Title: Visit Takapuna: Best of Takapuna, Auckland Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Takapuna](https://expedia.ca/Takapuna-Auckland-Hotels.0-n179331-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Auckland](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Auckland.d178233.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Auckland](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Auckland.d178233.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Takapuna Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Takapuna.d179331.Car-Rental-Guide)[Takapuna Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Takapuna.d179331.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Takapuna ## Auckland ![Photo by Andrew wythe](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8276fbb05113cb83972c7f6f8764bd27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Andrew wythe](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8276fbb05113cb83972c7f6f8764bd27.jpg) ![Photo by Andrew wythe](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8d418a5d5553b642351e710872f03354.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Andrew wythe](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8d418a5d5553b642351e710872f03354.jpg) ## Visit Takapuna Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Auckland travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Auckland.dx178233) * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Sky Tower showing a skyscraper, skyline and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/32000/32585-Sky-Tower.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Sky-Tower-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6055180.Vacation-Attraction) ![Auckland Ferry Terminal showing city views and a marina](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180263-Auckland-Ferry-Terminal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Ferry-Terminal-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6227247.Vacation-Attraction) ![Eden Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/3d0761a7036b73474abfba11f86167d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eden Park Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Eden-Park-Mount-Eden.d6055184.Vacation-Attraction) ![University of Auckland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/0ec0f0fb661c971e866b0d78f50e6119.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Auckland 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. [](https://expedia.ca/University-Of-Auckland-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6080485.Vacation-Attraction) ![SkyCity Casino](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/5712596c890767efd2f53c1fb23bbf53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### SkyCity Casino 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. [](https://expedia.ca/SkyCity-Casino-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6227133.Vacation-Attraction) ![Auckland Zoo showing zoo animals and land animals](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/32000/32613-Auckland-Zoo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Auckland Zoo Encounter rare and endangered species from New Zealand and across the globe, including the pygmy marmoset and the huge white rhino. [](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Zoo-Western-Springs.d6080499.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Piha Beach ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1394729/a283015b-4c51-4375-830a-bc39f2e06779.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland CA $162 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/afternoon-piha-beach-and-rainforest-tour-from-auckland.a1394729.activity-details) ![Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1394656/57e3f604-2127-4f6c-ada4-5919b60dab60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch CA $354 per adult **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/hobbiton-waitomo-caves-guided-tour-from-auckland-with-lunch.a1394656.activity-details) ![Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1394911/6fb4a8ab-6cd3-45d2-aaaf-502fb653fb49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland CA $248 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/hobbiton-movie-set-tour-with-lunch-from-auckland.a1394911.activity-details) ![Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48333479/1d81582c-e705-4c85-8d5d-b782ca571334.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket CA $56 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/auckland-hop-on-hop-off-explorer-bus-ticket.a48333479.activity-details) ![SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/171966/2cf1b3c3-bd59-499b-85c3-a55f60a5d74f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets CA $29 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sea-life-kelly-tarltons-aquarium-tickets.a171966.activity-details) ![From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Full-Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4784869/f62e003a-2d47-4250-960b-dea1294cbe9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Full-Day Trip CA $291 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-auckland-hobbiton-waitomo-caves-full-day-trip.a4784869.activity-details) [See all activities in Auckland](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Auckland.d178233.Travel-Guide-Activities) * * * ## Takapuna Hotel Deals ![The Spencer Hotel by Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/853000/852935/af4ad18f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Spencer Hotel by Castle 9-17 Byron Avenue, Auckland CA $127 CA $148 total Oct 19 - Oct 20 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Auckland. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews) "None to add" Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F10%2F2025&endDate=20%2F10%2F2025&selected=852935&PinnedHotelID=852935&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179331) ![Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8072/0b184964_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group 83 Symonds Street, Box 2771, Auckland CA $119 CA $137 total Oct 26 - Oct 27 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 5-star spa hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,401 reviews) "Everyone was helpful and very well kept." Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F10%2F2025&endDate=27%2F10%2F2025&selected=8072&PinnedHotelID=8072&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179331) ![The Grand by SkyCity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1390000/1386200/1386172/af1bd6d9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Grand by SkyCity 90 Federal Street, Auckland Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $162 CA $186 total Oct 27 - Oct 28 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 11 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,844 reviews) "." 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