South Auckland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Rainbow\'s End showing rides as well as a large group of people
Rainbow\'s End which includes a water park and rides as well as a family
Butterfly Creek featuring zoo animals as well as a small group of people
Rainbow\'s End featuring rides and interior views
Rainbow\'s End which includes a park and rides

Where to stay in South Auckland

Butterfly Creek showing marine life

Auckland Airport

If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Treasure Island Adventure Golf are top sights worth seeing.

Auckland Airport
Rainbow\'s End which includes a pool, a water park and rides

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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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 Formula E Indoor Raceway or Villa Maria Auckland Winery.

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Mangere Bridge

Travellers like the parks in Mangere Bridge, and Ambury Regional Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Mangere Bridge
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Wiri

Visitors to Wiri like its theme parks and shopping, and Vector Wero Whitewater Park is a sight worth a stop.

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Māngere East

While Māngere East isn't home to many top sights, Papatoetoe Old Railway Station Building and Formula E Indoor Raceway are some notable places to visit nearby.

Māngere East
Novotel Auckland Airport

Novotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
35 Tom Pearce Dr, Auckland International Airport, Auckland
The price is NZ$305 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
NZ$305
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,904 reviews)
"New and clean all"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Novotel Auckland Airport
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport

JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
63 Westney Road, Auckland
The price is NZ$169 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$169
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,310 reviews)
"Shower pressure too low and need more attention for overall cleanliness."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
ibis budget Auckland Airport

ibis budget Auckland Airport

3 out of 5
2 Leonard Isitt Drive, Auckland
The price is NZ$139 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$139
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,550 reviews)
"Easy walk to international terminal. Very good service from staff who are helpful and a quiet, clean, modern room ."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

ibis budget Auckland Airport
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The Sebel Auckland Manukau

The Sebel Auckland Manukau

4.5 out of 5
16 Lakewood Court, Manukau, Auckland
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (474 reviews)
"I live on a farm to the noise was a factor however for seasoned city dwellers it was fully acceptable. I was super surprised at how clean modern and large the room was. Extra touches like coffee pods and tea selections very welcome. I found check in a little terse but maybe it was me? I would def ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

The Sebel Auckland Manukau
MCentral Apartments Manukau

MCentral Apartments Manukau

4 out of 5
17 Putney Way, Auckland
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Westfield Manukau ...
6.6/10 (748 reviews)
"I like the easy access and dont like the room cleanliness like sofa was dirty and toilet too..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

MCentral Apartments Manukau
Proximity Apartments Manukau Auckland Airport

Proximity Apartments Manukau Auckland Airport

4 out of 5
17 Amersham Way, Auckland
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,492 reviews)
"Close proximity to all, friendly staff, excellent rooms. Second time stayinf and wont be the last."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Proximity Apartments Manukau Auckland Airport
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Popular places to visit

Rainbow\'s End featuring rides

Rainbow's End

Get soaked on the log flume, take the plunge on the drop tower, or take the kids for a family day out. This theme park has something for everyone.

Rainbow's End
Butterfly Creek showing interior views and marine life

Butterfly Creek

See the exotic and native animals who call Butterfly Creek home during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Butterfly Creek
Ambury Regional Park

Ambury Regional Park

Explore the great outdoors at Ambury Regional Park, a lovely green space in Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Ambury Regional Park
Sky Tower showing a city, central business district and a high-rise building

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.

Sky Tower
Auckland Ferry Terminal which includes a marina and city views

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.

Auckland Ferry Terminal
Eden Park

Eden Park

Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Eden Park

Activities

Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland

Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland

NZ$291
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland

NZ$360
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

NZ$365
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
From Auckland : Waitomo Caves and Rotorua with Te Puia

From Auckland: Waitomo Caves and Rotorua with Te Puia

NZ$419
per adult
From Auckland: Waitomo Caves and Rotorua with Te Puia
Auckland Harbour Dinner Cruise

Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner

NZ$160
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
Incredible sunsets

Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket

NZ$53
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
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Cities near South Auckland

Sky Tower which includes a high-rise building, a city and city views

Auckland

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Ardmore

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Papakura

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Clevedon