Popular places to visit
Otara Markets
During your visit to Auckland, you can enjoy retail therapy at Otara Markets. Visit the top-notch restaurants or charming cafes in this walkable area.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Auckland: Hobbiton, Rotorua and Wai-O-Tapu Day Tour
Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland
Top hotels in Otara
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025
Novotel Auckland Airport
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025
The Grand by SkyCity
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025
Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025
SkyCity Hotel
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Otara
Papatoetoe
You'll enjoy the gardens and live music in Papatoetoe. You might want to make time for a stop at Papatoetoe Old Railway Station Building or Hunters Plaza.
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 Formula E Indoor Raceway or Villa Maria Auckland Winery.
Mount Wellington
Shopping, restaurants and lake views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Mount Wellington. Check out Sylvia Park Shopping Center or Flat Rock Reserve while you're exploring the area.
Auckland Airport
If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Treasure Island Adventure Golf are top sights worth seeing.
Ellerslie
Restaurants, shopping and spas highlight some of the notable features of Ellerslie. Make a stop by Ellerslie Racecourse while you're exploring.