Orakei Travel Guide
Auckland
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Top hotels in Orakei
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Room was clean, staff VERY friendly!! Beautiful hotel!!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Was not expecting shower over a bath .. especially without assistance handles. We have always had showers. I’m sure they would have moved us if we had complained as we are both elderly. Must remember to ask next stay. Food, service and airport shuttle were excellent.
Reviewed on 6 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
Great facilities and room. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Rydges Auckland
Room was clean, location was great
Reviewed on 5 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 Orakei
Remuera
Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ellerslie Racecourse and Ellerslie Events Centre.
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.
Devonport
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Devonport. Make a stop by Cheltenham Beach or Mount Victoria while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket 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.
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.
