Get some fresh air! 6 accessible outdoor attractions
Find out about six accessible outdoor attractions across New Zealand.
August 16th, 2022
For a full list, take a look at our Accessible Places Directory
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1. Auckland Zoo
Home to over 1,400 animals, this is a must visit venue for those who love getting up close and personal with nature!
Accessible features:
Accessible walkways
Accessible toilets
Mobility parking
Wheelchair access
Sensory features
Spacious areas
Mobility scooter hire
Wheelchair hire
Assistance and mobility dogs allowed
Auckland Zoo in the Accessible Places directory
2. Hamilton Gardens
The Hamilton Gardens explore the history, context, and meaning of gardens. Each tells a story and offers an insight into a different civilisation. The venue features an array of accessibility features including mobility scooter hire and a Changing Places accessible bathroom.
Accessible features:
Accessible walkways
Accessible toilets
Changing Places bathroom
Accessible eating areas
Mobility parking
Wheelchair access
Mobility scooter hire
Assistance and mobility dogs allowed
Hamilton Gardens in the Accessible Places directory
3. Wellington Botanic Gardens
25 hectares of beautiful garden and 150 years of history, the Wellington Botanic Gardens have been recognised as a Garden of National Significance by the Royal New Zealand Institute of Horticulture, as well as an important Heritage Area by Historic Places Trust.
Accessible features:
Accessible walkways
Accessible toilets
Accessible eating areas
Mobility parking
Spacious areas
Assistance and mobility dogs allowed
Wellington Botanic Gardens in the Accessible Places directory
4. Waihi Beach
Visit Waihi Beach and take advantage of two beach wheelchairs that are available to use for free. The wheelchairs have been donated to the community and are stored at Waihi Beach Top 10 Holiday Resort.
Accessible features:
Beach or aquatic wheelchairs
Waihi Beach in the Accessible Places directory
5. Punakaiki - Pancake Rocks and Blowholes
Explore a limestone landscape of pancake-shaped rock formations, blowholes and surge pools on this short, paved walk that's great for children.
Accessible features:
Accessible walkways
Wheelchair access
Punakaiki in the Accessible Place directory
6. Victoria Esplanade
Palmerston North’s premier park with bush walks, rose gardens, miniature railway, paddling pool, aviary, café, and the Wildbase Recovery centre.
Accessible features:
Accessible walkways
Accessible toilets
Mobility parking
Wheelchair access
Spacious areas
Assistance and mobility dogs allowed
Victoria Esplanade in the Accessible Places directory