Swanson Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Our pick of the best Swanson Hotel Deals
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
A fantastic stay. The staff are amazing and the food is particularly good, we dined there a lot. The rooms are nice and there are a lot of great facilities close to downtown and waterfront.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
SkyCity Hotel
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Great place to stay. We stay here when we go overseas. Great food and a very comfortable place to stay
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
Good room and facilities; dodgy a/c control
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Pullman Auckland Airport
The room was spotless, check out was a breeze and the restaurant was fantastic!
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
ibis budget Auckland Airport
We were able to arrange a late checkout due to an evening flight, and it was easy and reasonably priced. The room is quite small, but has everything that you might need for a short stay. The bathroom, while small, has a nice shower with a handheld. The nicest touch of all is a free laundry on the ...
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Swanson
Henderson
Henderson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trusts Stadium and Whoa! Studios.
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Viaduct Harbour
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Viaduct Harbour. Check out New Zealand Maritime Museum or Princes Wharf while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Halsey Street Tram Stop to get around town.
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
Auckland Central Business District
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Auckland Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Queen Street Shopping District and High Street, and jump on the metro at Gaunt Street Tram Stop or Halsey Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
