Wattle Downs Travel Guide
Auckland
Visit Wattle Downs
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.
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.
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.
Queens Wharf
Explore the waterfront in Auckland with a trip to Queens Wharf. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Mount Eden
Take a walking trail that visits a volcano crater, a 19th-century prison and the historic buildings of this quaint village.
Things to do
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Auckland: Hobbiton, Rotorua and Wai-O-Tapu Day Tour
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Top hotels in Wattle Downs
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Super clean. Friendly team. Spot on !
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
The Grand by SkyCity
Great hotel in very central location. Lots a good restaurants just in the sky city. Wonderful buffet breakfast and friendly staff. Highly recommand !
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
SkyCity Hotel
Clean room, amenities
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Horizon by SkyCity
Staff was friendly and helpful, room was excellent, central Auckland location was wonderful
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG
Decent room size, clean and provide take away breakfast which helps for early tour trip . Janine at front desk went above and beyond to assist us and not to miss our booked tour
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Shuttle easy to catch
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Wattle Downs
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.
Auckland Airport
If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Treasure Island Adventure Golf are top sights worth seeing.
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 Formula E Indoor Raceway or Villa Maria Auckland Winery.
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.
Epsom
Unique features of Epsom include the theatres and spas. Make a stop by Alexandra Park or ASB Showgrounds while you're exploring the area.
Remuera
Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ellerslie Racecourse and Ellerslie Events Centre.
