Hillsborough Travel Guide
Auckland
Visit Hillsborough
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.
Eden Park
Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Auckland Zoo
Encounter rare and endangered species from New Zealand and across the globe, including the pygmy marmoset and the huge white rhino.
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.
Queens Wharf
Explore the waterfront in Auckland with a trip to Queens Wharf. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
2025 Award Winning: Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Top hotels in Hillsborough
Solsen Flexi Stay & Motel
"The only problem we faced were every door has a fire alram door with green and we thought we couldnt get access"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
"Wonderful hotel, lovely rooms well Appointed with baths,"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
"Love everything about this hotel. From staff to room, to staff at breakfast buffet area - exceptional services 🥰❤️🙏. 100000000% recommend to everyone."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
The Grand by SkyCity
"Absolutely fabulous hotel and value."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
"Hotel was great! Allowed for an extremely early check-in for a small fee which we were greatful for! Good walking distance to the shopping, skytower, casino, and food areas. A little far from the bridge and main strip by the water"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Horizon by SkyCity
Other neighbourhoods around Hillsborough
Epsom
Unique features of Epsom include the theatres and spas. Make a stop by Alexandra Park or ASB Showgrounds while you're exploring the area.
Mount Eden
Unique features of Mount Eden include the bars and shopping. Make a stop by Mount Eden or Eden Park 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.
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Remuera
Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Remuera Village Shopping Centre and Ellerslie Racecourse.
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 Otuataua Stonefields or JKs Driving Range.
