Sunnyvale 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 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
Encounter rare and endangered species from New Zealand and across the globe, including the pygmy marmoset and the huge white rhino.
Princes Wharf
During your trip to Auckland, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Princes Wharf. Stroll along the area's marina or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Top hotels in Sunnyvale
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
We have been travelling to 6 different cities in NZ and this by far was the best hotel. Loved every thing about it from the layout of the rooms, amenities, courteous staff. The breakfast was included. It was amazing! It had the best value for your money. Well done !
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
It was located close to walking distance to the water and nice shopping and restaurants.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Pullman Auckland Airport
Stayed there for one night before our flight next morning. Great room. Very quiet.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
The hotel is close to Auckland Airport and has a handy shuttle. It’s also close to car rental places. We stayed the night after our flight and picked up our car the next day. The hotel has a bar and good restaurant on site. Room clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Clean room, choice of pillows. Coffee maker and milk in the refrigerator was appreciated. Staff is attentive and welcoming. Special thanks to Thea in the bar/restaurant! She is delightful! Easy to walk to harbor,etc. Breakfast was amazing!!!!
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
Had lunch at he lobby restaurant. Appreciate the attendant taking my order but when I asked him about specifics about the food he simply said to me that he knew nothing about the food and he had never eaten at the restaurant which was a discouraging. Also the food took over a half an hour to be received. ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sunnyvale
Henderson
Henderson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trusts Stadium and Whoa! Studios.
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.
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
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.