Auckland Airport Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Auckland Airport
Popular places to visit
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.
Sky Tower
Gaze at the view across Auckland from the top of New Zealand’s tallest tower while dining in a rotating restaurant, or take a dive in a cable-controlled jump.
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 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.
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.
Auckland Zoo
The pygmy marmoset and the massive white rhino are among the rare wildlife you’ll find here, along with species from across New Zealand and beyond.
Activities
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
From Auckland: Waiheke Island Return Fast Ferry Ticket
Auckland Highlights 4 Hrs city Tour
Our pick of the best Auckland Airport Hotel Deals
Pullman Auckland Airport
Nice and clean room. Close to early morning check in at international airport.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
I had a nice stay
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
ibis budget Auckland Airport
We booked a room with twin beds and were placed in a family room with a double and a bunk bed. The room was tiny. I cannot imagin how a familiy of four including luggage will manage. The bath room is also tiny and there is no shelf for toileteries. The price was also higher then comparable hotels ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Wonderful stay
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
Excellent hotel. Japanese restaurant buffet was fantastic, great value. Definitely the spot to stay in Auckland CBD.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Everything was great, staff and service was excellent except a slight disappointment with one of our meals, fish, chips and Asian slaw, at the hotel restaurant.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Auckland Airport
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 Otuataua Stonefields or Moana Nui-a Kiwa Pool and Leisure Centre.
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.
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.
Epsom
Unique features of Epsom include the theatres and spas. Make a stop by Alexandra Park or ASB Showgrounds while you're exploring the area.
Mount Eden
Unique features of Mount Eden include the bars and shopping. Make a stop by Mount Eden or Eden Park while you're exploring the area.
