Visit East Tamaki
Popular places to visit
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.
Auckland Zoo
Encounter rare and endangered species from New Zealand and across the globe, including the pygmy marmoset and the huge white rhino.
Things to do
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Auckland: Hobbiton, Rotorua and Wai-O-Tapu Day Tour
Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Top hotels in East Tamaki
Novotel Auckland Airport
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
The Grand by SkyCity
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
SkyCity Hotel
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Tamaki
Papatoetoe
You'll enjoy the gardens and live music in Papatoetoe. You might want to make time for a stop at Papatoetoe Old Railway Station Building or Hunters Plaza.
Manukau
Manukau is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre and Rainbow's End while in the area.
Mount Wellington
Shopping, restaurants and lake views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Mount Wellington. Check out Sylvia Park Shopping Center or Flat Rock Reserve while you're exploring the area.
Ellerslie
Restaurants, shopping and spas highlight some of the notable features of Ellerslie. Make a stop by Ellerslie Racecourse while you're exploring.
Mangere
Mangere is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Villa Maria Auckland Winery or Otuataua Stonefields.
Remuera
Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Remuera Village Shopping Centre and Ellerslie Racecourse.