Botany Downs Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Botany Downs
Popular places to visit
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.
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
The pygmy marmoset and the massive white rhino are among the rare wildlife you’ll find here, along with species from across New Zealand and beyond.
Activities
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Auckland: Hobbiton, Rotorua and Wai-O-Tapu Day Tour
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Our pick of the best Botany Downs Hotel Deals
Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025
Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025
Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025
Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025
Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025
Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Botany Downs
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.
Ellerslie
Restaurants, shopping and spas highlight some of the notable features of Ellerslie. Make a stop by Ellerslie Racecourse while you're exploring.
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
- Sky Tower
- Auckland Ferry Terminal
- Eden Park
- SkyCity Casino
- Spark Arena
- Princes Wharf
- Auckland Zoo
- Mt. Eden
- Mt. Smart Stadium
- Auckland City Hospital
- Rainbow's End
- Queens Wharf
- Sylvia Park Shopping Center
- Auckland Domain
- Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre
- Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World
- Middlemore Hospital
- Auckland War Memorial Museum
- ASB Showgrounds
- Palm Beach
- RNZAF Base Auckland
- Bruce Pulman Park
- New Zealand Maritime Museum
- Mercy Ascot Hospital