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.
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
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
From Auckland: Waitomo Caves and Rotorua with Te Puia
Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
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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.
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.
- Sky Tower
- Eden Park
- Auckland Ferry Terminal
- Spark Arena
- SkyCity Casino
- Princes Wharf
- University of Auckland
- Go Media Stadium
- Auckland Zoo
- Queen Street Shopping District
- Queens Wharf
- Rainbow's End
- Mount Eden
- Piha Beach
- Auckland City Hospital
- Sylvia Park Shopping Center
- Takapuna Beach
- Auckland War Memorial Museum
- Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre
- Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World
- Mudbrick Vineyard
- Auckland Domain
- North Shore Hospital
- New Zealand Maritime Museum
- Muriwai Beach
- Bruce Pulman Park
- Waitakere Ranges
- ASB Showgrounds
- Mercy Ascot Hospital
- Auckland Botanical Gardens
- Eventfinda Stadium