Wharekawa 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.
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.
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.
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.
Auckland Zoo
Encounter rare and endangered species from New Zealand and across the globe, including the pygmy marmoset and the huge white rhino.
Things to do
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets
Auckland: Hobbiton, Rotorua and Wai-O-Tapu Day Tour
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour
Top hotels in Wharekawa
Grafton Cottage & Chalets
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025
Tasman Holiday Parks - Miranda
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025
Rolleston Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025
Sunset Motel
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025
Avalon Motel Thames – Wenzel Motels
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Orere Point TOP 10 Holiday Park
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Wharekawa
Manukau
Manukau is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre and Rainbow's End while in the area.
Oneroa
Unique features of Oneroa include the wineries and beaches. Make a stop by Oneroa Beach or Palm Beach while you're exploring the area.
Papatoetoe
You'll enjoy the gardens and live music in Papatoetoe. You might want to make time for a stop at Papatoetoe Old Railway Station Building or Hunters Plaza.
Mount Wellington
Shopping, restaurants and lake views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Mount Wellington. Check out Sylvia Park Shopping Center or Flat Rock Reserve while you're exploring the area.
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 Formula E Indoor Raceway or Villa Maria Auckland Winery.
Auckland Airport
If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Treasure Island Adventure Golf are top sights worth seeing.