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
Another great stay at the Cordis. Never disappoints. Kids love the place and they’re very accommodating. The Club Lounge is fantastic, there was a bit of a smell up there for a couple of days but they managed to sort it out. A few minor things but nothing worth mentioning.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
SkyCity Hotel
The cleaning staff were very clean and helpful. I would stay there again.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
Awesome breakfast buffet, exercise room, sauna and pool also excellent
Reviewed on 30 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
Very convenient location. Very modern and clean and the light switches work the way you’d expect - a real find these days
Reviewed on 29 Apr 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.
