Cruising Auckland’s harbour is a spectacular way to see the city and its surroundings from a different perspective. Several different companies offer day, afternoon, dinner and overnight cruises for different prices: Island Escape Adventure Cruises +64 9 358 1717 www.islandescape.co.nz Fullers Auckland Harbour Cruises & Ferry Services Auckland Ferry Building +64 9 367 9111 www.fullers.co.nz 360 Discovery Pier 4, 139 Quay Street, Downtown Auckland +64 9 307 8005 www.fullers.co.nz

Moco Museum packs big-name modern and contemporary art into the 1904 Villa Alsberg, a townhouse steps from the Rijksmuseum. Since 2016, its intimate (if somewhat cramped) rooms have showcased Banksy, Basquiat and Kusama alongside rising stars, all sourced from private collections. The permanent Banksy exhibition shares space with rotating shows, while the gift shop peddles cheeky art merch. Expect queues for Yayoi Kusama’s infinity rooms or Warhol’s pop pieces; early mornings or late afternoons ease the squeeze. More accessible than scholarly, it’s ideal for art newcomers or those short on time.

The spectacular scenery of the Blue Mountains surrounds this historic town. Scenic and secluded, Katoomba offers you an opportunity to relax, unwind and recharge, and it's a great base from which to explore the rest of the World Heritage region. You can admire deep valleys, sandstone plateaus, waterfalls and native animals from the many walking trails and lookouts near Katoomba.