Freemans Bay Travel Guide
Auckland
Visit Freemans Bay
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.
Princes Wharf
During your trip to Auckland, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Princes Wharf. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Mount Eden
Take a walking trail that visits a volcano crater, a 19th-century prison and the historic buildings of this quaint village.
Things to do
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets
Auckland: Night Kayak Tour in Glowing Bioluminescent Waters
Auckland: Cathedral Cove and Coromandel Small Group Tours
Top hotels in Freemans Bay
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Possibly the best check in experience i've had at a hotel. Rhys couldn't have been more helpful and welcoming - a real credit to the hotel.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
SkyCity Hotel
Yes room was very clean
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
Staff was extremely courteous and friendly.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Staff was friendly. Rooms was large. Breakfast was on par with what I expected. Would stay again
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Courteous and efficient staff. Clean room. Comfortable bed. Very quiet. Excellent breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Pullman Auckland Airport
Naa
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Freemans Bay
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
Parnell
Visitors often come to Parnell for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Parnell Rose Gardens and Auckland Museum. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at The Strand Station.
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
