Red Beach Travel Guide
Auckland

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 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.

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.

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

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

Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras
Top hotels in Red Beach

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Fantastic gluten free breakfast. They even made us gluten free pancakes.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Grand Millennium Auckland
This place is wonderful! Breakfast is a full Buffet . Staff was one of the best we have worked with!
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Nice relaxing
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

SkyCity Hotel
Porters were superb
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

The Grand by SkyCity
Clean Room Convenient *had to wait a bit before we can check in
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Rydges Auckland
Good location, with a good size room that was clean with a nice view of the city. The ground floor bar and restaurant with buffet breakfast available in the morning was very convenient.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Red Beach

Albany
Unique features of Albany include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by North Harbour Stadium or Westfield Albany Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.

Takapuna
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Takapuna. A stop by Bruce Mason Centre or Takapuna Beach might round out your trip.

Devonport
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Devonport. Make a stop by Cheltenham Beach or Waitemata Harbour 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.

Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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.
