Takapuna Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a distant hill with trees.
A beach with several kayaks lined up on the shore, a distant mountain, and a clear blue sky.
A beach with clear turquoise water, people walking along the shore, and a distant pier with boats.
A beach with a grassy area, picnic tables, and a view of the ocean and a distant mountain.

Stay near popular Takapuna attractions

Smales Farm

8.4/10 (11 reviews)
During your visit to Auckland, you can do some window-shopping at Smales Farm. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket

Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket

NZ$53
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets

SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets

NZ$39
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner

Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner

NZ$170
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
Picture 6 for Activity Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

NZ$70
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
1-Day Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Options

Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras

NZ$449
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras
2025 Award Winning: Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour

2025 Award Winning: Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour

NZ$230
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
2025 Award Winning: Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour
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Our pick of the best Takapuna Hotel Deals

Carnmore Hotel Takapuna

Carnmore Hotel Takapuna

3 out of 5
2 Rewiti Avenue Auckland
The price is NZ$153 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$153
per night
6 July - 7 July
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (358 reviews)
"Great location and easy parking. Helpful reception staff. Nice comfortable room with large bathroom."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Carnmore Hotel Takapuna
The Spencer Hotel by Castle

The Spencer Hotel by Castle

4 out of 5
9-17 Byron Avenue Auckland
The price is NZ$154 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$154
per night
19 July - 20 July
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Auckland. Enjoy a fitness centre, parking (surcharge) and a business centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Very pleasant surprise for a very good price. Lovely hotel with all that you need. Our view from the 13th floor was amazing. Great gym for workouts. Unfortunately the pool and spa were out of action, so can't rate on that. Also has a tennis court. Paid for parking, but very convenient. With both ..."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

The Spencer Hotel by Castle
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

5 out of 5
83 Symonds Street, Box 2771 Auckland
The price is NZ$196 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$196
per night
29 July - 30 July
Stay at this spa hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,862 reviews)
"Clean tidy room, great view of the sky tower. Staff were friendly"

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Horizon by SkyCity

Horizon by SkyCity

5 out of 5
85-93 Hobson Street, Auckland Auckland
The price is NZ$218 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$218
per night
12 July - 13 July
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions SkyCity Casino and Sky Tower are ...
Horizon by SkyCity
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

4.5 out of 5
80 Wellesley Street West Auckland Auckland
The price is NZ$169 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$169
per night
12 July - 13 July
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions SkyCity Casino and Sky Tower are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,065 reviews)
"The hotel should advise that the car park is an extra payment and the cost of it? It was not great to see the bill at the checkout."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Novotel Auckland Airport

Novotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
35 Tom Pearce Dr Auckland
The price is NZ$310 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$310
per night
12 July - 13 July
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,363 reviews)
"Tidy room"

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Novotel Auckland Airport
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Our guide on where to stay in Takapuna

Find the best Takapuna areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Takapuna
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A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings, a historic building, and a waterfront with boats.

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.

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Auckland Airport

If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Auckland Airport Sculpture Park and Butterfly Creek are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

A roller coaster with a loop and a Ferris wheel in the background.

Manukau

Manukau is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre and Rainbow's End while in the area.

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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.

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