Ranui 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.
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
From Auckland: Waitomo Caves and Rotorua with Te Puia
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets
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Other neighbourhoods around Ranui
Henderson
Henderson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trusts Stadium and Whoa! Studios.
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.
Mount Eden
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.
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.
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.
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
- Sky Tower
- Auckland Ferry Terminal
- Eden Park
- SkyCity Casino
- Spark Arena
- Princes Wharf
- Mt. Smart Stadium
- Auckland Zoo
- Mt. Eden
- Queens Wharf
- Rainbow's End
- Orewa Beach
- Piha Beach
- Auckland City Hospital
- Sylvia Park Shopping Center
- Auckland Domain
- Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre
- ASB Showgrounds
- Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World
- Auckland War Memorial Museum
- Middlemore Hospital
- Muriwai Beach
- Butterfly Creek
- New Zealand Maritime Museum
- Mercy Ascot Hospital
- Waitakere Ranges