Takapuna 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 beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Top hotels in Takapuna
The Spencer Hotel by Castle
Room ok, faciities to heat a meal and decent sized fridge but only one chair so not udeal for family groups. Kids were very disappointed as both pool& spa pool out of order (peak summer season) Would have bern nice to be told at checkin rsther than discover at 0700 hrs when they excitedly put togs ...
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Takapuna Motor Lodge
Room was great, clean, had everything we needed, and staff were courteous
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
A fantastic stay. The staff are amazing and the food is particularly good, we dined there a lot. The rooms are nice and there are a lot of great facilities close to downtown and waterfront.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
SkyCity Hotel
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Great place to stay. We stay here when we go overseas. Great food and a very comfortable place to stay
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
Good room and facilities; dodgy a/c control
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Takapuna
Devonport
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Devonport. Make a stop by Cheltenham Beach or Devonport Chocolates while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Parnell
Visitors often come to Parnell for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Parnell Rose Gardens and Auckland Museum. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at The Strand Station.
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
