Botany Downs Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Sky Tower
Gaze at the view across Auckland from the top of New Zealand’s tallest tower while dining in a rotating restaurant, or take a dive in a cable-controlled jump.
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.
Eden Park
Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
Mt. Eden
Grab your walking boots and explore the historic buildings of the local village as well as a 19th century prison, before taking a peek into the volcano crater.
Activities
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Auckland: Hobbiton, Rotorua and Wai-O-Tapu Day Tour
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
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Reviewed on 7 Jan. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Botany Downs
Ellerslie
Restaurants, shopping and spas highlight some of the notable features of Ellerslie. Make a stop by Ellerslie Racecourse while you're exploring.
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.
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.
Mission Bay
When in Mission Bay, you can plan a visit to Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World and Kohimarama Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 Villa Maria Auckland Winery or Otuataua Stonefields.
- Places of interest
- Hotels Near Auckland, Auckland Region
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- More holiday ideas
- Auckland Ferry Terminal
- Sky Tower
- SkyCity Casino
- Eden Park
- Princes Wharf
- Mt. Eden
- Auckland Zoo
- Mt. Smart Stadium
- Spark Arena
- Rainbow's End
- Queens Wharf
- Auckland City Hospital
- Sylvia Park Shopping Center
- Auckland War Memorial Museum
- Auckland Domain
- Matiatia Wharf Ferry Terminal
- ASB Showgrounds
- Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre
- Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World
- Palm Beach
- Mercy Ascot Hospital