Popular places to visit
Crystal Mountain
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Crystal Mountain during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Eden Park
Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
SkyCity Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Casino during your time in Auckland? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
University of Auckland
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Auckland during your visit to Auckland. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras
Wētā Workshop Unleashed Tour - Auckland
Top hotels in Swanson
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Good size room 424. Quiet. Bedding is absolute top ! Shower worked well. Food definitely above the cut. Last morning we enjoyed the breakfast at 8. We entered at 10. Some items like avocado were already no longer available. Restaurant could use a bit a renovation. I believe last update was well before ...
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Staff very polite and lovely,our room was so clean and prepared,service was full on amazing.This is the best Hotel we've ever been to in Auckland and I know we will be booking through here in future.Thank You for everything Heartland
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Novotel Auckland Airport
Great location just over the road from the international airport. Quick and easy check in, before long you’re relaxing in your clean, quiet and comfy room!
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
The Grand by SkyCity
Fantastic hotel, great location even better staff!
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Rydges Auckland
Great
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
SkyCity Hotel
10
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Swanson
Henderson
Henderson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trusts Stadium and Whoa! Studios.
Grey Lynn
Restaurants, spas and shopping highlight some of the noteworthy features of Grey Lynn. Make a stop by Ponsonby Road or Grey Lynn Paddling Pool while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Mount Eden
Unique features of Mount Eden include the bars and shopping. Make a stop by Mount Eden or Eden Park while you're exploring the area.
Viaduct Harbour
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are a few things travellers 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.
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
