Waitakere Travel Guide

Auckland
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Popular places to visit

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Sky Tower

4.5/5(92 reviews)

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.

Sky Tower
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Auckland Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(97 reviews)

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.

Auckland Ferry Terminal
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Eden Park

4.5/5(24 reviews)

Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Eden Park
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SkyCity Casino

4/5(16 reviews)

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.

SkyCity Casino
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University of Auckland

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe at University of Auckland during your visit to Auckland. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

University of Auckland
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Auckland Zoo

4.5/5(20 reviews)

Encounter rare and endangered species from New Zealand and across the globe, including the pygmy marmoset and the huge white rhino.

Auckland Zoo

Things to do

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From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

฿7,930
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
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Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour

฿1,538
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
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Small-Group Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from Auckland with Lunch

฿8,147
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from Auckland with Lunch
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SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets

฿800
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
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Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour

฿5,904
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour
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Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets

฿1,934
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets
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Top hotels in Waitakere

Naumi Auckland Airport
Naumi Auckland Airport
4.5 out of 5
153 Kirkbride Road, Auckland, Auckland
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The price is ฿3,465 per night from 29 May to 30 May
฿3,465
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Close to the airport and a pharmacy next door."

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Naumi Auckland Airport
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
5 out of 5
83 Symonds Street, Box 2771, Auckland
The price is ฿3,772 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿3,772
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 5-star spa hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Like everything"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
Corner Wyndham & Albert Streets, Auckland
The price is ฿3,466 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
฿3,466
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (401 reviews)
"Great service and location for work."

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Pullman Auckland Airport
Pullman Auckland Airport
5 out of 5
37 Tom Pearce Drive, Auckland
The price is ฿5,728 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
฿5,728
per night
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Rainbow's End and Mt. Smart ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (116 reviews)
"Definitely stay again, the staff were friendly and inviting and the room was very quiet. The food in the restaurant was outstanding."

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Pullman Auckland Airport
SkyCity Hotel
SkyCity Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Corner Victoria and Federal Streets, Auckland
The price is ฿3,796 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
฿3,796
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 11 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,327 reviews)
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Reviewed on 15 May 2024

SkyCity Hotel
Rydges Auckland
Rydges Auckland
4.5 out of 5
59 Federal Street Cnr Kingston Street, Auckland
The price is ฿3,465 per night from 24 May to 25 May
฿3,465
per night
24 May - 25 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Just right for what my partner and I needed. And close to where we needed to go."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Rydges Auckland
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Other neighbourhoods around Waitakere

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Henderson

Henderson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trusts Stadium and Whoa! Studios.

Henderson
Ponsonby featuring shopping and signage

Ponsonby

Unique features of Ponsonby include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Ponsonby Road or All Saints Anglican Church while you're exploring the area.

Ponsonby
Mt. Eden which includes tranquil scenes and landscape views

Mount Eden

5/5(4 area reviews)

Unique features of Mount Eden include the bars and shopping. Make a stop by Mt. Eden or Eden Park while you're exploring the area.

Mount Eden
Auckland featuring central business district, street scenes and night scenes

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.

Viaduct Harbour
Auckland CBD featuring street scenes and cbd

Auckland Central Business District

4/5(215 area reviews)

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Auckland Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Sky Tower and Auckland Ferry Terminal, and jump on the metro at Gaunt Street Tram Stop or Halsey Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Auckland Central Business District
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Grafton

If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Auckland Domain are top sights worth seeing.

Grafton

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