Chinatown 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.
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.
Mount Eden
Take a walking trail that visits a volcano crater, a 19th-century prison and the historic buildings of this quaint village.
Auckland Zoo
Encounter rare and endangered species from New Zealand and across the globe, including the pygmy marmoset and the huge white rhino.
Things to do
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
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
Top hotels in Chinatown
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Sadly the spa pool was cold and murky and the following morning it was unavailable. We pay big prices to have these amenities and they are unavailable, very disappointing
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
Great Breakfast, decent gym, heated pool was nice. The sauna is not made with western red cedar and the seats and the walls get extremely hot! Everyone has to sit on towels and be very careful not to touch their back to the wall. The whole sauna should be replaced with Western med Cedar. The room ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
SkyCity Hotel
We liked being able to go up SkyBar and free parking during our stay was a welcome bonus.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
The Grand by SkyCity
The lady who checked us in was amazing!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
The hotel was in a great location the breakfast included was also amazing !!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Horizon by SkyCity
Modern and well-equipped hotel with very good staff. A quiet and comfortable stay.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
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.
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.
Ellerslie
Restaurants, shopping and spas highlight some of the notable features of Ellerslie. Make a stop by Ellerslie Racecourse while you're exploring.
Remuera
Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Remuera Village Shopping Centre and Ellerslie Racecourse.
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.
Epsom
Unique features of Epsom include the theatres and spas. Make a stop by Alexandra Park or Logan Campbell Centre while you're exploring the area.
