Auckland Tourist Attractions

All visitors that arrive at Auckland Airport in New Zealand can find their way to Auckland City Center within a 20-30 minutes’ drive from the airport. In the heart of Auckland, you will find yourself surrounded by unique landscapes and a vibrant city environment. In this city, you will have the possibility to see and explore so many different sites and local attractions.

Below you will find inspiration for some different, entertaining, memorable and interesting tours you can enjoy together with your travel companion(s).

Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

If it is the first time you visit Auckland in New Zealand, it is highly recommended that you book yourself an Auckland: Hop-On and Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket. This will allow you to tour around Auckland at your own pace while jumping on and off as often as you please. You can buy a ticket that is valid for either 24- or 48-hour.

During the bus tour, there will be a complete English commentary available to inform you about the many major attractions and teach you a few things about the history of Auckland. You can stay on board for the entire 1-hour loop on both the Red Route and the Blue Route, which are included in your ticket. There is also a free return Devonport ferry included in the ticket.

See all the important citywide attractions, including:

Red Circle Route:

• Philips Corner/Princes Wharf
• Bastion Point Lookout
• Kelly Tarlton's Sea Life Aquarium
• Parnell Rose Gardens
• Holy Trinity Cathedral
• Auckland Museum
• Parnell Village
• Civic Theater Corner
• Auckland Art Gallery
• Sky City and Sky Tower

Blue Circle Route:

• Winter Gardens
• Eden Gardens
• Mt Eden
• St Lukes Westfield Shopping Center
• Auckland Zoo
• Museum of Transport and Technology

Auckland Zoo: Entry Ticket

See a wonderful collection of exotic animals at the Auckland Zoo with this Auckland Zoo: Entry Ticket. Here you can discover more than 875 animals including free daily shows and animal encounters. Auckland Zoo is known to be New Zealand’s largest home of wildlife. It is conveniently placed just 10 minutes from downtown Auckland and easily accessible by public transport.

In the zoo, you can visit different continents such as Africa, Australia, Asia, and more, as you explore the park. With 126 species and over 1,000 animals, Auckland Zoo is an amazing place to explore wildlife from New Zealand and around the world. Make sure you pay a visit to the Te Wao Nui precinct, where you can experience all of New Zealand’s natural treasures in one place.

When it is time for a break, Auckland Zoo offers palm oil-free and free-range food at the four on-site cafes. Visitors can also find a number of picnic areas around the zoo. Here you can relax with your purchased or packed lunch while enjoying the sights and sounds of the zoo. Auckland Zoo is a not-for-profit. Therefore, all ticket proceeds go toward building a brighter future for wildlife.

Waiheke Island Wine Tasting Tour from Auckland

Waiheke Island Wine Tasting Tour from Auckland gives you the chance to enjoy a premium wine tasting at three of the finest wineries on Waiheke Island. Taste some of the finest wines produced in New Zealand. The tour ticket includes a return ferry ticket from Auckland and an all-day bus pass to explore the island at your leisure.

All guests will have to board the ferry at the Downtown Auckland Ferry Terminal to Waiheke Island.

The first visit will be to the stunning Mudbrick Vineyard, which is placed among olive trees and lavender. At your first wine tasting experience, you will be overlooking the sparkling waters of the Hauraki Gulf. Then you will continue to Cable Bay Vineyards and get some of the best views of Waiheke. Here you can look across the water to Auckland as you are served a selection of wines along with a platter of mouth-watering snacks.

The last stop will be at the Te Whau Vineyard. Capture the essence of their 5-star wines at your final tasting experience. You can enjoy panoramic views from the slopes of the boutique winery and make use of the award-winning restaurant.

Once you have visited all three wineries you can use your all-day bus pass to discover the scenic beauty of the island at leisure. This will definitely be an experience that you do not want to miss.

Coromandel Peninsula Day Trip from Auckland

Enjoy a day trip to The Coromandel Peninsula with this Coromandel Peninsula Day Trip from Auckland tour ticket. Here you will visit the world-famous Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach. You also get to explore a wild peninsula full of mountains and luxuriant forests.

Get on a day trip to the Coromandel Peninsula from Auckland. This will be a small group tour with a friendly, local kiwi guide. After you have been picked up from Auckland City Center, you can relax on the scenic journey across the Hauraki Plains and over the Coromandel Ranges. It will most likely be a windy drive through the ranges where you can gain fantastic views. There will also be time for a short coffee and bathroom break on the way.

Your first stop will be at summit Mount Paku for incredible views of Tairua, Slipper Island, and Pauanui. This is a short steep climb. Here you will get a chance to stretch your legs after the drive. At Hot Water Beach, you can dig your own natural spa in the hot springs. This can only be accessed at low tide. Then, enjoy a 1-hour break for lunch at a local cafe.

Once you have finished lunch, you can hike the coastal track into the beautiful Cathedral Cove. This is a 30-minute walk to the beach and a bit longer on the return.

This is a great time to explore, relax or swim if you would like. Then your tour has ended and you will get back in the mini-van for the return drive to Auckland. There will be a short stop along the way. All guests will arrive around 6 pm in Auckland, depending on weather, traffic, and time spent at each location.

This will be a memorable tour full of wonderful experiences including beaches, sun, food, hot springs, and natural beauty.