2023 - Auckland NZ - 4 - Ferry Building
First excursion in Auckland was a ferry ride to Devonport on the north shore of Waitemata Harbour.
The Edwardian Baroque ferry building is an Auckland landmark and recognised by Heritage New Zealand as a Category 1 historic place.
The ferry terminal is composed of two elements, this yellow building and the newer wharves and waiting area building (left side of this photo).
The Ferry Terminal was constructed over two and a half years and completed in 1912.
The building was designed by Alex Wiseman, and erected by Philcox and Sons. It's constructed of Pyrmont sandstone and brick with a base of Coromandel granite
The ferry building today houses restaurants shops and offices.
2023 - Auckland NZ - 4 - Ferry Building
First excursion in Auckland was a ferry ride to Devonport on the north shore of Waitemata Harbour.
The Edwardian Baroque ferry building is an Auckland landmark and recognised by Heritage New Zealand as a Category 1 historic place.
The ferry terminal is composed of two elements, this yellow building and the newer wharves and waiting area building (left side of this photo).
The Ferry Terminal was constructed over two and a half years and completed in 1912.
The building was designed by Alex Wiseman, and erected by Philcox and Sons. It's constructed of Pyrmont sandstone and brick with a base of Coromandel granite
The ferry building today houses restaurants shops and offices.