Browns Bay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Browns Bay
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.
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.
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.
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
Auckland: Hobbiton, Rotorua and Wai-O-Tapu Day Tour
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets
From Auckland: Waitomo Caves and Rotorua with Te Puia
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Other neighbourhoods around Browns Bay
Albany
Unique features of Albany include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by North Harbour Stadium or Westfield Albany Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.
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.
Devonport
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Devonport. Make a stop by Cheltenham Beach or Mount Victoria while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Ponsonby
Unique features of Ponsonby include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Ponsonby Road or All Saints Anglican Church while you're exploring the area.
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 Sky Tower and Queen Street Shopping District, and jump on the metro at Gaunt Street Tram Stop or Halsey Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
- Sky Tower
- Eden Park
- Auckland Ferry Terminal
- Spark Arena
- SkyCity Casino
- Princes Wharf
- Auckland Zoo
- Go Media Stadium
- Queens Wharf
- Orewa Beach
- Mount Eden
- Auckland City Hospital
- Sylvia Park Shopping Center
- Auckland War Memorial Museum
- Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World
- Auckland Domain
- Muriwai Beach
- New Zealand Maritime Museum
- ASB Showgrounds
- Mercy Ascot Hospital
- Middlemore Hospital