Popular places to visit
Grafton Bridge
Learn about the local history of Auckland when you take a trip to Grafton Bridge. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Sky Tower
Find out about the history of Auckland when you take a trip to Sky Tower. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Auckland Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Auckland with a trip to Auckland Ferry Terminal. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
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 Zoo
Meet the animals who call Auckland Zoo home during your travels in 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.
Top hotels in Grafton
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Staff was very friendly and food was great!
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Nesuto St Martins Apartment Hotel
Great room, clean and spacious. Friendly helpful staff
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
SkyCity Hotel
Amazing attentive staff!
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Novotel Auckland Airport
Good all round service
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
The Grand by SkyCity
Fabulous short term accomodation. The view from our room was scenic. We enjoyed the option of a pod coffee in our room before heading down for breakfast. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. An enjoyable stay all around. The only downside was no self service clothes washing facilities. We ...
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Horizon by SkyCity
Staff was friendly and helpful, room was excellent, central Auckland location was wonderful
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Grafton
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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 Queen Street Shopping District and High Street, and jump on the metro at Gaunt Street Tram Stop or Halsey Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Grey Lynn
Restaurants, spas and shopping highlight some of the noteworthy features of Grey Lynn. Make a stop by Ponsonby Road or Grey Lynn Paddling Pool while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Grafton Travel Guide
- Grafton Bridge
- Starship Children's Hospital
- Auckland Ferry Terminal
- Eden Park
- Princes Wharf
- Auckland Zoo
- SkyCity Casino
- Spark Arena
- Queens Wharf
- Mount Eden
- Queen Street Shopping District
- Orewa Beach
- Piha Beach
- Go Media Stadium
- Takapuna Beach
- Sylvia Park Shopping Center
- Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre
- Auckland Domain
- Auckland Town Hall
- Auckland War Memorial Museum
- Mudbrick Vineyard
- Muriwai Beach
- Onetangi Beach
- Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World
- Palm Beach
