Grey Lynn Travel Guide
Auckland
Popular places to visit
Sky Tower
Enjoy fine dining in a rotating restaurant, dive off the tower on a cable-controlled jump or simply enjoy the views from New Zealand’s tallest tower.
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.
Mount Eden
Take a walking trail that visits a volcano crater, a 19th-century prison and the historic buildings of this quaint village.
Things to do
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Auckland: Cathedral Cove and Coromandel Small Group Tours
Top hotels in Grey Lynn
The Surrey Hotel
I stay here often as I like it. The staff are always courteous and helpful.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Airport shuttle eady to find rooms clean, lovely room service breakfast. Unable to get food after 10pm being on late flight
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Novotel Auckland Airport
staff really friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Clean and tidy. Love the pool.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
SkyCity Hotel
Rooms were comfortable but the bathroom wasn’t clean I found hairs all over the place and the first day we stayed there they didn’t clean the room
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Rydges Auckland
Hotel is very central located. Walking distance to a lot of places. Room is clean and comfortable. Definitely will book this hotel again.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Grey Lynn
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
