10 TOP Things to Do in Auckland Region May 2024

Most fun & popular experiences in Auckland Region

Tours & day trips

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From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

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Private & custom tours

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Auckland to Rotorua Private Tour

Attractions

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SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets

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Wildlife & nature

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SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets

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Water activities

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Auckland: Waiheke Island Fast Ferry Pass

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Auckland Region

Sky Tower

4.5/5(136 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.

Auckland Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(165 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.

Eden Park

4.5/5(44 reviews)

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

SkyCity Casino

4/5(26 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Casino during your travels in Auckland? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

Auckland Zoo

4.5/5(28 reviews)

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

University of Auckland

4/5(42 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Auckland as part of your travels around Auckland. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Rainbow's End

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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.

Mt. Eden

4.5/5(48 reviews)

Take a walking trail that visits a volcano crater, a 19th-century prison and the historic buildings of this quaint village.

Omaha Beach

5/5(1 review)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Omaha Beach during your travels in Auckland?

Explore areas of Auckland Region

Auckland CBD which includes city views and street scenes

Auckland Central Business District

4.5/5(309 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.

Butterfly Creek which includes marine life

Auckland Airport

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

Rainbow\'s End which includes rides, a pool and a waterpark

Manukau

Travelers come to Manukau for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre and Rainbow's End while you're in town.

Auckland which includes street scenes, city views and night scenes

Viaduct Harbour

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are a few things travelers 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.

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Takapuna

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Takapuna. A stop by Bruce Mason Centre or Takapuna Beach might round out your trip.

Parnell

5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Parnell, you might enjoy attractions like Parnell Rose Gardens and Auckland 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.