Popular places to visit
Grafton Bridge
Learn about the local history of Auckland when you take a trip to Grafton Bridge. Discover the fascinating museums and shops 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.
Queens Wharf
Explore the waterfront in Auckland with a trip to Queens Wharf. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Full-Day Trip
Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch
Top hotels in Grafton
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
I really like the shuttle service, it was amazing!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Nesuto St Martins Apartment Hotel
We booked the 2 bedroom apartment. Was really clean. Had a washer/drier in bathroom which was convenient. Nice and quiet. The lady on reception was really nice.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Nice, clean and spacious room. 24 hr shuttle service is the best.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Novotel Auckland Airport
I love that it is Maori owned!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
SkyCity Hotel
Enjoyed our stay, very central to Viaduct, staff were very helpful. Will stay again if up this way
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Rydges Auckland
The lifts are terrible but a nice stay
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Grafton
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Parnell
Visitors often come to Parnell for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Parnell Rose Gardens and Auckland War Memorial Museum. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at The Strand Station.
Auckland Central Business District
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Auckland Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Queen Street Shopping District and High Street, and jump on the metro at Gaunt Street Tram Stop or Halsey Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
