Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Auckland Region February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk # What to do in Auckland Region ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Auckland Region Types of activities Where to stay [Auckland Region travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Region.dx6060142) ![Skyline, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060142/043fb254-6751-407a-8ffc-828e677e0225.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Skyline, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060142/043fb254-6751-407a-8ffc-828e677e0225.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Visiting my brother in Matakana in the New Zealand's North Island I spent a whole day in Tawharanui Regional Park a whole 7 hours exploring beauty. This park and marine reserve is huge with Two beaches and a lagoon 💚. You can camp here or hire a regional Bach if your lucky. It is also a park with native Kiwis , my goal is to camp here on another trip one summer 🙏🏻](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635926198459/00f2a6ad-161f-4b6c-a05e-af67318bde1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![I am here on a holiday but this is the beach I grew up on pure New Zealand love ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6165936/12827cb8-029c-4a0f-b5ce-ce4f0fcba1de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Climb headlands , explore caves , collect seashells , watch fantails dance in the air for bugs. Swim and capture memories some of the many beautiful things to do at this beautiful New Zealand Regional Park Tawharanui 💚💚💚💚](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635926198459/7aff998a-55fb-4a8c-a5bb-8f56320d498e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## What to do in Auckland Region --- ### Popular places to visit ![Sky Tower featuring a city, central business district and skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055180/2acea9de-d01f-41a3-8705-83bbbc0042e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sky-Tower-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6055180.Attraction) ![Auckland Ferry Terminal which includes city views and a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6227247/66bef2da-e1de-4764-9e0a-499aa4566f6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Ferry-Terminal-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6227247.Attraction) ![Fog drifting over Mt Eden summit, Auckland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055184/5144881b-acdc-42a7-a328-86297f558bce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eden Park Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Eden-Park-Mount-Eden.d6055184.Attraction) ![Sunset on the Sky Tower in Auckland creating a moody backdrop. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/346/af467c93-0a67-4b10-b585-97015d85d68b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/SkyCity-Casino-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6227133.Attraction) ![Auckland CBD with Viaduct Basin in the foreground.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080549/41cebbe6-ccdb-4d0a-9ff8-4b16b89e6e58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Princes Wharf During your trip to Auckland, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Princes Wharf. Stroll along the area's marina or experience its fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Princes-Wharf-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6080549.Attraction) ![Mt. Eden featuring a high-rise building, a city and central business district](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508153/ce42b689-1f84-4457-a776-f8c870832def.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Eden Take a walking trail that visits a volcano crater, a 19th-century prison and the historic buildings of this quaint village. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Eden-Mount-Eden.d508153.Attraction) ![Building of the university of Auckland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080485/67b16873-0354-47b3-a2a3-a2347ac8df0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Auckland-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6080485.Attraction) ![Auckland Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080499/0d4239c9-e2e4-4679-8003-5d04809b1fdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Auckland Zoo Encounter rare and endangered species from New Zealand and across the globe, including the pygmy marmoset and the huge white rhino. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Zoo-Western-Springs.d6080499.Attraction) ![Orewa Beach which includes general coastal views, a sandy beach and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111632/ee9d1531-7b43-4ed0-a705-1016876565fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Orewa Beach If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Orewa Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Auckland. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Orewa-Beach-Auckland.d6111632.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Auckland Region ![Auckland CBD featuring street scenes and cbd](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052693/9cb8f51f-372d-47d8-898e-4c5cb6e73884.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Auckland Central Business District 4/5(215 area reviews) Explore Auckland’s inner-city hub to find historic architecture alongside contemporary designs, the revitalised Auckland Waterfront and a busy shopping precinct. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Auckland-Central-Business-District.dx6052693) ![tower in the sky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/692482636651651072/6120f60d-ef5b-4d69-b609-249ae9a41ea6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Auckland Airport If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Auckland-Airport.dx692482636651651072) ![Viaduct Harbour featuring landscape views, a city and a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139376/65e71575-7720-480a-95eb-6eda4107ff1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Viaduct Harbour Day or night, this modern marina precinct is a great spot to dine along the waterfront, attend yachting events and learn about the region’s maritime heritage. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Viaduct-Harbour.dx6139376) ![Rainbow\'s End which includes rides as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6170003/3f0bff4a-625c-4e38-a7d6-20d644c73228.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Manukau Find colorful markets, stunning gardens and New Zealand’s biggest theme park when you visit Auckland’s most multi-cultural district. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Manukau.dx602243) ![Auckland Domain which includes a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508152/a0dc37cb-546d-4039-95b0-c8fe3625a4d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Parnell 5/5(8 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Parnell.dx180396) ![A stunning Beach in New Zealand 🇳🇿 👍🏻](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/346/1c2d8b14-1146-41bb-85f2-e409b7041ca8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Takapuna.dx179331) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Auckland Region ![Sky Tower showing a city, cbd and skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052693/8983defc-4575-4e41-9e88-654be3c68388.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Auckland ![Cows graze on a lush green hillside pasture by the sea in New Zealand. The cows are eating grass, and the pasture is fenced. Great Barrier Island is in the distance.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1288/e46cdf9e-b2fb-4a65-b2ec-b4b0db553a35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Great Barrier Island ![Mangawhai Heads Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111690/745f6b9a-1089-477a-8fe1-9db7ccda2469.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Warkworth ![Orewa Beach featuring general coastal views, a beach and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111632/029dc09b-acfa-4703-a759-5f00133a1a10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Orewa ![medlands beach great barrier island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111662/86ec9388-8c3e-41e3-ac82-eaae53a5a3b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tryphena ![Pararekau Island and Manukau Harbour, Auckland, New Zealand, aerial view. Development in 2025 of gated exclusive subdivision on the island. Motorway, Karaka, Papakura, Takanini and Ardmore in distance](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135424/79b87aae-c41e-447d-88ea-7e91fbc384da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Papakura ![Bethells Beach which includes landscape views, tropical scenes and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142947/b6b992fb-0000-48ad-bcd0-92bb18f1507e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bethells Beach ![Great place to stay the night](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150807/434fb80a-fd1f-436e-92e3-14414ad9a369.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Omaha ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app