Step inside a world of theatrical and architectural wonder and discover the secrets of The Civic! Warm with nostalgia, The Civic Tours take visitors on a journey that spans almost one hundred years, from the venue’s inception in the late 1920s and heyday in the 1930s and 40s, bustling with showgirls, cabaret acts, and celebrities, through to the 1990s where the venue’s future lay in the balance before its glorious restoration to the iconic venue that breathes life into the heart of Auckland today.
Join our entertaining and knowledgeable tour guides as they take you on a journey through the last remaining 'atmospheric' theatre in the southern hemisphere, capture unique photographs and uncover the incredible history that brings this amazing venue to life.
On The Civic Tour, you will climb 300 steps as you move through foyers and spaces where the guide will share rich stories with the group.
Please meet in the front foyer of The Civic – 15 minutes before the tour. Due to the limited capacity of 18 people per tour, all patrons must have a ticket. This small group size means you have plenty of time to ask your guide questions, take photographs and get the best views. Please note that a good level of mobility is required for this tour.
