Where else in the country can you head to the zoo, museum, pools, or even a light show - without spending a cent? It also perfectly frames the towering cone of Mt Taranaki in the background. Brooklands ZooBROOK SABIN Brooklands Zoo is surprisingly big for a free zoo, complete with three different types of monkeys. After 15 minutes of pain getting to the summit, you'll be greeted with views over the Sugar Loaf Islands, the city, and out towards Mt Taranaki. Other free activities:BROOK SABIN With Mt Taranaki looming over the landscape, it makes driving in the region very scenic.

Source: Stuff March 16, 2019 15:56 UTC