Ponsonby Travel Guide
Auckland
Popular places to visit
Ponsonby Road
During your visit to Auckland, you can enjoy retail therapy at Ponsonby Road. While in this trendy area, you can savour the restaurants and bars.
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.
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
Explore the waterfront in Auckland with a trip to Auckland Ferry Terminal. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Ponsonby
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Perfect except for no shampoo and conditioner in bathroom
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
SkyCity Hotel
Dont know about the bar. Room was great
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
Great location. Bars close early.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
The hotel was really nice, we will definitely come back to this hotel. Cant fault anything. Great experience.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
The Grand by SkyCity
Excellent Hotel in a great location with many restaurants
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Room was basic but comfortable - breakfast and other meals were quiet good.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ponsonby
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 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.
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Mount Eden
Unique features of Mount Eden include the bars and shopping. Make a stop by Mount Eden or Eden Park while you're exploring the area.
