Wattle Downs Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Wattle Downs
Stay near popular Wattle Downs attractions
Activities

Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket

SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets

From Auckland: Waiheke Island Return Fast Ferry Ticket

Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour

From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Our pick of the best Wattle Downs Hotel Deals

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

Radisson RED Auckland
"Great one night stay in Auckland CBD cheers"
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Grand Millennium Auckland
"Property was incredibly well kept and clean, as were the rooms upon entering. We loved how they had options to skip room cleaning and donate towards Kiwi birds instead. The gym and pool were your typical hotel ammenities but were kept in top condition. The elevators were very fast, check in/out was ..."
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
"Very clean"
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport

The Grand by SkyCity
Our guide on where to stay in Wattle Downs

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.

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

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.

Parnell
Visitors often come to Parnell for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Parnell Rose Gardens and Auckland War Memorial Museum. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at The Strand Station.

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.



















