Parau Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Auckland Ferry Terminal which includes a marina and city views

Auckland Ferry Terminal

4/5(962 reviews)

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.

Auckland Ferry Terminal
Sky Tower showing a city, central business district and a high-rise building

Sky Tower

4.5/5(1,179 reviews)

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.

Sky Tower
SkyCity Casino

SkyCity Casino

4/5(641 reviews)

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.

SkyCity Casino
Eden Park

Eden Park

4.5/5(298 reviews)

Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Eden Park
Auckland Zoo featuring land animals and zoo animals

Auckland Zoo

4.5/5(340 reviews)

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.

Auckland Zoo
Orewa Beach

Orewa Beach

4.5/5(314 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Orewa Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Auckland.

Orewa Beach

Activities

Piha Beach

Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland

AU$178
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Auckland: Hobbiton, Rotorua and Wai-O-Tapu Day Tour

Auckland: Hobbiton, Rotorua and Wai-O-Tapu Day Tour

AU$364
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Auckland: Hobbiton, Rotorua and Wai-O-Tapu Day Tour
Incredible sunsets

Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket

AU$43
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets

Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets

AU$86
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

AU$438
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

AU$59
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
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Our pick of the best Parau Hotel Deals

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
5 out of 5
83 Symonds Street, Box 2771, Auckland
The price is AU$203 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
AU$203
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this 5-star spa hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Perfect stay for our national sales team after a hard year. Beautiful breakfast"

Reviewed on 18 Dec. 2024

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
SkyCity Hotel
SkyCity Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Corner Victoria and Federal Streets, Auckland
The price is AU$156 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$156
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, 11 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,412 reviews)
"Don’t look for anywhere else if you are in Auckland. Smooth check in and checkout. Great location. Staff very friendly. Provided us microwave in room to help. Parking chargeable but free now due to promotion. Otherwise signup for Sky Premier rewards at Casino and will get free parking. We loved our ..."

Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024

SkyCity Hotel
The Grand by SkyCity
The Grand by SkyCity
5 out of 5
90 Federal Street, Auckland
The price is AU$202 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$202
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 11 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,341 reviews)
"Well positioned for central Auckland Easy to get everywhere"

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2024

The Grand by SkyCity
Grand Millennium Auckland
Grand Millennium Auckland
4.5 out of 5
71 Mayoral Drive, Auckland
The price is AU$173 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
AU$173
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,210 reviews)
"Great inner city stay, terrific staff, easy relaxed stay"

Reviewed on 16 Dec. 2024

Grand Millennium Auckland
Novotel Auckland Airport
Novotel Auckland Airport
4.5 out of 5
35 Tom Pearce Dr, Auckland International Airport, Auckland
The price is AU$284 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
AU$284
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,230 reviews)
"Aircon wasn’t properly working n so the room was warm for quite a while in the night otherwise everything is good"

Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024

Novotel Auckland Airport
Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
Corner Wyndham & Albert Streets, Auckland
The price is AU$168 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
AU$168
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (599 reviews)
"Affordable safe property with buffet breakfast included."

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2024

Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Parau

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Henderson

Henderson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trusts Stadium and Artisan Wine.

Henderson
Mt. Eden which includes tranquil scenes and landscape views

Mount Eden

4/5(65 area reviews)

Unique features of Mount Eden include the bars and shopping. Make a stop by Mt. Eden or Eden Park while you're exploring the area.

Mount Eden
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Epsom

Unique features of Epsom include the theatres and spas. Make a stop by Alexandra Park or ASB Showgrounds while you're exploring the area.

Epsom
Butterfly Creek which includes marine life

Auckland Airport

If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Treasure Island Adventure Golf are top sights worth seeing.

Auckland Airport
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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.

Mangere
Ponsonby featuring shopping and signage

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.

Ponsonby

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