Western Springs Travel Guide
Auckland
Visit Western Springs
Popular places to visit
Auckland Zoo
Encounter rare and endangered species from New Zealand and across the globe, including the pygmy marmoset and the huge white rhino.
Western Springs Lakeside Park
After visiting Western Springs Lakeside Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in 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.
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.
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
Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour
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
Top hotels in Western Springs
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Excellent service, beautiful room, brilliant club lounge
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
SkyCity Hotel
Spotless room and friendly staff
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
Clean.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Welcoming staff, clean room, comfortable bed.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Everything was clean and tidy. Bed was huge and super comfortable, staff incredibly friendly
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Pullman Auckland Airport
Staff were great and very assistive
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Western Springs
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
