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.
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.
Mount Eden
Pull on your walking boots and follow a trail that takes in a volcanic crater, a 19th-century prison and a quirky, creative village.
Activities
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Wētā Workshop Unleashed Tour - Auckland
Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras
Our pick of the best Hillsborough Hotel Deals
Solsen Flexi Stay & Motel
"Everything was amazing"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
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Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
"Guaranteed early checkin, room still not available even well after that check in time and far too long to sort it out."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
SkyCity Hotel
"This hotel has everything you need. Close to food and activities. Casino located inside. Rooms are spacious and clean."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
The Grand by SkyCity
"Great size room with an amazing view of sky Tower and the Harbour bridge. Nice decor and useful amenities like a coffee machine. Room was kept very clean ."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
"Awesome"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hillsborough
Epsom
Unique features of Epsom include the theatres and spas. Make a stop by Alexandra Park or Logan Campbell Centre 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.
