South Auckland
Travel Guide
Visit South Auckland
Where to stay in South Auckland
Auckland Airport
If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Wiri
You'll enjoy the theme parks and shopping in Wiri. You might want to make time for a stop at Vector Wero Whitewater Park or Colin Dale Park KartSport.
Mangere Bridge
Travellers like the parks in Mangere Bridge, and Ambury Regional Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Māngere East
While Māngere East isn't home to many top sights, Papatoetoe Old Railway Station Building and Crater Hill are some notable places to visit nearby.
Novotel Auckland Airport
Rooms Were quiet and cool. We had bumpy ride and long layover at Auckland we were able to book and get my sick friend some much needed rest on our 24 hour fly day. Staff were super friendly
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Good room airport shuttle
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
ibis budget Auckland Airport
Very convenient to airport. Walkable but also a bus is available to the airport Restaurant right next door Helpful staff
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
The Sebel Auckland Manukau
Staff were excellent, area not so great. Room was a bit small. Had to pay an extra $15 to park there overnight…
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
MCentral Apartments Manukau
Nice location it’s where is Hindi place near to airport is well
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Proximity Apartments Manukau Auckland Airport
It was nice and clean the sheets were amazing to sleep under, views were great we saw dragon dancing over by the park in of the days. The staff could not be more helpful anything we asked they were ACE
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Popular places to visit
Rainbow's End
Get drenched on a log flume, dry out on an 18-story drop ride and test your limits on a corkscrew roller coaster at this theme park.
Butterfly Creek
See the exotic and native animals who call Butterfly Creek home 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.
Things to do
Infinity Float Tank Experience for Couples
Auckland Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)
Hell's Gate Mud Spa & Thermal Park Group Day Tour from Auckland
