Wharekawa 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 Wharekawa

Tasman Holiday Parks - Miranda
Good service
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Grafton Cottage & Chalets
Beautiful property, fun quirkiness, outstanding views! Spectacular value for the price. We got take out and watched the sunset from the deck, quite gorgeous. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Coastal Motor Lodge
Although old, the lodge was very comfortable and clean.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels
The paint at the bottom of pool has been discolored and looks ugly. So we were reluctant to use it.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels
Pool was there but we did not use it. A very short drive into town. Easy parking at property and in town. Comfy bed and everything was spotlesd. Decent sized room with outside seating area lovely in the evening
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Dickson Holiday Park
Our flat was lovely and clean ,lady who serviced flat was lovely ,however reception staff need training in customer service ,no people skills
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wharekawa

Onetangi
Onetangi is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Onetangi Beach and Casita Miro.

Oneroa
Unique features of Oneroa include the wineries and beaches. Make a stop by Little Oneroa Beach or Oneroa Beach 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.

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.

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.

Auckland Airport
If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing.
