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Historic Ruins & Heritage

Highwic House

📍 Highwic house, Auckland, New Zealand
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★★★★☆

Introduction

Highwic House is an 1862 Gothic Revival timber estate in Newmarket, Auckland, built by Scottish immigrant Alfred Buckland. Victorian furniture, wallpaper and children's toys survive inside; guided tours recreate mid-19th-century middle-class life, and the mature garden and lawns are lovely for a slow wander.

Highlights

1
Gothic estate
An 1862 timber mansion in fine condition.
2
Victorian interiors
Furniture, wallpapers and toys of the era.
3
Garden stroll
Mature trees and lawns in green calm.

🛈 Practical Info

LocationHighwic, Newmarket, Auckland, New Zealand
Time needed1–1.5 hours
AdmissionAdults about NZ$15

💡 Tips

Interiors are toured with guides — check times online.
The garden is free to enter.
About 15 minutes by bus from the CBD.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Highwic House?

Interiors are toured with guides — check times online. The garden is free to enter.

Information on this page is compiled from public sources. Opening hours, ticket prices and other details may change — please verify with official sources before your visit.