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15 Things To Do In 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.

15 Things To Do In Auckland

Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets - Meeting Point in Auckland: where the day really starts
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Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets

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

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★ 4.6

“Ferry ride over was a little crowded (9am crossing, so expected!) but it was a great ferry over. Beautiful sights! Something consider is that the app tells you that you need to redeem a ticket an hour earlier, but this isn’t the case. The in-app ticket will get you where you need to go. The…”

3,311 reviews1 dayFrom $59by Fullers Group

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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch - Matamata Lunch: A Kiwi-Style Reset Between Worlds
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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch

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2.Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch

Guided Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves day trip from Auckland with hotel pickup, lunch, and a Green Dragon drink.

★ 5.0

“I don't often leave reviews, but this was a great experience. If you are a LOTR fan, the hobbiton is a must see. We went on a rainy day and the staff provided umbrellas for everyone and still provided a phenomenal tour. The tour guides were Read more”

2,677 reviewsFrom $229.61by Auckland Scenic Tours

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From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch - Green Dragon Inn: the included drink that slows you down
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From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

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3.From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

A full-day Auckland trip to Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves, with guided tours, lunch, and a Green Dragon drink included.

★ 4.9

“Hobbiton is a must-do if you’re visiting New Zealand even if you aren’t a LOTR fan. It’s an incredible and once in a lifetime experience to tour the set. I didn’t know what to expect from the Waitomo Caves but I’m glad we got to check it out. Overall, this tour was extremely worth it…”

2,505 reviews11 hoursFrom $221by Auckland Scenic Tours

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Auckland Dolphin and Whale Watching Eco-Safari Cruise - What you’re really looking for: whales, dolphins, seals, penguins, and seabirds
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Auckland Dolphin and Whale Watching Eco-Safari Cruise

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4.Auckland Dolphin and Whale Watching Eco-Safari Cruise

4.5-hour eco safari from Viaduct Harbour on a 65-foot catamaran. Spot whales, dolphins, seals, penguins and seabirds.

★ 4.5

“Crew was nice and knowledgeable. We understand that they can’t guarantee sightings so we were disappointed to be the small percentage of tours that go out and don’t see anything. We had 4.5 hours is a nice (choppy) boat ride, and only saw 3 dolphins for about 5 minutes. We did get vouchers for a…”

1,790 reviewsFrom $135.91by Auckland Whale and Dolphin Safari

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Skydive Auckland - Ground Time in Parakai: Briefing, Equipment, and Instructor Fit
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Skydive Auckland

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5.Skydive Auckland

Tandem jump with up to 75 seconds of freefall from 18,000 ft in Parakai, with epic Auckland coast views and full gear.

★ 5.0

“So I've always wanted to do a skydive and I finally decided to do it, jumping from 20, 000 feet which is the highest dive in New Zealand. I wasn't disappointed and the experience was absolutely amazing! The view was phenomenal, taking placRead more”

1,516 reviewsFrom $214.10by Skydive Auckland Ltd

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Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Day Trip with Festive Lunch - The official Hobbiton guided tour: how you actually see the Shire
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Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Day Trip with Festive Lunch

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6.Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Day Trip with Festive Lunch

Auckland bus to Hobbiton for an official guided walk, Hobbit-hole stops, festive buffet lunch, and a drink at the Green Dragon Inn.

★ 4.8

“Excellent trip. Well organised. The bus driver Marty was informative and helpful. The guide at Hobbiton was really good too. Local man who had lots of knowledge about the site and lots of anecdotes.”

1,431 reviews8 hoursFrom $182by GreatSights New Zealand

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Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour from Auckland - Hobbiton Movie Set: your 2.5-hour guided visit on Hobbiton buses
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Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour from Auckland

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Waiheke island Wine Tours - PREMIUM wine tasting MAX 11 clients ! - Getting to Waiheke: timing the ferry without stressing
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Waiheke island Wine Tours – PREMIUM wine tasting MAX 11 clients !

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8.Waiheke island Wine Tours – PREMIUM wine tasting MAX 11 clients !

Small-group premium Waiheke wine tasting with vineyard food pairing, scenic island tour, and transfers. Max 11 people, about 6 hours.

★ 5.0

“A great way to explore the island and go wine tasting. Our driver Oliver was friendly funny and knowledgeable about wines and the history of the island. Casita Miro was our favorite winery of the day. Overall highly recommended tour!”

1,378 reviewsFrom $155.14by Waiheke Island Wine Tours

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Auckland Explorer: Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Tour - Comfort and On-Board Extras: WiFi, Air-Conditioning, and Open-Air Seats
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Auckland Explorer: Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Tour

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9.Auckland Explorer: Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Tour

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.

★ 4.0

“We took the yellow line was disappointed with the majority of the stops. The narration was lackluster at best, very little details compared with other cities we’ve visited and rode on hop on hop off. On one bus the sound was skipping a lot of the narration and making loud cracking sounds. No one onboard…”

1,180 reviewsFrom $43.44by Auckland Explorer Bus

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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small-Group Tour W Lunch from Auckland - Otorohanga lunch break: real food time, not a rushed refuel
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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small-Group Tour W Lunch from Auckland

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10.Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small-Group Tour W Lunch from Auckland

Small-group Auckland day tour to Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves with lunch, pickup, and guided stops. Early start, big payoff.

★ 5.0

“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…”

1,117 reviewsFrom $235.20by Cheeky Kiwi Travel

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Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour - Ferry Building to Viaduct Harbour: Downtown Waterfront in Fast Motion
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Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour

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11.Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour

Half-day Auckland small-group tour with Harbour Bridge, Mt Eden summit views, North Shore photo stops, Ponsonby, and Mission Bay beaches.

★ 5.0

“Josh was our tour guide. He was extremely knowledgeable about Auckland particularly the historical architecture of the houses. The tour covered seeing the harbour, Mt Eden, a drive past the gardens and the many beaches around. It was a good selection for those that are short on time and don't want to walk around. The…”

1,080 reviewsFrom $46.54by Auckland City Tours

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Auckland: Whale and Dolphin Watching Half-Day Eco Cruise - Rangitoto Island and North Head: the quick sightseeing warm-up
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Auckland: Whale and Dolphin Watching Half-Day Eco Cruise

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12.Auckland: Whale and Dolphin Watching Half-Day Eco Cruise

Luxury catamaran eco cruise from Auckland to Hauraki Gulf Marine Park for dolphins, orcas and whales, with conservation science.

★ 4.5

“This was a great excursion. We got to see many dolphins and 6 whales in the distance. The crew was very knowledgable and shared tons of information. Ride was a bit windy but totally worth it!”

1,072 reviews4.5 hoursFrom $130by Auckland Whale & Dolphin Safari

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Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket - Getting on: the two main departure points in Auckland CBD
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Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

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13.Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

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.

★ 4.4

“Quite interesting and since we planned well in advance where to spend quality time, it helped a lot in executing the plan and visit attractions and make the best use of their facilities. So better plan your day and stoppages in advance and try to synchronize the same with bus timing to avoid long waits.…”

1,064 reviews1 dayFrom $38by Auckland Hop On Hop Off Explorer

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From Auckland: Waiheke Island Wineries' Tour - A small group and a guide who actually runs the day
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From Auckland: Waiheke Island Wineries’ Tour

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Wētā Workshop Unleashed Tour - Auckland - Inside the tour: how the 90 minutes are paced
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Wētā Workshop Unleashed Tour – Auckland

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