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
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
The Classic: our most popular electric bike tour of Auckland's Highlights
Auckland Highlights 4 Hrs city Tour
Auckland Scenic Half-Day City Sightseeing Tour
From Auckland: Waiheke Island Return Fast Ferry Ticket
Our pick of the best Auckland Airport Hotel Deals
Pullman Auckland Airport
Clean room, regularly cleaned, great service especially in the restaurant which has amazing views and even more delicious food.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
Yes
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
ibis budget Auckland Airport
Great location for early flights.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
This was a clean friendly place with helpful staff.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Nice clean tidy room and good facilities.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
Overall the hotel and staff was pleasant, however, the listing states that the hotel has a hot tub and this was one of our priorities when booking. There was NO hot tub, just a pool.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
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 JKs Driving Range.
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.
