St. Mary's Bay Travel Guide
Auckland
Visit St. Mary's Bay
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 St. Mary's Bay
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Great location, staff very helpful, the pool and health facilities are great. The breakfast has so much selection. Stunning property With super comfy beds.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
SkyCity Hotel
This was the easiest, cheapest and most pleasant stay I have had on Auckland for a long time. Firstly, I could simply drive straight into the car park underneath the building - and it's easy to find a park as the basement car park is huge + you have access to your car in case anything got forgotten ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
Excellent location and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
The Grand by SkyCity
As a five star hotel , they do need to put bottle water in the room, not on request only
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Terrific
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Horizon by SkyCity
Friendly, accommodating, good location and great for bus connections -
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around St. Mary's Bay
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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 Sky Tower and Queen Street Shopping District, and jump on the metro at Gaunt Street Tram Stop or Halsey Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
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.
