Silo park is situated in the wynyard quarter an area of exciting revitalisation in the heart of auckland s waterfront. Like our page to stay in touch with new friends at lsi and share your photos with us. Really pushing the envelope of the gopro4 under not so desirable lighting conditions. All rights belong to the music artist walk off the earth, htt. These silos were once used as giant containers to store cement being close to the water and the nowdefunct rail line allowed for easy transport. The western reclamation was progressively constructed by the auckland harbour. Auckland central city library, auckland cbd, new zealand.
Home to the world famous in nz silo bar, delicious food trucks, local djs and auckland s favourite outdoor cinema. The 10 closest hotels to silo park, auckland central. Harry potter is an ordinary 11yearold boy who learns that he. Embrace your inner child and play in the water feature. Jellicoe street, north wharf promenade and silo park.
Silo park offers striking views across to westhaven marina and the auckland harbour bridge or climb the gantry for views back to the city. This is a fantastic way to get the kids outside and enjoy fabulous live music. Silo park is a repurposed facility, formerly used to store cement, and now enjoyed as. I thought auckland could do with something similar, a book that might appeal to visitors and locals who have a few spare hours to walk around the inner city and find out about its history.
Now named silo park, the area incorporates the disused 35m high golden bay cement silo 7 and the nearby six pack silo cluster. Restaurants near silo park, auckland central on tripadvisor. The auckland fish market on nearby jellicoe st is another free eyeopener with all manner of. With an urban fit out and killer views of aucklands waterfront, silo parks modern park is one that is a must visit for anyone in auckland. Silo park is undoubtedly a community of good times, and set to return for its seventh summer season. The silo park bar will be serving up delicious christmas cheer and our mate. Theres an epic playground, including some water features to keep the kids happy for hours. Silo park season 5 to celebrate people, stories of auckland. As the largest city in new zealand, auckland is packed full of family attractions, museums and galleries, while over 50 volcanoes offer superb walking trails. Home to the world famous in nz silo bar, delicious food trucks, local djs and aucklands favourite outdoor cinema.
Situated at the bottom of wynyard quarter, silo park catches all the. Soak in the scents and vibe while chowing down on some of aucklands best street food. Silo park is situated in wynyard quarter on auckland s waterfront, is not just a great park its also host to amazing events and exhibitions. Your much loved urban playground, silo park, is back and starting the season with 4 joyous days of christmas festivities. Silo park is one big happening space featuring play areas, public art, basketball and a whole heap of people watching too. The human history of the auckland tamaki makaurau metropolitan area stretches from early maori settlers in the 14th century to the first european explorers in the late 18th century, over a short stretch as the official capital of europeansettled new zealand in the middle of the 19th century to its current position as the fastestgrowing and commercially dominating metropolis of the country. The name says it all, silo park, situated between jellicoe and beaumont streets has been established around the 35 metre golden bay cement silo and silo 6 in recognition of the areas industrial heritage.
Silo park is named for the silos that youll see on site. First, heres the news that michael van gessel, the dutch landscape architect, took his time and a fair bit of teasing indirection to get out last friday night in barcelona. Reserve your spot today and pay when youre ready for thousands of tours on viator. Auckland park is home to a number of academic institutions including the university of johannesburg and private schools such as the auckland park academy of excellence, auckland park nursery school and auckland park preparatory school. Silo park is situated in wynyard quarter on aucklands waterfront, is not just a great park its also host to amazing events and exhibitions. Neary 20 years since its release yes really its been that long. The cluster of six silos is silo 6 and the tall, solo silo is silo 7 standing at 35m tall. With over 50 islands to explore, worldclass surfing and a warm climate, its often voted as one of the best cities to live in the world. The park hosts a variety of cultural shows, entertainment and workshops that add to its appeal and is a great way to see what is trending in auckland. The silo park is one of the most bustling public places in aukcland. Download the guide for your walk and discover a part of our military history. Book your tickets online for silo park, auckland central.
Silo park in wynyard quarter has a great playground to take the kids, or just wander the waterfront and enjoy being near the boats and harbour. Silo park offers striking views across to westhaven marina and the auckland harbour bridge. The jungle book director jon favreau helms this cganimated. Back to the where the story all started, with a wee harry potter shut up in the. First draft showcasing the techical abilities of our uav alongside advanced production techniques. Explore the shires hobbit holes and get a drink at the green dragon inn on a hobbiton movie set toura favorite for lord of the rings fansand then listen to maori legends on a boat ride through the mesmerizing waitomo glowworm caves. Silo park is also a welcome attraction, with great public spaces, restaurants and bars, your guide will inform you on where to go for lunch, dinner or beyond. Parks arent limited to greenery and wooden benches and silo park proves this ohso well. The decision heralding a fresh chapter in the 15year history of the event, which traditionally orbits aotea square among other central city locations. It is west of viaduct harbor and north of victoria park. Auckland is aotearoas most culturally diverse city, home to people of many cultures and walks of life. Located in wynyard quarter on the corner of beaumont and jellicoe street is auckland s latest waterfront attraction silo park. First man, our second to last silo cinema for the season is this friday down on the.
Visit two of new zealands top attractions on a combo trip from auckland. Apart from the green space, the park has a cinema and weekly markets that are the highlight of the place. The lsi auckland campus is situated right in the centre of auckland, close to cafes and restaurants and just a ten minute walk away from bus links. Christmas at silo park will launch the new summer season from thursday the 21st until christmas eve, with a peoples choice movie, games, entertainment, and a pinata party, which will be. Join us for the first installment in this magical book turnedmovie series. Situated between two harbours theres plenty of water based activities on offer. Silo park auckland central 2020 all you need to know before. Grab your wizard and muggle mates to join us at silo park and enjoy our waterfront setup. Keep up with current events in the heart of the city. The winner of the 2014 rosa barba international landscape prize is the north wharf promenade and silo park on the waterfront of auckland, new zealand. This video is about the outdoor cinema at silo park.
Silo park is located in the wynyard quarter of auckland on the corner of jellicoe and beaumont streets. Silo park, corner of beaumont and jellicoe street, auckland. The wynyard quarter is a reclaimed piece of land on the waitemata harbour at the western. Silo park is founded in an unlikely spot a plot of land by the waterfront that used to be where cement was stored while the city was being developed. Lsi auckland, level 1, 1012 scotia place, auckland 2020. Nestled at the bottom of wynyard quarter, under the silos with a perfect view of the auckland harbour, silo park returns for a summer of good times between 21 december and 31 march. Along with live music, rock n roll and swing dance lessons, and much more. The local government act 2002 changed this, and regional parks began to appear in other parts of the country. Three distinct places have been developed within the site, jellicoe street, north wharf and silo park.
Check out the best tours and activities to experience silo park. Farewell to auckland s historic tanks a longstanding fixture of auckland s waterfront is about to disappear. The western reclamation was progressively constructed by ports of aucklands predecessor, the auckland harbour board, with the last component of the. I thought auckland could do with something similar, a book that might appeal to visitors and locals who have a few spare hours to walk around the inner city and find out about its history and. Set to dazzle and delight, with unique offerings including pinup, rockabilly and vintage fashion and accessories. The name says it all, silo park, in wynyard quarter has been established around the 35 metre golden bay cement silo and sixpack in recognition of the areas industrial heritage.
The deutsche internationale schule johannesburg is in auckland park. The vintage market, curated by glory days, returns to silo park for the third year. Dont miss out on great deals for things to do on your trip to auckland. These silos were once used as giant containers to store cement being close to the water and. North wharf promenade and silo park landscape architecture. Explore our galleries, enjoy awesome entertainment, live music as well as winter themed drinks and food at after hours at the museum. Regional parks were established, often in areas that had some history of public recreational use.
Sep 25, 2011 within the wynyard quarter, two silo features have been retained in recognition of the areas importance as part of the industrial heritage of auckland. Our 1930s apothecary will also be on hand to cure your winter wellness woes. Auckland councils music in parks each year, the auckland council organizes free outdoor concerts in various city parks. New zealands first steelband festival to be held at auckland s silo park. All year round, youll find silo park rockingwith food trucks, markets and street performers, its one of the best free things to do in auckland. Location, how easy it is to view the tv screens, atmosphere, food, beers on tap, all need to be factored into the decision making process. Until 2002, only the auckland and wellington regional councils were authorised to own and manage regional parks. Winner rosa barba award north wharf, jellicoe street and silo park. Wynyard quarter is to the west of viaduct harbour and the cbd as a whole. Morning, smallgroup electric bike tour of auckland. This video above highlights the unique features of the park. Every movie youll want to see at this years lineup for silo. Feb 16, 2015 this video is about the outdoor cinema at silo park. Live performances typically take place on sundays at 3 p.
Te pou korero will have a physical presence around auckland at a range of matariki festival events, with the stories forming part of an immersive audio installation, played inside silo 6 at auckland s silo park during the final weekend of the matariki festival 20, from july 20th21st. Whether you want to relax in the sun or shade, watch a movie, meet up with friends for a drink or two, enjoy a waterfront location where everyone is welcome, silo park has you sussed. Silo cinema and night markets every friday and silo live music sessions every second saturday over summer. May 24, 2018 auckland central city library, auckland cbd, new zealand we often visit auckland central city library, which is located in auckland cbd. The 10 best restaurants near silo park, auckland central. Finding the right bar to enjoy a big sports game needs to be carefully considered. Silo park comes alive for matariki festival auckland. Silo park auckland central all you need to know before. Silo park season 5 set to celebrate the people and stories of auckland. Auckland, often referred to as the city of sails, is the largest metropolitan city in new zealand. Auckland s leading producer of contemporary theatre.
Auckland s city council is committed to delivering a vibrant city, with silo park being one of many music and arts hubs. Get silo park, auckland, new zealand setlists view them, share them, discuss them with other silo park, auckland, new zealand fans for free on. Head along from friday december 20 to monday december 23 for some festive fun, with djs, food trucks, entertainment, games, and even carols for a singalong. Silo park auckland central 2020 all you need to know. New zealands first steelband festival to be held at auckland. Our guide features a huge choice of things to do in auckland. With an urban fit out and killer views of auckland s waterfront, silo park s modern park is one that is a must visit for anyone in auckland. Steelbands head to auckland s silo park for the countrys first ever steelband festival. Hotels near silo park, auckland central on tripadvisor.
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