    Bengaluru, India30 contributions
    New Zealand Trip | Family vacation
    eight-lane motorway bridge over the Waitematā is very interesting. It joins St Marys Bay on the Auckland city side with Northcote on the North Shore side. It is part of State Highway 1 and the Auckland Northern Motorway. The bridge is operated by the NZ Transport Agency.
    Visited June 2021
    Written May 24, 2022
  • park-sleep
    Auckland Central, New Zealand42 contributions
    Prepare fpr delays
    Auckland Harbor Bridge has suffered substantial damage. The bridge is now only four lanes. Allow 4-5 hours may be more to cross. Check NZTA online for updates. Travel late at night or very very early in the morning. A large 22-meter steel beam was damaged by collision with a huge truck. The repair, the patch up may last till December 2020. From time to time the bridge might be completely closed.
    Visited September 2020
    Written September 19, 2020
  • sammyk_NZ
    Auckland Central, New Zealand169 contributions
    An Experience
    Our family went for a birthday outing. A lot of fun and a great afternoon out. Highly recommend doing this while you are in Auckland.
    Visited December 2014
    Traveled with friends
    Written November 26, 2015
  • Neil R
    Auckland Central, New Zealand134 contributions
    Its a bridge
    The Bridge Climb is probably worth it, and running or cycling over it during the Auckland Marathon and the Auckland 70.3 is recommeded. Otherwise, on a world scale it's nothing amazing.
    Visited May 2014
    Traveled on business
    Written May 27, 2014
  • Professional-Pilgrim
    Alberta, Canada1,399 contributions
    Not as impressive as the Sydney Harbour Bridge, but still worth seeing
    The thing I like most about this widened bridge is what the locals call the extra traffic lanes: "The Nippon Clip-on." Why? because it was a Japanese bridge-building company that showed how the bridge could be widened more cheaply than adding extra support piers.
    Visited February 2020
    Written April 24, 2020
  • anthony
    Scotland, United Kingdom1,641 contributions
    walk or drive over
    You can walk over the Bridge and enjoy magnificent views. If you want to walk over, choose a non windy/wet day if you can. The drive over is memorable but make sure the driver concentrates!!!
    Visited April 2016
    Traveled as a couple
    Written March 7, 2017
  • Samantha651
    Somerset, United Kingdom14 contributions
    Fantastic views
    I don't like heights but decided to challenge myself to climb Auckland Harbour Bridge rather than its big sister in Sydney. It was well worth it! I felt completely safe and although I was nervous the tour was very informative and the views distracted you from your nerves. I would highly recommend giving this tour a go even if you are not sure about heights. I am so pleased I did this and the photographs you can buy which are taken of you at the top of the bridge make great postcards to send home to family and friends.
    Visited August 2013
    Traveled solo
    Written March 28, 2014
  • Michael C
    Auckland, New Zealand31 contributions
    What to say about a bridge
    It's a bridge! You can pay to walk over/under it but so what. It's a bridge.
    Visited March 2012
    Traveled as a couple
    Written March 9, 2012
  • Wayne K
    San Diego, California191 contributions
    Incredilbe Sight
    We toured by the bridge and saw it from various angles. It is a sight to see. We did not go over the bridge, but was on a hop on hop off tour and it took us right by the bridge. Couldn't get a better view of the bridge.
    Visited March 2020
    Written April 15, 2020
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sammyk_NZ
Auckland Central, New Zealand169 contributions
Dec 2014 • Friends
Our family went for a birthday outing. A lot of fun and a great afternoon out. Highly recommend doing this while you are in Auckland.
Written November 26, 2015
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Neil R
Auckland Central, New Zealand134 contributions
May 2014 • Business
The Bridge Climb is probably worth it, and running or cycling over it during the Auckland Marathon and the Auckland 70.3 is recommeded. Otherwise, on a world scale it's nothing amazing.
Written May 27, 2014
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Professional-Pilgrim
Alberta, Canada1,399 contributions
Feb 2020
The thing I like most about this widened bridge is what the locals call the extra traffic lanes: "The Nippon Clip-on." Why? because it was a Japanese bridge-building company that showed how the bridge could be widened more cheaply than adding extra support piers.
Written April 24, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

anthony
Scotland, UK1,641 contributions
Apr 2016 • Couples
You can walk over the Bridge and enjoy magnificent views. If you want to walk over, choose a non windy/wet day if you can. The drive over is memorable but make sure the driver concentrates!!!
Written March 7, 2017
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Samantha651
Somerset, UK14 contributions
Aug 2013 • Solo
I don't like heights but decided to challenge myself to climb Auckland Harbour Bridge rather than its big sister in Sydney. It was well worth it! I felt completely safe and although I was nervous the tour was very informative and the views distracted you from your nerves. I would highly recommend giving this tour a go even if you are not sure about heights. I am so pleased I did this and the photographs you can buy which are taken of you at the top of the bridge make great postcards to send home to family and friends.
Written March 28, 2014
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Michael C
Auckland, New Zealand31 contributions
Mar 2012 • Couples
It's a bridge! You can pay to walk over/under it but so what. It's a bridge.
Written March 9, 2012
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Wayne K
San Diego, CA191 contributions
Mar 2020
We toured by the bridge and saw it from various angles. It is a sight to see. We did not go over the bridge, but was on a hop on hop off tour and it took us right by the bridge. Couldn't get a better view of the bridge.
Written April 15, 2020
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RENES
Bangkok, Thailand15 contributions
Dec 2018
Nice and busy harbour. Visited this place 8 years ago as part of our NZ trip which end up in Auckland whereby our family resides. This area never quiet, always busy..
Written November 18, 2019
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ZeebruggeExplorer
Sarasota, FL364 contributions
Oct 2019
we went over thehttps://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/photo-l/07/47/af/0b/auckland-harbour-bridge.jpg bridge in a bus.The views of the bridge and both sides of the bridge were fantastic.
Written October 31, 2019
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Ali-Henrik
Stratford upon Avon, United Kingdom127 contributions
Sep 2019 • Family
Pleasant walk in the sunshine round the Harbourside with great views of the harbour bridge .If you are fit you could do the harbour bridge climb walk which also has amazing views
Written October 7, 2019
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Hi there, the Auckland Bridge Climb does have amazing and very unique views since pedestrians are otherwise prohibited from the Bridge! However, no extraordinary level of fitness is required as your guide will accommodate everyone in the group and ensure every individual has a great time. Hope to see you soon up on the Bridge! Cheers!
Written October 13, 2019
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