Orakei Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
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Other neighbourhoods around Orakei
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.
Parnell
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.
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.
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Ellerslie
Restaurants, shopping and spas highlight some of the notable features of Ellerslie. Make a stop by Ellerslie Racecourse while you're exploring.
- Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World
- St. Helier's Bay Beach
- Michael Joseph Savage Memorial Park
- Sky Tower
- Auckland Ferry Terminal
- Eden Park
- Spark Arena
- Princes Wharf
- Mt. Eden
- Auckland Zoo
- Mt. Smart Stadium
- SkyCity Casino
- Orewa Beach
- Auckland City Hospital
- Rainbow's End
- Queens Wharf
- Auckland War Memorial Museum
- Auckland Domain
- Sylvia Park Shopping Center
- Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre
- New Zealand Maritime Museum
- Palm Beach