Things to do in Auckland Region

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Aerial: Panoramic view of Auckland city skyline from viaduct harbour, New Zealand
Auckland view at the noon
Auckland city skyline with Auckland Sky Tower from Mt. Eden at sunset New Zealand
Aerial view on residential suburbs surrounded by sunny ocean harbour. Whangaparoa peninsula, Auckland, New Zealand
Aerial view on a shore on sunny harbor with small houses. Waiheke Island, Auckland, New Zealand.


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What to do in Auckland Region


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Auckland Central Business District

Auckland Central Business District

4.5/5(1,068 area reviews)

Densely developed and bustling with arts, culture, and education, this financial hub offers shopping at Commercial Bay and Queen Street, galleries like Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. Convenient public transport options are available at Britomart Transport Centre.

Auckland Central Business District
tower in the sky

Auckland Airport

If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing.

Auckland Airport
Viaduct Harbour

Viaduct Harbour

Day or night, this modern marina precinct is a great spot to dine along the waterfront, attend yachting events and learn about the region’s maritime heritage.

Viaduct Harbour
Manukau

Manukau

Centrally located in South Auckland, Manukau Central boasts shopping at Westfield Manukau City and Manukau Supa Centa, as well as the thrilling Rainbow's End theme park. Easily accessible via Eastern Line train services and the Southwestern Motorway, it's a well-connected hub for travelers.

Manukau
Parnell

Parnell

4.5/5(36 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Parnell, you might enjoy attractions like Parnell Rose Gardens and Auckland War Memorial Museum. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at The Strand Station to see more of the city.

Parnell
Takapuna

Takapuna

Enjoy the popular Takapuna Beach, a crescent-shaped recreational area, and explore the nightlife hub with boutique shopping, bars, and restaurants. Nearby, find Shore City Shopping Centre, featuring 63 shops and ample parking.

Takapuna

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