Hillsborough Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Hillsborough
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.
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.
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.
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 Hillsborough Hotel Deals
Solsen Flexi Stay
Very clean and tidy. Nice staff. Only downside not near any foodie places.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Always perfect at Cordis.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
SkyCity Hotel
Great staff, amenities, clean room great people, always willing to help. Concierge was wonderful. Hold your bags if you come in early good location it’s a happening place so much things going on all the time.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Excellent service and a very nice hotel. The staff was great throughout our stay. I would especially like to mention Alex, the front desk agent who assisted us with check-in. He was very kind, friendly, and helpful, and offered us an upgraded room with more space. Ivan, who served us at the restaurant, ...
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
Best location
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Pullman Auckland Airport
Staff were great and very assistive
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hillsborough
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.
Mount Eden
Unique features of Mount Eden include the bars and shopping. Make a stop by Mount Eden or Eden Park 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.
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Remuera
Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Remuera Village Shopping Centre and Ellerslie Racecourse.
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
