Guidebook for Auckland Central

Benjamin
Guidebook for Auckland Central

Food Scene

Good food at cheap as prices. Perfect for the budget minded visitor to Auckland.
12 locals recommend
Food Alley
9 Albert St
12 locals recommend
Good food at cheap as prices. Perfect for the budget minded visitor to Auckland.
Bars, cafes, outdoor cinema, and markets on the weekend. Silo Park is a newly developed area of Auckland's waterfront.
81 locals recommend
Silo Park
Jellicoe Street
81 locals recommend
Bars, cafes, outdoor cinema, and markets on the weekend. Silo Park is a newly developed area of Auckland's waterfront.
Excellent coffee and brunch menu. Serving free range organic eggs, and freedom farmed bacon Fed and Wolfe is a popular place for the business morning crowd and local city residents on the weekends.
79 locals recommend
Federal Delicatessen
86 Federal Street
79 locals recommend
Excellent coffee and brunch menu. Serving free range organic eggs, and freedom farmed bacon Fed and Wolfe is a popular place for the business morning crowd and local city residents on the weekends.
The fried chicken is a must try, along with the a jug of Plumb Margarita! - It's Mexico, right here in Central Auckland.
28 locals recommend
Mexico Britomart
23 Britomart Pl
28 locals recommend
The fried chicken is a must try, along with the a jug of Plumb Margarita! - It's Mexico, right here in Central Auckland.
The team here are amazing. Pop in on the way up to the apartment for a coffee. No NZD on you? No worries, they run a Gift Economy model. Order and pay now, later, or never.
Espresso Coffee School
467 New North Road
The team here are amazing. Pop in on the way up to the apartment for a coffee. No NZD on you? No worries, they run a Gift Economy model. Order and pay now, later, or never.
One of my favorite places to eat when I feel like something a little bit special but nothing too pricey.
56 locals recommend
Ortolana
33 Tyler St
56 locals recommend
One of my favorite places to eat when I feel like something a little bit special but nothing too pricey.
Go on, treat yourself to a 5 or 9 course Degustation at one of Auckland's best restaurants. Best of all, its right next door!
21 locals recommend
The Grove Restaurant
Wyndham Street
21 locals recommend
Go on, treat yourself to a 5 or 9 course Degustation at one of Auckland's best restaurants. Best of all, its right next door!
An icon in Auckland's rainbow community, SPQR serves up excellent food with service to match, in a vibrant, popular location.
71 locals recommend
SPQR
150 Ponsonby Rd
71 locals recommend
An icon in Auckland's rainbow community, SPQR serves up excellent food with service to match, in a vibrant, popular location.
Brunch, lunch and more good coffee. The team at Chuffed are top notch and will make you feel right at home. The rear courtyard is quiet and cozy perfect an escape form the hustle and bustle of queen street. It's tucked down the back of a commercial building entrance keep a look out as you walk up High Street for their sign out front. Quite busy at lunchtime weekdays, and weekend bunch time so get in early for a table.
38 locals recommend
Chuffed
43 High St
38 locals recommend
Brunch, lunch and more good coffee. The team at Chuffed are top notch and will make you feel right at home. The rear courtyard is quiet and cozy perfect an escape form the hustle and bustle of queen street. It's tucked down the back of a commercial building entrance keep a look out as you walk up High Street for their sign out front. Quite busy at lunchtime weekdays, and weekend bunch time so get in early for a table.
Located in the 'Pavilions' just behind the Britomart Train station, the Store has a beautiful Brunch and Lunch menu from a locally sourced family farms and garden. Sun hats provided to make the most of this sunny outdoor spot.
23 locals recommend
The Store
5B Gore St
23 locals recommend
Located in the 'Pavilions' just behind the Britomart Train station, the Store has a beautiful Brunch and Lunch menu from a locally sourced family farms and garden. Sun hats provided to make the most of this sunny outdoor spot.
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17 locals recommend
Grey Lynn Farmers Market
510 Richmond Rd
17 locals recommend
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http://www.avondalesundaymarkets.co.nz/
21 locals recommend
Avondale Market
2 Ash St
21 locals recommend
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http://www.parnell.org.nz/Parnell-Trust-Farmers-Market-Auckland.htm
38 locals recommend
Parnell Farmers' Market
545 Parnell Rd
38 locals recommend
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The Otara Markets are a vibrant and diverse market in the heart of Auckland's Polynesian community. Discover new foods, grab a bargain, and experience Auckland's diverse cultures.
7 locals recommend
Otara Flea Market
Newbury Street
7 locals recommend
The Otara Markets are a vibrant and diverse market in the heart of Auckland's Polynesian community. Discover new foods, grab a bargain, and experience Auckland's diverse cultures.
41 locals recommend
Giapo
12 Gore St
41 locals recommend
Staying with me? Use your included ATHOP cards and take the InnerLink bus towards Parnell. A short walk will have you caffeinated and well fed in no time. A not to be missed, small but busy, and vibrant outdoor market, only minutes away from the central city area. Supurb coffee, artisan foods, fresh produce, and live entertainment make this a brilliant Saturday morning activity. Also known as 'The French Market', and La Cigale is also a restaurant on certain nights.
67 locals recommend
La Cigale French Market
67 locals recommend
Staying with me? Use your included ATHOP cards and take the InnerLink bus towards Parnell. A short walk will have you caffeinated and well fed in no time. A not to be missed, small but busy, and vibrant outdoor market, only minutes away from the central city area. Supurb coffee, artisan foods, fresh produce, and live entertainment make this a brilliant Saturday morning activity. Also known as 'The French Market', and La Cigale is also a restaurant on certain nights.

Sightseeing

Visit a Volcano! Right in the Auckland Harbor, a quick ferry ride will take you to the Island where you can walk to the summit and take in spectacular views of Auckland City. $29 return.
280 locals recommend
Rangitoto Island Scenic Reserve
280 locals recommend
Visit a Volcano! Right in the Auckland Harbor, a quick ferry ride will take you to the Island where you can walk to the summit and take in spectacular views of Auckland City. $29 return.
Staying with me? Guests have the Waiheke ferry, and local Waiheke buses included in their stay. Just use your included ATHOP card for easy travel like a local. Love wine? Excellent vineyards, and beaches to visit. Just 45min ferry ride from Downtown Auckland.
407 locals recommend
Waiheke Island
25 Karaka Rd
407 locals recommend
Staying with me? Guests have the Waiheke ferry, and local Waiheke buses included in their stay. Just use your included ATHOP card for easy travel like a local. Love wine? Excellent vineyards, and beaches to visit. Just 45min ferry ride from Downtown Auckland.
Staying with me? Guests have the Devonport ferry included in their stay. Just use your included ATHOP card to tag on and tag off like a local. Jump aboard a Devonport ferry, and take a walk to North Head for stunning views of Auckland, wander through old war tunnels, and sit on a Big Gun (For a shorter walk see Mt Victoria in Devonport).
North Head
Staying with me? Guests have the Devonport ferry included in their stay. Just use your included ATHOP card to tag on and tag off like a local. Jump aboard a Devonport ferry, and take a walk to North Head for stunning views of Auckland, wander through old war tunnels, and sit on a Big Gun (For a shorter walk see Mt Victoria in Devonport).
Staying with me? My guests have travel along the waterfront Mission Bay and Sealife included in their stay. Just use your included ATHOP card to travel like a local. Auckland's most popular inner city beach. Grab a bus, or a free NextBike cycle from downtown and enjoy the sun and sand of Mission Bay, fine eateries, and views to Rangitoto.
250 locals recommend
Mission Bay
250 locals recommend
Staying with me? My guests have travel along the waterfront Mission Bay and Sealife included in their stay. Just use your included ATHOP card to travel like a local. Auckland's most popular inner city beach. Grab a bus, or a free NextBike cycle from downtown and enjoy the sun and sand of Mission Bay, fine eateries, and views to Rangitoto.
360 degree views of Auckland, and if you're keen a walk on the outside of the tower or a jump off it!
15 locals recommend
SKYCITY Theatre
Wellesley Street West
15 locals recommend
360 degree views of Auckland, and if you're keen a walk on the outside of the tower or a jump off it!
Staying with me? My guests have the Devonport ferry included in their stay. Just use your included ATHOP card to travel like a local. Take a ferry over to Devonport, and explore an old quiet Auckland suburb. The main street is lined with cafes, and unique shopping experiences. Talk an easy walk up Mt Victoria and take in 360 views of Auckland from across the harbor. For Tunnels and Beaches head around the waterfront to North Head (see North Head).
224 locals recommend
Devonport
224 locals recommend
Staying with me? My guests have the Devonport ferry included in their stay. Just use your included ATHOP card to travel like a local. Take a ferry over to Devonport, and explore an old quiet Auckland suburb. The main street is lined with cafes, and unique shopping experiences. Talk an easy walk up Mt Victoria and take in 360 views of Auckland from across the harbor. For Tunnels and Beaches head around the waterfront to North Head (see North Head).
Wild, rugged, and like a trip back in time. Great Barrier Island is the perfect get-away-from-it-all spot. Windswept beaches, hiking trails, and accommodation from camping to Luxury villas.
8 locals recommend
Great Barrier Island
8 locals recommend
Wild, rugged, and like a trip back in time. Great Barrier Island is the perfect get-away-from-it-all spot. Windswept beaches, hiking trails, and accommodation from camping to Luxury villas.
I've done the SkyWalk twice. You should do it once at least. Take a walk on the wild side and walk on the outside of the SkyTower. Will you be brave enough to lean over 1m ledge your balanced on?
13 locals recommend
AJ Hackett SkyWalk & SkyJump
72 Victoria St W
13 locals recommend
I've done the SkyWalk twice. You should do it once at least. Take a walk on the wild side and walk on the outside of the SkyTower. Will you be brave enough to lean over 1m ledge your balanced on?
Take in 360 degree views of Auckland City. You;ll be surpised how big it really is! Feeling fit? Do the Coast to Coast Walk from the Central City to Manakau Harbour taking in One Tree Hill. 18KM o/w
279 locals recommend
One Tree Hill
670 Manukau Rd
279 locals recommend
Take in 360 degree views of Auckland City. You;ll be surpised how big it really is! Feeling fit? Do the Coast to Coast Walk from the Central City to Manakau Harbour taking in One Tree Hill. 18KM o/w
Staying with me? Download the NextBike app on your phone, and ask for my NextBike account details. Grab a NextBike from the Ferry building, or North Wharf and take a cycle or walk along the Auckland Waterfront past super-yachts and to the Auckland Harbor Bridge. Look back towards the city frequently for those iconic Auckland skyline selfies.
Westhaven Drive
Westhaven Drive
Staying with me? Download the NextBike app on your phone, and ask for my NextBike account details. Grab a NextBike from the Ferry building, or North Wharf and take a cycle or walk along the Auckland Waterfront past super-yachts and to the Auckland Harbor Bridge. Look back towards the city frequently for those iconic Auckland skyline selfies.
Enjoy a day relaxing on Takapuna Beach. Wide, long, calm and protected there's plenty of space for all on this popular beach.
81 locals recommend
Takapuna Beach
81 locals recommend
Enjoy a day relaxing on Takapuna Beach. Wide, long, calm and protected there's plenty of space for all on this popular beach.
Staying with me? Download the NextBike app on your phone, and ask for my NextBike account details. High above Auckland's motorway system, Auckland's latest walking and cycle path, is bright pink! Take in the northern harbour views and city skyline from our new bright pink cycle way - Te Ara I Whiti - the Light Path. It's pretty at night too if you're a night owl or want some iconic photos. Grab a NextBike from downtown next to the ferry and take an easy cycle along the wateront, up to Ponsonby and along Te Ara I Whiti - The Light Path back downhill to the waterfront.
Te Ara I Whiti - The Lightpath
Staying with me? Download the NextBike app on your phone, and ask for my NextBike account details. High above Auckland's motorway system, Auckland's latest walking and cycle path, is bright pink! Take in the northern harbour views and city skyline from our new bright pink cycle way - Te Ara I Whiti - the Light Path. It's pretty at night too if you're a night owl or want some iconic photos. Grab a NextBike from downtown next to the ferry and take an easy cycle along the wateront, up to Ponsonby and along Te Ara I Whiti - The Light Path back downhill to the waterfront.

Drinks & Nightlife

Red Bar is Auckland's best kept secret when it comes to the bar scene. A loyal following, Red provides a comfortable and relaxed space with expertly constructed cocktails, while showcasing our thriving DJ scene.
Red Bar
57 Pitt St
Red Bar is Auckland's best kept secret when it comes to the bar scene. A loyal following, Red provides a comfortable and relaxed space with expertly constructed cocktails, while showcasing our thriving DJ scene.
The main Gar Bar in Auckland. Fun on a Friday and Saturday night.
18 locals recommend
Family Bar and Club
270 Karangahape Rd
18 locals recommend
The main Gar Bar in Auckland. Fun on a Friday and Saturday night.
Large selection of bars, cafes and restaurants to pick from. All overlooking the Auckland Viaduct Harbor..
82 locals recommend
Viaduct Harbour Avenue
Viaduct Harbour Avenue
82 locals recommend
Large selection of bars, cafes and restaurants to pick from. All overlooking the Auckland Viaduct Harbor..
You won't find Homer Simpson in here, but you will find a cute compact corner bar, with perfectly formed cocktails to kick start your night or a quick night cap on your way home from the waterfront.
8 locals recommend
Mo's
5 Federal St
8 locals recommend
You won't find Homer Simpson in here, but you will find a cute compact corner bar, with perfectly formed cocktails to kick start your night or a quick night cap on your way home from the waterfront.
An Auckland institution The Classic has been serving up new and established comedians for decades. Go late for a rowdy crowd and guaranteed giggles!
41 locals recommend
Classic Comedy & Bar
321 Queen St
41 locals recommend
An Auckland institution The Classic has been serving up new and established comedians for decades. Go late for a rowdy crowd and guaranteed giggles!
Craft beer for all at this waterfront spot. An impressive selection of craft beers from across New Zealand.
10 locals recommend
16 Tun
26 Jellicoe St
10 locals recommend
Craft beer for all at this waterfront spot. An impressive selection of craft beers from across New Zealand.
A small and friendly bar popular with the LGBTI community. It's a great place if you want to strike up a convo. with a random, before you hit the dance floor at Family Bar directly opposite.
9 locals recommend
The Eagle Bar
259 Karangahape Rd
9 locals recommend
A small and friendly bar popular with the LGBTI community. It's a great place if you want to strike up a convo. with a random, before you hit the dance floor at Family Bar directly opposite.
Craft beer, and lots of it. Located in the City Works Depot area, this is a craft beer bonanza. Located conveniently next to a number of excellent food joints.
22 locals recommend
Brothers Beer & Juke Joint BBQ | City Works Depot
90 Wellesley St W
22 locals recommend
Craft beer, and lots of it. Located in the City Works Depot area, this is a craft beer bonanza. Located conveniently next to a number of excellent food joints.

Arts & Culture

Excellent New Zealand Art collection and from time to time international exhibitions to view. Free entry to all people. Fery helpful and friendly staff.
606 locals recommend
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki
Wellesley Street East
606 locals recommend
Excellent New Zealand Art collection and from time to time international exhibitions to view. Free entry to all people. Fery helpful and friendly staff.
Don't let the name put you off. Packed with icons and artifacts from the Pacific region, NZ history and the daily indigenous cultural performance you won't want to miss.
787 locals recommend
Auckland War Memorial Museum
787 locals recommend
Don't let the name put you off. Packed with icons and artifacts from the Pacific region, NZ history and the daily indigenous cultural performance you won't want to miss.
Catch a show, dance performance, comedy gig usually with a distinctly New Zealand flavour, in this small intimate theatre space.
33 locals recommend
Q Theatre
305 Queen St
33 locals recommend
Catch a show, dance performance, comedy gig usually with a distinctly New Zealand flavour, in this small intimate theatre space.
Travel into the past, and back to the future with MOTAT.
197 locals recommend
Museum of Transport and Technology
805 Great N Rd
197 locals recommend
Travel into the past, and back to the future with MOTAT.
25 locals recommend
Aotea Centre
50 Mayoral Dr
25 locals recommend
38 locals recommend
Auckland Town Hall
Queen Street
38 locals recommend
114 locals recommend
The Civic
269-287 Wellesley St W
114 locals recommend

Entertainment & Activities

Art house films your thing? Academy is the movie in the basement of the Auckland City Library.
26 locals recommend
Academy Cinemas
44 Lorne St
26 locals recommend
Art house films your thing? Academy is the movie in the basement of the Auckland City Library.
See a real live Kiwi! (The Bird not he fruit or human).
382 locals recommend
Auckland Zoo
382 locals recommend
See a real live Kiwi! (The Bird not he fruit or human).
Penguins, Antarctica, Sharks, Sting Rays and more. Explore the polar region of Antarctica and find out what's in New Zealand's oceans at Kelly Tarlton's. Staying with me? Travel along the waterfront to Sealife is included using your ATHOP card provided during your stay. It's a flat easy walk or cycle too (see NextBike)
228 locals recommend
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium
23 Tamaki Dr
228 locals recommend
Penguins, Antarctica, Sharks, Sting Rays and more. Explore the polar region of Antarctica and find out what's in New Zealand's oceans at Kelly Tarlton's. Staying with me? Travel along the waterfront to Sealife is included using your ATHOP card provided during your stay. It's a flat easy walk or cycle too (see NextBike)
Grab a sun lounger and work on that tan. Don't forget the sunblock though!
37 locals recommend
Parnell Baths
25 Judges Bay Rd
37 locals recommend
Grab a sun lounger and work on that tan. Don't forget the sunblock though!
Staying with me? Travel up to Waiwera is included using your included ATHOP cards. Beat the Auckland winter, and relax, unwind and enjoy a soak in the naturally heated thermal hot pools at Waiwera Thermal Spa. Movie Pool, Hydro-slides, and Private Spa chalets. $26 per Adult. Private Spas are $60 per couple.
9 locals recommend
Waiwera
9 locals recommend
Staying with me? Travel up to Waiwera is included using your included ATHOP cards. Beat the Auckland winter, and relax, unwind and enjoy a soak in the naturally heated thermal hot pools at Waiwera Thermal Spa. Movie Pool, Hydro-slides, and Private Spa chalets. $26 per Adult. Private Spas are $60 per couple.
The ASB Classic and the Heineken Open are played right here in the city. An easy walk from the apartment, or take a bus from the front door for a short 5min ride to the Tennis Centre.
6 locals recommend
ASB Tennis Arena
1 Tennis Ln
6 locals recommend
The ASB Classic and the Heineken Open are played right here in the city. An easy walk from the apartment, or take a bus from the front door for a short 5min ride to the Tennis Centre.
Kiwi's love rugby, and Eden Park is the place to get among the action and watch a game live. So pick a team, get your face-paint on, wrap up warm, and head to a night game at Eden Park. Staying with me? Use your included ATHOP card to take a Western Line train from Britomart (3min from appt), to Kingsland Station (not Mt Eden as you might assume).
142 locals recommend
Eden Park
Reimers Avenue
142 locals recommend
Kiwi's love rugby, and Eden Park is the place to get among the action and watch a game live. So pick a team, get your face-paint on, wrap up warm, and head to a night game at Eden Park. Staying with me? Use your included ATHOP card to take a Western Line train from Britomart (3min from appt), to Kingsland Station (not Mt Eden as you might assume).

Parks & Nature

A large park in Auckland and home to the Auckland Museum, with the Botanic Gardens, Duck Pond, and walks/running tracks to enjoy.
250 locals recommend
Auckland Domain
Park Road
250 locals recommend
A large park in Auckland and home to the Auckland Museum, with the Botanic Gardens, Duck Pond, and walks/running tracks to enjoy.
Rugged and wild, west coast Auckland surf beach. Perfect for surfing, and a swim if you're comfortable in the water.
145 locals recommend
Piha
145 locals recommend
Rugged and wild, west coast Auckland surf beach. Perfect for surfing, and a swim if you're comfortable in the water.
A lovely oasis in the central city, set to a backdrop of old meets new with the Auckland Sky Tower looming over the old St Patrick's Cathedral. Check out the fountain lights at night.
St Patricks Square
A lovely oasis in the central city, set to a backdrop of old meets new with the Auckland Sky Tower looming over the old St Patrick's Cathedral. Check out the fountain lights at night.
Staying with me? My guests have waterfront buses to Mission Bay, St Helliers Bay, and Kohimarama included in their stay. Just use your included ATHOP card to travel like a local. Take a dip and cool off in this slightly less busy but still popular city beach.
24 locals recommend
Kohimarama Beach
24 locals recommend
Staying with me? My guests have waterfront buses to Mission Bay, St Helliers Bay, and Kohimarama included in their stay. Just use your included ATHOP card to travel like a local. Take a dip and cool off in this slightly less busy but still popular city beach.
A wild West Coast Beach. Check out the massive sand dunes, and lake in the middle of them.
106 locals recommend
Bethells Beach
106 locals recommend
A wild West Coast Beach. Check out the massive sand dunes, and lake in the middle of them.
The northern most of the Auckland wild, windswept and rugged west coast beaches. Popular surfing spot. Excellent coastal walking.
115 locals recommend
Muriwai
115 locals recommend
The northern most of the Auckland wild, windswept and rugged west coast beaches. Popular surfing spot. Excellent coastal walking.
Outstanding natural beauty right on Aucklands doorstep. With a large network of walking/hiking tracks in native new Zealand bush. Possible to get to on Public transport with your included ATHOP cards.
24 locals recommend
Waitakere Ranges
24 locals recommend
Outstanding natural beauty right on Aucklands doorstep. With a large network of walking/hiking tracks in native new Zealand bush. Possible to get to on Public transport with your included ATHOP cards.
A 'new' wildlife island in Auckland's Hauraki gulf. Beaches, BBQ's, walking trails, and sclupture await you on your day trip to Rotoroa Island. Keep an eye out for the cheeky Weka, but unfortunately the Kiwi on the island are party animals, and only come out at night.
Rotoroa Island
A 'new' wildlife island in Auckland's Hauraki gulf. Beaches, BBQ's, walking trails, and sclupture await you on your day trip to Rotoroa Island. Keep an eye out for the cheeky Weka, but unfortunately the Kiwi on the island are party animals, and only come out at night.
Located right next to the universities in Auckland this is a beautifully landscaped park that's always got something happening. Feel like a bit of time out from a busy day sightseeing, take a book and read under the trees, sunbathe on the lawns, or watch the people and world go by.
150 locals recommend
Albert Park
33-43 Princes St
150 locals recommend
Located right next to the universities in Auckland this is a beautifully landscaped park that's always got something happening. Feel like a bit of time out from a busy day sightseeing, take a book and read under the trees, sunbathe on the lawns, or watch the people and world go by.
99 locals recommend
Auckland Botanic Gardens
102 Hill Rd
99 locals recommend

Getting Around

Stay with me and you'll be a 5min walk to the Britomart Transport Centre - Auckland's hub for Trains, and Bus connections around the city.
359 locals recommend
Britomart
1150 Shortland St
359 locals recommend
Stay with me and you'll be a 5min walk to the Britomart Transport Centre - Auckland's hub for Trains, and Bus connections around the city.
The SkyBus Express has changed and is no longer the most convenient way to travel into the city during week days, and weekend days. Local tip: Use the AirPorter380 (Manukau bound) bus service to Papatoetoe train station, and take a quiet, brand new, comfortable electric train into the heart of central Auckland (see my Papatoetoe train station guide). Easy as. For late or super early arrivals, the SkyBus is still the best option.
8 locals recommend
Auckland International Airport station
Ray Emery Drive
8 locals recommend
The SkyBus Express has changed and is no longer the most convenient way to travel into the city during week days, and weekend days. Local tip: Use the AirPorter380 (Manukau bound) bus service to Papatoetoe train station, and take a quiet, brand new, comfortable electric train into the heart of central Auckland (see my Papatoetoe train station guide). Easy as. For late or super early arrivals, the SkyBus is still the best option.
This is the main ferry terminal on Waiheke Island where you'll begin and end your Waiheke adventures.
20 locals recommend
Matiatia Wharf station
20 locals recommend
This is the main ferry terminal on Waiheke Island where you'll begin and end your Waiheke adventures.
A local inside tip to getting to/from the Airport. Catch the AirPorter 380 to Papatoetoe Train station (catch the Manukau direction bus, and get off at Papatoetoe) then catch a train right into downtown central Auckland. Trains leave approx every 10 mins. Purchase tickets on platform with cash or cards.
14 locals recommend
Papatoetoe station
14 locals recommend
A local inside tip to getting to/from the Airport. Catch the AirPorter 380 to Papatoetoe Train station (catch the Manukau direction bus, and get off at Papatoetoe) then catch a train right into downtown central Auckland. Trains leave approx every 10 mins. Purchase tickets on platform with cash or cards.
Note, the Sky Bus no longer departs or arrives from downtown Auckland. It is a 15-20 min walk from the upper Queen Street stop to downtown. For weekday/weekend day arrivals and departures (described towards the airport here) take a train to Papatoetoe, and transfer for a short ride to the Airport on the Onehunga or Airport bound AirPorter380 service. Easy as. For arrivals into the city take the Manukau bound AirPorter380 bus to Papatoetoe train station, and a train to Britomart train station. The SkyBus is still a good option for later arrivals into the city when trains finish.
10 locals recommend
Skybus Stop 1464
396 Queen St
10 locals recommend
Note, the Sky Bus no longer departs or arrives from downtown Auckland. It is a 15-20 min walk from the upper Queen Street stop to downtown. For weekday/weekend day arrivals and departures (described towards the airport here) take a train to Papatoetoe, and transfer for a short ride to the Airport on the Onehunga or Airport bound AirPorter380 service. Easy as. For arrivals into the city take the Manukau bound AirPorter380 bus to Papatoetoe train station, and a train to Britomart train station. The SkyBus is still a good option for later arrivals into the city when trains finish.
This is one of the main inter-city and tour bus arrival and departure points. Home to InterCity Coach-lines and some others. Note, MANA Bus, Naked Bus leave from downtown Auckland and not from this terminal.
15 locals recommend
InterCity Sky City Bus Terminal
102 Hobson St
15 locals recommend
This is one of the main inter-city and tour bus arrival and departure points. Home to InterCity Coach-lines and some others. Note, MANA Bus, Naked Bus leave from downtown Auckland and not from this terminal.