New Zealand
New Zealand leans further outdoors than most: 174 of the 225 places we cover are nature and walks.
15Destinations
29Family attractions
5Types of day out
Quick facts about New Zealand
Best time to visitJanuary – May
CurrencyNew Zealand dollar
LanguageMāori, English
Time zoneNZST (UTC+12)
PaymentCards almost everywhere
1Top family destinations in New Zealand
2Explore by region
3Things to do in New Zealand
Tours & tickets in New Zealand
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Travel essentials for New Zealand
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4Practical essentials
Dish to tryMaori Boil Up
CapitalWellington
Plug typesAS/NZS 3112
DrivingDrive on the left
Emergency number111
Calling code+64
Daylight9–15 hours of daylight
Population5,307,800
Daylight is the range from the shortest to the longest day. English level: EF English Proficiency Index.
5Plan your trip to New Zealand
Getting thereFlights, trains & driving
Where to stayFamily-friendly hotels
Getting aroundDrive on the left
Travel budgetCards almost everywhere
Packing listPlugs: AS/NZS 3112
Travel with kidsTips for a smooth trip
Safety & healthEmergency: 111
Useful infoCalling code +64
6New Zealand with kids – highlights
Why families love New Zealand
Auckland carries 33 of the places we cover, then Rotorua with 12, Wellington and Dunedin with 11 each. Aoraki / Mount Cook has 10 on its own, which tells you the shape of a trip here. Comfortable months run jan through may.
Read our top picks →Easy to travelCards almost everywhere
Food to tryMaori Boil Up
So much to see29 family attractions in 15 destinations
Memories that lastExperiences your kids will never forget
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