The Gardens Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Auckland Botanical Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Auckland Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.
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.
Auckland Zoo
Just eight minutes from Auckland city centre white rhinos and a pride of lions roam. Wander safely and at your leisure amid tigers and elephants at Auckland Zoo.
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.
Activities
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Small-Group Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from Auckland with Lunch
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets
Auckland: Waiheke Island Fast Ferry Pass
3-Day Auckland to Wellington Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around The Gardens
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.
Papatoetoe
You'll enjoy the gardens and live music in Papatoetoe. You might want to make time for a stop at Papatoetoe Old Railway Station Building or Hunters Plaza.
Auckland Airport
If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Treasure Island Adventure Golf are top sights worth seeing.
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 Villa Maria Auckland Winery or Otuataua Stonefields.
Mount Wellington
Shopping, restaurants and lake views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Mount Wellington. Check out Sylvia Park Shopping Center or Flat Rock Reserve while you're exploring the area.
Ellerslie
Restaurants, shopping and spas highlight some of the notable features of Ellerslie. Make a stop by Ellerslie Racecourse while you're exploring.
- Places of interest
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- More holiday ideas
- Auckland Botanical Gardens
- Sky Tower
- Auckland Ferry Terminal
- Eden Park
- Auckland Zoo
- SkyCity Casino
- Queen Street Shopping District
- Princes Wharf
- Mt. Eden Domain
- University of Auckland
- Mt. Smart Stadium
- Rainbow's End
- Spark Arena
- Sylvia Park Shopping Center
- Auckland War Memorial Museum
- Auckland City Hospital
- Auckland Domain
- Takapuna Beach
- Queens Wharf
- Westfield St. Luke's Shopping Centre
- Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World
- North Shore Hospital
- Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre
- Ellerslie Racecourse
- New Zealand Maritime Museum
- Mercy Ascot Hospital
- Eventfinda Stadium
- Takapuna Golf Course and Driving Range
- Parnell Rose Gardens
- Half Moon Bay Marina
- Mudbrick Vineyard
- Onetangi Beach