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.
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.
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.
Queens Wharf
Explore the waterfront in Auckland with a trip to Queens Wharf. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
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
Wētā Workshop Unleashed - Tour
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Our pick of the best Hillsborough Hotel Deals
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Fantastic room size with full size bathtub. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. The onsite spa was amazing.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
SkyCity Hotel
Nice place,
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Novotel Auckland Airport
All good!
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
The Grand by SkyCity
Loved the many choices at breakfast. Bed was very comfortable. Very clean room.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Horizon by SkyCity
Spacious , modern, clean and comfortable rooms. Very friendly staff Great location and great value for money
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
The room was awesome and all the staff we came across were outstanding. They always are!! It’s what brings us back!
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
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.
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Grey Lynn
Restaurants, spas and shopping highlight some of the noteworthy features of Grey Lynn. Make a stop by Ponsonby Road or Grey Lynn Paddling Pool 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.
Hillsborough Travel Guide
- Sky Tower
- Auckland Ferry Terminal
- Eden Park
- Princes Wharf
- Spark Arena
- SkyCity Casino
- Queens Wharf
- Mount Eden
- Auckland Zoo
- University of Auckland
- Queen Street Shopping District
- Piha Beach
- Takapuna Beach
- Go Media Stadium
- Sylvia Park Shopping Center
- Auckland City Hospital
- Rainbow's End
- Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre
- Auckland Domain
- Mudbrick Vineyard
- Auckland War Memorial Museum
- Muriwai Beach
- Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World
- Matiatia Wharf Ferry Terminal
- Bruce Pulman Park
- Auckland Harbour Bridge
- North Shore Hospital
- Half Moon Bay Marina
- Palm Beach
- Waitakere Ranges
