Botany Downs Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Botany Downs
Popular places to visit
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.
Eden Park
You can take time to visit Eden Park during your travels to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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.
University of Auckland
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Auckland during your visit to Auckland. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
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
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
From Auckland: Waitomo Caves and Rotorua with Te Puia
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
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Other neighbourhoods around Botany Downs
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.
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.
Remuera
Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Remuera Village Shopping Centre and Ellerslie Racecourse.
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 JKs Driving Range.
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- Sky Tower
- Eden Park
- Auckland Ferry Terminal
- Spark Arena
- SkyCity Casino
- University of Auckland
- Princes Wharf
- Auckland Zoo
- Go Media Stadium
- Queens Wharf
- Queen Street Shopping District
- Rainbow's End
- Mt. Eden
- Auckland City Hospital
- Sylvia Park Shopping Center
- Takapuna Beach
- Auckland War Memorial Museum
- Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre
- Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World
- Onetangi Beach
- Mudbrick Vineyard
- Auckland Domain
- North Shore Hospital
- New Zealand Maritime Museum
- ASB Showgrounds
- Bruce Pulman Park
- Ellerslie Racecourse
- Butterfly Creek
- Half Moon Bay Marina
- Mercy Ascot Hospital
- Parnell Rose Gardens
- Auckland Harbour Bridge