What to do in South Auckland

Activities, attractions and tours
Rainbow\'s End showing rides and a water park as well as a family

South Auckland Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that South Auckland has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to South Auckland, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to South Auckland with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in South Auckland

South Auckland is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in South Auckland, and make it a breeze to explore South Auckland and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in South Auckland to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to South Auckland, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in South Auckland.

South Auckland attractions

South Auckland has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in South Auckland to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of South Auckland.

Looking for things to do in South Auckland can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of South Auckland or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to South Auckland attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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Most fun & popular experiences in South Auckland

Recommended things to do in South Auckland

Number of things to do
1
Things to do from
£563
Cheapest thing to do
Piha & Karekare - Bay Of The Boisterous Seas - Private Tour
Top 5 things to do
Half-day tours
With kids

Popular places to visit

Explore areas of South Auckland

Butterfly Creek which includes marine life

Auckland Airport

If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Treasure Island Adventure Golf are top sights worth seeing.

Auckland Airport
Rainbow\'s End which includes rides, a pool and a water park

Manukau

Find colorful markets, stunning gardens and New Zealand’s biggest theme park when you visit Auckland’s most multi-cultural district.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Manurewa

Travellers enjoy Manurewa for its parks and theme parks. Consider checking out Auckland Botanical Gardens while you're in the area.

Manurewa

Day trip destinations from South Auckland