AUCKLAND
Auckland’s best days out.
The 15 most popular things to do in Auckland. Harbour cruises, Waiheke wine, the Hobbiton and Waitomo day trips and the geysers of Rotorua, all in one place.
Waiheke Island day trip from Auckland with return ferry plus a hop-on hop-off bus pass to 16 vineyards, beaches, and villages.
Most Popular“Loved going at our own pace-wineries were great, plenty of buses to get around,”
Guided Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves day trip from Auckland with hotel pickup, lunch, and a Green Dragon drink.
“Fun and engaging tour! Our guide, Shelly was absolutely wonderful! She kept us entertained and informed through out the tour.”
A full-day Auckland trip to Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves, with guided tours, lunch, and a Green Dragon drink included.
“Liam was a great guide! I would have liked better options for lunch but it was sufficient.”
4.5-hour eco safari from Viaduct Harbour on a 65-foot catamaran. Spot whales, dolphins, seals, penguins and seabirds.
“Great trip to see New Zealand from the water. We saw dolphins galore! But beware, the front deck is the very spot when underway!”
Tandem jump with up to 75 seconds of freefall from 18,000 ft in Parakai, with epic Auckland coast views and full gear.
“This was an incredible experience!!! Everything was top notch and the staff is excellent!! My teen daughter and I had the time of our lives!!”
Auckland bus to Hobbiton for an official guided walk, Hobbit-hole stops, festive buffet lunch, and a drink at the Green Dragon Inn.
“Great trip! It’s a long ride there and back again, but the Shire is totally worth it.”
Small-group Hobbiton tour from Auckland with Waikato views, a guided 2.5-hour set visit, Green Dragon Inn drink, snacks, and return.
“Just the best day, made so much easier by Cheeky Kiwi and Cam. As soon as I knew I was coming to New Zealand, Hobbiton was top of my list - I was so excited to get to see and experience it all - and to see all the beautiful rolling hills Read more”
Small-group premium Waiheke wine tasting with vineyard food pairing, scenic island tour, and transfers. Max 11 people, about 6 hours.
“Excellent guide, lots of great information and lovely stories. Its so nice to see a place with a local. The wineries were fantastic- great day!”
Auckland Explorer hop-on hop-off bus links Sky Tower, museums, Parnell and more with English audio, WiFi, and flexible 1- or 2-day passes.
“Apart from a bit longer wait than 30 minutes at one stop, it was a great way to see a bit more of Auckland. Would do it again.”
Small-group Auckland day tour to Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves with lunch, pickup, and guided stops. Early start, big payoff.
“We had an absolutely fantastic day visiting Hobbiton and the Waitomo Caves. While the scenery was breathtaking, what truly made the trip stand out was our guide. She was incredibly knowledgeable, specifically regarding the indigenous Maori history and their connection to the land. We walked away not just with great photos, but with a deep…”
Half-day Auckland small-group tour with Harbour Bridge, Mt Eden summit views, North Shore photo stops, Ponsonby, and Mission Bay beaches.
“The tour covered a lot of beautiful scenery and places, regardless of the pouring rain the tour director/ driver Josh tried his best for plan B to give us sheltered highlights to visit, very considerate and professional 👍.”
Luxury catamaran eco cruise from Auckland to Hauraki Gulf Marine Park for dolphins, orcas and whales, with conservation science.
“It was really good. We were rewarded the conditions may not be great and given the opportunity for a refund or rebooking, but in the end it was great. We saw two pods of dolphins and a hammer head shark. Very informative presentations were also given.”
Auckland Explorer Bus hop-on hop-off day ticket to Sky Tower, art, Weta and rugby icons, SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s, plus Wi‑Fi and commentary.
“A good choice to get an overall view of the city. Many good stops that you can spend some more time before hopping on the bus again.”
Small-group Waiheke wine day trip from Auckland with ferry views, tastings at 4 wineries, and a relaxed lunch break. Max 10 people.
“A wonderful way to explore the island of waiheke. The group was small and each stop was special.”
Wētā Workshop Unleashed in Auckland turns film magic into hands-on practical effects, guided by creators in about 90 minutes.
“Just an amazing day at the shop! Thank you for the opportunity to share with us. Staff are amazing and fun!”
Two harbours, a gulf full of islands, and every day trip beyond the city.
