Enjoy a unique garden, art and walking experience at Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens!

Enjoy a unique garden, art and walking experience at Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens!

Highlights

  • Sculpture and Garden Trail
  • 40 sculptures by leading NZ artists
  • 3.5km of walking trails, including 2.5km forest trails
  • Suitable for all ages
  • Interactive art and activities for all ages

Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens are a unique and relaxed art and garden experience, taking a gentle stroll along the 1km garden & sculpture trail.

Located just 40 minutes from Central Auckland, this experience is suitable for all ages and perfect for a day out with family. Allow at least one hour to enjoy the gardens walk, and a further hour if you choose to walk the 2.5km of forest trails.

Entry and parking is at Kaipara Coast Plant Centre and Coffee Stop, with the area providing plenty of picnic spots and seating along the trails.

Adult $17.50
Child $7.50 (5-17 years old)
Senior $12.50 (65 years and over)
Family $57.50 (2x Adults & up to 3x Children)

Duration

  • Allow approximately 90 minutes for the whole experience

Location

  • 1481 Kaipara Coast Highway
  • Kaukapakapa 0984
  • New Zealand

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Entry from 9am, with last entry at 4pm. Open 7 days.

    Please note the trail is not suitable for wheelchairs, and no dogs are allowed in the gardens.

    Please Note: Family Pass is $52.50 if purchased separately, discounts are shown from this rate.

Available Bookings from4 Feb to 17 Feb 2026

All prices are shown inNZD ($)

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  • Senior$12.50
  • Family$30.00

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  • Family$30.00

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  • Child$7.50
  • Senior$12.50
  • Family$30.00

  • Adult$17.50
  • Child$7.50
  • Senior$12.50
  • Family$40.00

  • Adult$17.50
  • Child$7.50
  • Senior$12.50
  • Family$40.00

  • Adult$11.00
  • Child$7.50
  • Senior$12.50
  • Family$30.00

  • Adult$10.00
  • Child$7.50
  • Senior$12.50
  • Family$20.00
Amazing botanical walk Great country outing from Auckland Kaipara Sculpture Gardens: A+ Great fun for all ages Interest piqued at start of walk
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Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience, summarised with AI support

  • emergencyCustomers loved the variety of sculptures throughout the gardens (2 people said this).
  • emergencyMany praised the well-maintained tracks and pathways, making it easy to explore (2 people said this).
  • emergencyVisitors enjoyed the beautiful plants and natural surroundings, enhancing the experience (2 people said this).
  • emergencyFamilies found it to be a great place for a day out, with plenty to see and do (2 people said this).
  • emergencyThe garden centre was also highlighted as a nice addition to the visit (1 person said this).
  • star_shineConsider visiting in different seasons to see the changing nature and new sculptures.
    Bring a camera to capture the stunning art and scenery.

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Bobby from New Zealand wrote on 15 January 2026

wonderful for family

we had so much fun with the track and fun activities. kids enjoyed it as well.

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jade02 from New Zealand wrote on 11 January 2026

Amazing botanical walk

An amazing experience!

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aarong17 from New Zealand wrote on 03 January 2026

Wonderful

very nice place

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helenf7 from New Zealand wrote on 01 October 2025

Excellent

Loved the range of sculpture, the range of plants, well-kept tracks, the garden centre. Would go back again in different season to see the change in nature and the new sculptures.

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Derene Clement from New Zealand wrote on 02 December 2024

Lovely day

Had a wonderful day in the Sculpture Garden at Kaipara. Lovely place to take the family and wander through the lovely bush. Fabulous art works too

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10:00 a.m.Thursday 13 July

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Child 5-17 years old

Senior 65 years and over

Family 2x Adults & up to 3x Children

*This option must be made together with another price type.
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