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 waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Activities
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
2025 Award Winning: Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Our pick of the best Hillsborough Hotel Deals
Solsen Flexi Stay & Motel
The place is not very friendly. The customer service at reception pathetic no greetings, not helpful at all. He directly asked for my CVC code which I understand however he didn’t care to explain the terms at all. The place is under construction where sounds are so loud. We called and asked for a ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Wonderful stay
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
Great, very
Reviewed on 17 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
Pullman Auckland Airport
Nice and clean room. Close to early morning check in at international airport.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Excellent staff and a really easy check in, perfectly located for the airport. The Burger in the restaurant is very, very good. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 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 Remuera Village Shopping Centre and Ellerslie Racecourse.
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
