Auckland Airport Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Butterfly Creek
See the exotic and native animals who call Butterfly Creek home during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Sky Tower
Ascend the tallest man-made structure in New Zealand for stunning views over Auckland. Dine in the rotating restaurant or take a dive from a height of 194 metres.
Auckland Ferry Terminal
Combining historic architecture with modern facilities, Auckland’s harbourside transport terminal is the place to embark on an adventure or simply sit with a coffee and watch the world go by.
Eden Park
Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
SkyCity Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Casino during your time in Auckland? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Auckland Zoo
Just eight minutes from Auckland city centre white rhinos and a pride of lions roam. Wander safely and at your leisure amid tigers and elephants at Auckland Zoo.
Activities
Private Luxury Car: Auckland Airport (AKL) to Princes Wharf
Private Minibus - Auckland Airport (AKL) to Princes Wharf
Auckland Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)
Private Sedan - Auckland Airport (AKL) to Princes Wharf
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets
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Other neighbourhoods around Auckland Airport
Mangere
Mangere is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Villa Maria Auckland Winery or Otuataua Stonefields.
Papatoetoe
You'll enjoy the gardens and live music in Papatoetoe. You might want to make time for a stop at Papatoetoe Old Railway Station Building or Hunters Plaza.
Manukau
Manukau is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre and Rainbow's End while in the area.
Mount Wellington
Shopping, restaurants and lake views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Mount Wellington. Check out Sylvia Park Shopping Center or Flat Rock Reserve while you're exploring the area.
Ellerslie
Restaurants, shopping and spas highlight some of the notable features of Ellerslie. Make a stop by Ellerslie Racecourse while you're exploring.
Epsom
Unique features of Epsom include the theatres and spas. Make a stop by Alexandra Park or ASB Showgrounds while you're exploring the area.
- Butterfly Creek
- Treasure Island Adventure Golf
- Aviation Country Club
- Sky Tower
- Auckland Ferry Terminal
- Eden Park
- SkyCity Casino
- Princes Wharf
- Queen Street Shopping District
- Auckland Zoo
- Mt. Smart Stadium
- University of Auckland
- Rainbow's End
- Mt. Eden Domain
- Sylvia Park Shopping Center
- Spark Arena
- Auckland City Hospital
- Auckland War Memorial Museum
- Piha Beach
- Queens Wharf
- Auckland Domain
- Takapuna Beach
- Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre
- North Shore Hospital
- Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World
- Ellerslie Racecourse
- Westfield St. Luke's Shopping Centre
- ASB Showgrounds
- Mercy Ascot Hospital
- New Zealand Maritime Museum
- Eventfinda Stadium
- Parnell Rose Gardens