奥克兰南
The culture-rich suburbs of 奥克兰南 contain some of the city's highest concentrations of Maori and Polynesian people, and encompasses the southern end of the Auckland isthmus, 从Otahuhu, 穿过曼吉尔, Papatoetoe and Manurewa, 去机场. 很棒的步道, rugged coastal landscapes, and a real earthy mix of communities, guarantees some great restaurants, 当地的艺术, and plenty of stories.
Mangere
On the north eastern shore of Manukau Harbour, Mangere is a region of great historical significance to the Maori, centred around Mangere Mountain, 神圣的山峰. Easily accessed via the road bridge that links the city-side with the town of Mangere Bridge, there's a very real sense of community here, despite the high number of motels and other visitor accommodation that takes advantage of Mangere's close proximity to 奥克兰机场.
Manukau
Colourful, busy and bright, Manukau is where you'll find the world's largest Polynesian urban community. Sitting to the east of Manukau Harbour (and it's resident stingrays...), this is where you can come and enjoy the country's largest street 市场, 在Otara, which springs to life every Saturday with stalls selling everything from fresh fruit and veg, to handcrafted clothing, 珠宝及礼品. You'll also find Westfield Manakau City nearby, too (one of the country's oldest malls), so even the more standard shopaholics will be satisfied.
Awhitu半岛
Stretching from Waiuku up to Awhitu, this peninsula washes the calm southwestern shores of Manukau Harbour and the wild eastern shore of the Tasman Sea. Horseriders love coming to Karioitahi Beach to gallop along the black-sanded surf, while mountain bikers can indulge in some truly breathtaking trails through Waiuku Forest and Awhitu Regional Park.
Those with a head for heights can scale the Manukau Heads Lighthouse, 看看哪里, in 1863, the HMS Orpheus ran aground on the treacherous sandbanks below. The road up through the peninsula is scattered with bright, 白色的建筑, set against a canvas of lush, 绿色的田野, so the area is a great favourite with photographers, but surprisingly still unknown to many resident Aucklanders. So, take advantage of the peace and quiet and explore some stunning coastal scenery along the cliff tops, or relax at the cellar door of one of the organic orchards in the region.