Bucklands Beach Travel Guide
Auckland



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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.

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.

Auckland Zoo
Encounter rare and endangered species from New Zealand and across the globe, including the pygmy marmoset and the huge white rhino.

Princes Wharf
During your trip to Auckland, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Princes Wharf. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience 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.
Things to do

Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour

Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch

Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner

2025 Award Winning: Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour
Top hotels in Bucklands Beach

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
The room was great, restaurant great, room service excellent and amenities gym, pool, sauna and spa excellent as well it was a through ably enjoyable stay 😊
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

SkyCity Hotel
An excellent stay. Room was larger than expected. Service was good at the front desk. Central . Would use again. Thank you
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Grand Millennium Auckland
Friendly Staff and very helpful
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

The Grand by SkyCity
Friendly staff, great location. However the swimming pool is too shallow and only suitable for kids.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Excellent breakfast and great views.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Horizon by SkyCity
The Breakfast menu could be better. It’s same every day. It’s ok for someone staying for a day. But if you are there for longer then it feels monotonous. At least 2 dishes should be different every day.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bucklands Beach

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.

Ellerslie
Restaurants, shopping and spas highlight some of the notable features of Ellerslie. Make a stop by Ellerslie Racecourse while you're exploring.

Remuera
Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Remuera Village Shopping Centre and Ellerslie Racecourse.

Devonport
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Devonport. Make a stop by Cheltenham Beach or Waitemata Harbour while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Parnell
Visitors often come to Parnell for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Parnell Rose Gardens and Auckland War Memorial Museum. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at The Strand Station.

Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
