South Auckland
Travel Guide





Visit South Auckland
Where to stay in South Auckland

Auckland Airport
If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Treasure Island Adventure Golf are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Mangere
Home to Auckland Airport, Māngere boasts the vibrant Māngere Arts Centre Ngā Tohu o Uenuku and convenient Māngere Town Centre for shopping. Easily accessible via train and bus services, it's well-connected to other parts of Auckland.

Mangere Bridge
Travelers like the parks in Mangere Bridge, and Ambury Regional Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Wiri
You'll enjoy the theme parks and shopping in Wiri. You might want to make time for a stop at Vector Wero Whitewater Park or Colin Dale Park KartSport.

Māngere East
Māngere East might not have many top sights, but Crater Hill and Grange Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Everything was great
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025

Novotel Auckland Airport
Was what we expected, just thought that although we checked in online still had to wait at reception and fill out forms to register.
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025

ibis budget Auckland Airport
Yes Very clean
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025

The Sebel Auckland Manukau
Really enjoy staying at this property, specifically the friendly staff!!! Pleased that they have addressed the parking situation and have some extra capacity, it makes staying here a much easier choice. Restaurant is very good, they offer room service and a great wine list. Breakfast buffet is good ...
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025

MCentral Apartments Manukau
Had everything i needed
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025

Proximity Apartments Manukau Auckland Airport
Room was great
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Popular places to visit

Rainbow's End
Get drenched on a log flume, dry out on an 18-story drop ride and test your limits on a corkscrew roller coaster at this theme park.

Butterfly Creek
See the exotic and native animals who call Butterfly Creek home during your trip to Auckland. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Ambury Regional Park
Explore the great outdoors at Ambury Regional Park, a lovely green space in Auckland. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre
During your visit to Auckland, you can enjoy retail therapy at Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre. Amble around this quaint area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Bruce Pulman Park
Catch an event at Bruce Pulman Park during your trip to Takanini. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Middlemore Hospital
Though Middlemore Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Auckland while you are here.
Things to do

Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets

Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour

Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch

SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets





