Blackpool Travel Guide
Auckland
Popular places to visit
Sky Tower
Enjoy fine dining in a rotating restaurant, dive off the tower on a cable-controlled jump or simply enjoy the views from New Zealand’s tallest tower.
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 Zoo
Encounter rare and endangered species from New Zealand and across the globe, including the pygmy marmoset and the huge white rhino.
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.
University of Auckland
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Auckland during your visit to Auckland. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Queens Wharf
Explore the waterfront in Auckland with a trip to Queens Wharf. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
Top hotels in Blackpool
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
"Lovely night away for a work course, definitely a luxurious venue for our course. Breakfast was wonderful and made us feel like princesses. Staff were helpful and friendly. Pool, spa and sauna were also nice. Comfy beds, nice rooms and had everything we needed. Only annoying part was the ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
"Lovely clean hotel in a fab location within very easy walk to CBD. Great amenities in the hotel, the cafe/bar in the lobby does a great coffee and the most enormous baguette sandwiches with excellent value. Room was lovely and clean. Pool and gym were clean and well kept. Only criticism is that the ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
The Grand by SkyCity
"Room was nice with amazing view. We were given the harbour view at the top floor and it was truly amazing. The staff was quick in attending to fixing a small issue with the tv, and overall it was great as always"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
"amazing hotel amazing location Very friendly staff"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Horizon by SkyCity
"I recommend all is excellent"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
SkyCity Hotel
"Its was great, bar service was slow."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Blackpool
Oneroa
Unique features of Oneroa include the wineries and beaches. Make a stop by Oneroa Beach or Matiatia Wharf Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.
Onetangi
Onetangi is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Onetangi Beach and Casita Miro.
Devonport
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Devonport. Make a stop by Cheltenham Beach or Mount Victoria while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Remuera
Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Remuera Village Shopping Centre and Ellerslie Racecourse.
Ellerslie
Restaurants, shopping and spas highlight some of the notable features of Ellerslie. Make a stop by Ellerslie Racecourse while you're exploring.
