Highwic is a self-guided experience. On arrival our team will introduce the house and family before leaving you to explore the property independently.

Guided Highwic House Tours take place on the last Thursday of each month (bookings required).

Group tours are available by prior arrangement. Please contact Highwic for more information, or to make a booking.

What you’ll see
• Explore the house and delve into Auckland life in the late 19th century.
• Learn more about businessman Alfred Buckland, his two wives and their 21 children.
• See a rare local example of Carpenter Gothic architecture.
• Explore the collection of Victorian children's toys, decorative arts, furniture and paintings.
• Buy a gift in the Highwic shop.
• Explore the art trail and learn more about Auckland’s history and landscape.

Grounds
• Wander through the delightful orchard garden and explore the heritage grounds.
• Bring a picnic to enjoy on the croquet lawn.

Events
• A range of regular and special events are held at Highwic, see What's On for details.
• Sample baking from our coal range on the first Wednesday of the month.

For children
• Explore the property with the House Hunts available from the front desk.
• See What's On for information about school holiday programmes.

School visits
• Highwic offers a range of education programmes that align with the NZ History curriculum.
• Schools are welcome to visit for self-guided tours (please book in advance).
• Contact Highwic for more information or to make a booking.

Venue hire
Highwic is available for weddings, film and photo shoots, celebrations of life, meetings, and other private functions. Contact Highwic for more information.

Volunteering
We have a wonderful group of volunteers who work at Highwic on a range of activities such as object conservation, hosting visitors, working in the garden, helping at events, and baking on our coal range once a month. If you are interested in knowing more, please contact us.