Mount Eden
Mount Eden
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A trip up the highest volcanic peak in mainland Auckland offers striking views of the downtown area and harbor.
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- NattyBangkok, Thailand29 contributions360 degree viewsI have been there last year when I came to study English, it was amazing for me. You have to walk carefully to the summit. You can see the great view overall Auckland. I spent time on the top with my friends, we walk around to take a photo.If you been there around 6pm, you will see the sunset and night city view around Auckland.Visited October 2019Traveled with friendsWritten September 23, 2020
- Katie NNew Braunfels, Texas207 contributionsDO NOT MISS THISThis is a MUST DO while in Auckland. It isn't walkable from the Sky Tower area (my husband and I were going to but took an Uber instead). Our Uber driver said it would've been over 1 hour of hills one-way. Once you get to the top of this old crater, you have the BEST 360-view of Auckland. Even though it is windy, it is so darn peaceful. I could've stayed up there all day. It was fun to just observe the city, and different buildings and house, see the other craters throughout the city and happy dogs frolic with their owners. You will not regret this!Visited October 2019Written January 10, 2020
- Jeffry bEssendon, Australia13,196 contributionsTallest summit in AucklandIn Australia, Mount Eden is known as one of the greatest pacing horses of all time. Seeing Mount Eden race was inspirational. Not until we arrived in New Zealand did we find that Mount Eden is the tallest natural point on the Auckland Isthmus. It's not actually a mountain, it's a dormant volcano. From the summit, you can look out over Auckland, which is a mere 4 kms (2 1/2 miles) away. It has an award-winning garden on the side but there's nothin much to do on top except take in the view.. It's a bit of a climb to the top, but you can drive most of the way.Visited December 2019Written April 5, 2020
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Elliott Y
Aspen, CO130 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
The quick but rather steep walk (20min) up to the crater is 3/5 worth it. Does offer pretty views of auckland downtown and interesting look into a grassy crater. Should consider stopping by if in auckland but do not plan trips around it.
Written February 3, 2020
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walkersVancouver
Vancouver61 contributions
Feb 2020
A nice hike up to the top, where the views are spectacular. It was a very windy day, so really bracing. They’re have closed some trails as they are building boardwalks, that will make the hike easier for more people. Had the best fruity ice cream on the way down.
Written February 12, 2020
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Scott Marks
Auckland Central, New Zealand361 contributions
Feb 2020
Stunning views of the city and harbour. It's a nice walk up the summit road now that cars have been banned. Construction works starting Nov 2019 on the summit track will mean it's closed for about 8 months.
There's toilets about half-way up toward the summit if you follow the road on the eastern side. Otherwise the only toilets are at the road entrance to Mt Eden off Mt Eden Road, or at the playground on the northern side next to Normanby road.
There's toilets about half-way up toward the summit if you follow the road on the eastern side. Otherwise the only toilets are at the road entrance to Mt Eden off Mt Eden Road, or at the playground on the northern side next to Normanby road.
Written May 25, 2020
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Silocaina
Auckland Central, New Zealand4 contributions
Dec 2019
Our Friends came in a cruise ship, we have only hours to get to show the best of Auckland.
We took them to Mt. Eden because it's a perfect sightseeing of Auckland. Sky City, Rangitoto, Cornwell Park, Edens Park and more standing in an inactive volcano covered in a very bright grass. Very Impressive.
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Nuestros amigos llegaron a Auckland en un crucero. Solo tenían horas para ver lo mejor de Auckland.
Nosotros le llevamos a Mt. Eden para que vieran lo mas representativo de la ciudad y tuvieran la experiencia de estar en un volcano inactivo en Nueva Zelanda.
We took them to Mt. Eden because it's a perfect sightseeing of Auckland. Sky City, Rangitoto, Cornwell Park, Edens Park and more standing in an inactive volcano covered in a very bright grass. Very Impressive.
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Nuestros amigos llegaron a Auckland en un crucero. Solo tenían horas para ver lo mejor de Auckland.
Nosotros le llevamos a Mt. Eden para que vieran lo mas representativo de la ciudad y tuvieran la experiencia de estar en un volcano inactivo en Nueva Zelanda.
Written January 7, 2020
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Jenny J
Perth, Australia864 contributions
Nov 2022
Unfortunately, it was not a good weather day the only day we had to visit so the views were not like the pictures of others. On a good day it would be fantastic. It was still worth going as seeing the crater was interesting but if it is a bad day, try and rearrange your schedule to go on a better day. You could also not get to the topo the day we were there as it was fenced off with works being done (looks like they are going to make another boardwalk).
Written January 3, 2023
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betty l
Brampton, Canada10,580 contributions
Jul 2019
During my short visit to Auckland, my nieces brought me to this place which was accessible from the city. The drive up to Mt Eden was quite short and the viewing area on top of the mountain was not really that big. But this place would give you the best view of the city of Auckland. We were even surprised to see a rainbow when we were there.
Written June 3, 2020
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marlymar32
Laurel, MD102 contributions
Dec 2019 • Solo
Good place to see the sunrise or sunset. In the morning many people go for bike ride or run to the top of mount eden. If you want to get panaromic view of the Auckland city this is the place to go.
Written April 19, 2020
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Rabita S.
100 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
The climb from the parking area is not too long. There's a natural crater at the top which was interesting. The peak has a wide view of the city laid out underneath. If you haven't been to other mountain peaks with better views in New Zealand, this will be quite enjoyable. However, I wouldn't say it's a must see really.
Written January 11, 2020
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,196 contributions
Nov 2020
Mount Eden is an extinct volcano. It is the highest point on the isthmus, overlooking Auckland; you get a spectacular view, it is only 4 kms south of Auckland's CBD. Pacing enthusiasts may recall a champion horse named Mount Eden.
Written November 30, 2020
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AlexandBeth
Lymm, UK217 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
We visited on a particularly hot day, took the bus then found it difficult to find the access road to the summit. There is a distinct lack of directional information.
However we did eventually find the route up to the summit and the views are indeed exceptional.
It would have been nice to have some more historical information before the climb.
Saying that once we managed to find the way up, a remarkable experience!
However we did eventually find the route up to the summit and the views are indeed exceptional.
It would have been nice to have some more historical information before the climb.
Saying that once we managed to find the way up, a remarkable experience!
Written January 27, 2020
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579gari
Singapore, Singapore2 contributions
Hi, we are planning to go to Mt Eden summit with kids 1 yo. We want to take the shortest possible walk. So what would be the nearest car park where we can start?
WilsonH
4 contributions
There's a number you could call to get a temp access code (to lower security column bars) to drive to the top. Our tour guide did that since a few people in my tour group unable to walk uphill.
Kai Yuan
London, UK1 contribution
Hi, heard that you need a 10 minutes walk to Mt. Eden, and it is quite dangerous after the sunset? so just wondering what is the best way if I wish to go up and see the sunset?
Julie H
Chesterfield, UK35 contributions
Hi, i think it depends on your level of fitness and if you are walking from the road all the way up or from the small car park. A small torch or torch from your mobile is enough to get you up and down safely. We never had any issues regarding safety and we walked up at various times during the day and night. Have a fantastic time the views are amazing.
seriboon
Bangkok, Thailand
Have there paking at this area?
Platinumshadow
Bangkok, Thailand4,004 contributions
Yes, they have some parking spot in this area
Zarirah
Putrajaya, Malaysia14 contributions
Hye, im Zarirah from Malaysia. Is the hike up to Mt Eden suitable for a 8 and 5yo? Plus we gonna babywear our 15months old baby. Is it recommended for us to go here?
Vlad L
Gili Trawangan, Indonesia57 contributions
Hi. Yep absolutely. It's concreted footpath all the way up. So if you go slow, weather is nice and you are wearing comfortable gear - you will be good as gold!
Good luck!;)
Amanda0223
Teriang, Malaysia3 contributions
我想请问下怀孕6个月的话能爬吗?
PomeloChubby
Greater Manchester, UK93 contributions
這要看妳懷孕前本身的運動習慣耶!說真的這山說高不高但說矮也不矮,是蠻好走的路但坡度挺高的,覺得孕婦媽咪還是要看自己身體狀況調整運動強度喔!祝媽咪跟寶寶都順利健康🤗🤗
TheRoastTurkey
Wellington, New Zealand52 contributions
How long does it take to walk up to the top?
Lucie R
24 contributions
depend if you are a gook walker but i think about 15 - 20 min
gunners182
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia8 contributions
Hi. I've read comments - some said that it's very challenging walk up to the peak and some describe like it's just a leisure walk.Would it possible to go up to the peak with baby stroller? I will be travelling with 2 yo toddler.
Toyota Hunter
Hamilton, New Zealand18 contributions
Walk is easy if you stick onto the roads.
2-4travelfun
Placentia, CA5 contributions
Is Cornwall park near Mnt. Eden and if it is can you walk through the park and up to the summit? Also can you get a bus to the area?
PKBeach
Auckland, New Zealand34 contributions
Be aware that Mt Eden is not part of Cornwall Park. Cornwall Park surrounds its own volcanic cone called One Tree Hill (this is THE One Tree Hill of the famous U2 song). It has an excellent view just like Mt Eden.
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- Hotels near Mount Eden:
- (0.32 mi) Oaklands Lodge Backpacker Hostel
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- Restaurants near Mount Eden:
- (0.35 mi) XOONG
- (0.33 mi) Rad Cafe
- (0.34 mi) Pasta & Cuore
- (0.33 mi) Wu and You
- (0.81 mi) Sid at The French Cafe
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