Birkdale Travel Guide
Auckland
Visit Birkdale
Things to do
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour
From Auckland: Waiheke Island Return Fast Ferry Ticket
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Top hotels in Birkdale
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Radisson RED Auckland
SkyCity Hotel
"Nice and central. So much going on in and around the Auckland CBD. The staff were accomodating when I had left key cards in room and sorted us out another couple so we could head to bed. The band performing in the Casino was so good and had everyone singing and dancing along. The only issue was how ..."
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
"The refreshed rooms are brilliant and the staff are always helpful and some even remember you. Hopefully the renovation can make its way to some of the quieter corners of the property (like the parking garage lift as that still smells a bit funky and is a little tired)."
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Where to stay in Birkdale
Auckland Central Business District
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Auckland Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Queen Street Shopping District and High Street, and jump on the metro at Gaunt Street Tram Stop or Halsey Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Auckland Airport
If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park 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.
Parnell
Visitors often come to Parnell for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Parnell Rose Gardens and Auckland War Memorial Museum. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at The Strand Station.
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.
