The North Island of New Zealand is the smaller of the two main islands and has both New Zealand's largest city—Auckland—and New Zealand's capital city—Wellington.

Highlights include geothermal Rotorua, the Bay of Islands, Lake Taupo and Te Papa Tongarewa Museum.

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North Island Heritage and History

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The Kauri Museum - Matakohe, Northland
Kauri Museum tells the fascinating story of pioneering settlers through the theme of kauri. Experience the awesome history of the mighty kauri, its beautiful timber and kauri gum. Located in Matakohe, en route to the giant kauri trees in the Waipoua Forest...(more)