Swanson Travel Guide
Auckland
Popular places to visit
Crystal Mountain
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Crystal Mountain during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants 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.
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.
Top hotels in Swanson
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Very attentive and courteous staff, well staffed and everything was spotless
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Great late night pick up from the airport despite past midnight. Great service and value- room spotless
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
Ideal for Airport stopover only 2 mins from international terminal Excellent and helpful staff and very quiet inside hotel Airport a building site with confusing signage
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Easy to find from the airport. Friendly and helpful staff. Good service in the restaurant and a good selection of meals
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Rydges Auckland
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Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
InterContinental Auckland by IHG
Staff was very helpful. Allowed us to remain in our room until our cruise ship docked across the street from the hotel was available for boarding.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Swanson
Henderson
Henderson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trusts Stadium and Whoa! Studios.
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.
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road 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.
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.
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
