South Auckland Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit South Auckland
Where to stay in South Auckland

Auckland Airport
If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing.

Manukau
Manukau is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre and Rainbow's End while in the area.

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 Otuataua Stonefields or JKs Driving Range.

Mangere Bridge
Travellers like the parks in Mangere Bridge, and Ambury Regional Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Wiri
You'll enjoy the theme parks and shopping in Wiri. You might want to make time for a stop at Vector Wero Whitewater Park or Colin Dale Park KartSport.

Māngere East
While Māngere East isn't home to many top sights, Papatoetoe Old Railway Station Building and Mount Mangere are some notable places to visit nearby.

JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
We are vegetarians and often choice of food can be limited when travelling but chef prepared veg omelette and there was wide selection of cereals, pastries etc Airport shuttle was efficient
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Novotel Auckland Airport
Buffet only
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
The room was good and the staff was excellent very helpful and polite.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

The Sebel Auckland Manukau
The staff and amenities are awesome
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

MCentral Apartments Manukau
The kitchen was stocked well. Clean rooms great stay
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Proximity Apartments Manukau Auckland Airport
Nice apartment close to everything.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit

Rainbow's End
Bring the children to Rainbow's End and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Auckland. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.

Butterfly Creek
See the exotic and native animals who call Butterfly Creek home during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Ambury Regional Park
Explore the great outdoors at Ambury Regional Park, a lovely green space in 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.
- Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre
- Bruce Pulman Park
- Butterfly Creek
- Due Drop Events Centre
- Middlemore Hospital
- Navigation Homes Stadium
- Pukekohe Park Raceway
- Awhitu Regional Park
- Ambury Regional Park
- Papatoetoe Old Railway Station Building
- Vector Wero Whitewater Park
- Spookers
- Otuataua Stonefields
- Waipipi Bird Park
- Mount Mangere
- Hunters Plaza
- Treasure Island Adventure Golf
- Pukekohe's Pioneer Cottage
- Tapapakanga Regional Park




