Hillsborough Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Hillsborough
Popular places to visit
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.
Princes Wharf
During your trip to Auckland, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Princes Wharf. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Activities
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
2025 Award Winning: Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour
Our pick of the best Hillsborough Hotel Deals
Solsen Flexi Stay
Very clean, well-appointed and spacious Scandic-style rooms. Professional and courteous staff. High degree of security with gated outdoor parking and security card required to access reception area, accommodation area and room. Tried to extend stay when plans changed but rooms were all booked. Highly ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Pullman Auckland Airport
Smell in the room. Breakfast coffee machine not working properly
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
The staff were so welcoming and helpful. The hotel was very close to the airport and there was a complimentary shuttle. The room was spacious, spotless, with refrigerator, tea and coffee facilities and air conditioning. The breakfast was lovely with lots of choice for everyone. We had dinner and ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
We were given a room that faced
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
SkyCity Hotel
Close to everythings
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hillsborough
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.
Ellerslie
Restaurants, shopping and spas highlight some of the notable features of Ellerslie. Make a stop by Ellerslie Racecourse while you're exploring.
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Remuera
Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ellerslie Racecourse and Waitemata Harbour.
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
