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 waterfront 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 12 July to 13 July
NZ$153
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (360 reviews)
"The location was awesome, close to the beach and shops. Beautiful clean rooms that smelled lovely. Would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Carnmore Hotel Takapuna
The Spencer Suites By Castle

The Spencer Suites 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
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,003 reviews)
"A great value studio with a fabulous view, walking distance to the centre & free on road parking from 6pm to 8am"

Reviewed on 8 July 2026

The Spencer Suites 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$199 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$199
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,868 reviews)
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Reviewed on 10 July 2026

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

4.5 out of 5
80 Wellesley Street West Auckland Auckland
The price is NZ$172 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$172
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,072 reviews)
"Great location and super clean. Will definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 10 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 25 July to 26 July
NZ$310
25 July - 26 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,368 reviews)
"Great place to overnight if you’re flying out early."

Reviewed on 8 July 2026

Novotel Auckland Airport
Grand Millennium Auckland

Grand Millennium Auckland

5 out of 5
71 Mayoral Drive Auckland
The price is NZ$189 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$189
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,824 reviews)
"Great stay warm friendly helpful staff. The room was clean and nicely furnished."

Reviewed on 7 July 2026

Grand Millennium Auckland
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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 Sky Tower and Queen Street Shopping District, 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, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park 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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