The Gardens Travel Guide
Auckland
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Popular places to visit
Auckland Botanical Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Auckland Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.
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.
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 waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Infinity Float Tank Experience for Couples
Private Full Day Auckland Sightseeing Tour with Piha Beach
Coromandel Caves, Hot Water Beach&Driving Creek Railway(optional)
Auckland Discovery: Botanic Gardens, Historic Village, Mt.Eden
Auckland Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)
Top hotels in The Gardens
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Great location, staff very helpful, the pool and health facilities are great. The breakfast has so much selection. Stunning property With super comfy beds.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
SkyCity Hotel
This was the easiest, cheapest and most pleasant stay I have had on Auckland for a long time. Firstly, I could simply drive straight into the car park underneath the building - and it's easy to find a park as the basement car park is huge + you have access to your car in case anything got forgotten ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
Excellent location and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
The Grand by SkyCity
As a five star hotel , they do need to put bottle water in the room, not on request only
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Terrific
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Horizon by SkyCity
Friendly, accommodating, good location and great for bus connections -
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Gardens
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.
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 Moana Nui-a Kiwa Pool and Leisure Centre.
Auckland Airport
If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
