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.
“The Hobbiton & Waitomo Glowworm Cave tour is a MUST-DO!! Our guide Mike was very energetic & positive (even though the weather was not the best). The Hobbiton movie set is on a BEAUTIFUL natural property and is well-maintaineRead more”
A full-day Auckland trip to Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves, with guided tours, lunch, and a Green Dragon drink included.
“Absolutely amazing! Our driver and tour guide Danny made sure we had an amazing time at Hobbiton and the Waitomo Caves. Highly recommended tour for everyone. Thanks for all!”
4.5-hour eco safari from Viaduct Harbour on a 65-foot catamaran. Spot whales, dolphins, seals, penguins and seabirds.
“Very well organized. Left on time, and arrived back on time. We happened to go on a morning trip with very calm water so it made an excellent boating experience through the gulf. The staff was very knowledgeable and it was exciting to leaRead more”
Tandem jump with up to 75 seconds of freefall from 18,000 ft in Parakai, with epic Auckland coast views and full gear.
“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”
Auckland bus to Hobbiton for an official guided walk, Hobbit-hole stops, festive buffet lunch, and a drink at the Green Dragon Inn.
“We had a great time touring Hobbiton on our one day in Auckland before a cruise. Anna, our guide, was exceptional. She provided lots of interesting information about the sights and filming details in Hobbiton during our walking tour around the Shire. The highlight of the tour was our visit inside a hobbit hole: the…”
Small-group Hobbiton tour from Auckland with Waikato views, a guided 2.5-hour set visit, Green Dragon Inn drink, snacks, and return.
“A great experience, and well worth the money even if you aren't into the lore. I found it fascinating. It rained the day we went and we were sopping wet but had an amazing time all the same.”
Small-group premium Waiheke wine tasting with vineyard food pairing, scenic island tour, and transfers. Max 11 people, about 6 hours.
“We had a lovely time in Waiheke with our driver and guide Oliver. Our favorite stop was Casita Miro, we also enjoyed Oliver‘s commentary and knowledge about Waiheke. This experience is definitely worth it!”
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.
“You have to go to the Sky City Tower to exchange your voucher. I wish that had been listed in the booking. We had to ask several people before we got the correct directions. The summer tour is 2 hours and you see a lot of the city. Buses Read more”
Small-group Auckland day tour to Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves with lunch, pickup, and guided stops. Early start, big payoff.
“An early start to the tour, but well worth the wake-up and go! Trent was very knowledgeable. The Hobbiton and Waitimo pairing for the tour led to the perfect day!”
Half-day Auckland small-group tour with Harbour Bridge, Mt Eden summit views, North Shore photo stops, Ponsonby, and Mission Bay beaches.
“This tour gives you a very informative introduction to Auckland. it covers many aspacts from first settlement to today. We hihly recommend this tour”
Luxury catamaran eco cruise from Auckland to Hauraki Gulf Marine Park for dolphins, orcas and whales, with conservation science.
“couldn't fault it, had a great day with the Dolphins and Gannets, some fantastic pictures and the crew were very informative and polite.”
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.
“The sound up top needs to be improved. We could hardly hear the commentary. We also had a difficult time finding the bus stop. We were walking around in circles for about an hour. Signage could be improved. There’s also no garbage cans on the bus.”
Small-group Waiheke wine day trip from Auckland with ferry views, tastings at 4 wineries, and a relaxed lunch break. Max 10 people.
“Our guide, Justin. Lovely chat with him, was very informative and helpful. Definitely coming back to the island to explore more, thanks to him!”
Wētā Workshop Unleashed in Auckland turns film magic into hands-on practical effects, guided by creators in about 90 minutes.
“Completely different experience to Weta Wellington. Welly was an authentic inside look at a working workshop, this was definitely more a tourist attraction based on 3 scenarios created to show what they do. We liked it but didn't love it, but we're glad we saw both. We felt the janitor guide was a little condescending,…”
Two harbours, a gulf full of islands, and every day trip beyond the city.
