Freemans Bay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Freemans Bay
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
Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Princes Wharf
During your trip to Auckland, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Princes Wharf. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
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.
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
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Wētā Workshop Unleashed Tour - Auckland
Auckland City Highlights Tour by Car or Van
Our pick of the best Freemans Bay Hotel Deals
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Gorgeous hotel, friendly staff, and a very pretty room. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
SkyCity Hotel
Comfortable, clean room and friendly staff. Great location for exploring the Viaduct and getting the ferry to Waiheke.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Pullman Auckland Airport
Classy with wonderful customer service
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Friendly staff, clean room, quiet, location
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
Staff were excellent. Great location for exploring the CBD.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
Lovely room and so convenient for the airport. Extremely quiet and very comfortable. Lovely breakfast too, except for very anaemic looking sausages. Hotel was very accommodating with storing our luggage upon check out until our flight later on in the day.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Freemans Bay
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Viaduct Harbour
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Viaduct Harbour. Check out New Zealand Maritime Museum or Princes Wharf while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Halsey Street Tram Stop to get around town.
Auckland Central Business District
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Auckland Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Queen Street Shopping District and High Street, and jump on the metro at Gaunt Street Tram Stop or Halsey Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
Parnell
Visitors often come to Parnell for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Parnell Rose Gardens and Auckland Museum. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at The Strand Station.
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
