Auckland Explorer Bus: 1-Day or 2-Day Hop-On-Hop-Off City Tour

Why You Should Get Onboard

Start your city trip by boarding the yellow double-decker Auckland Explorer or red open-deck Soaring Kiwi bus and use the on-board audio guide to learn about the best attractions as you pass by. Get off at any stop to continue your exploration at your own leisure. Stop at the Sky Tower, Auckland's tallest skyscraper, for sweeping city views from the observation deck. Just a 1 minute walk away enjoy immersive experiences such as the All Black Experience, which focuses on New Zealand's rugby history of rugby or Weta Workshop Unleashed, which shows how special effects are created for movies.

Then you can head to the Victorian formal garden Albert Park to relax, have a picnic or just stroll around. Take the next bus to Newmarket, a hip shopping neighborhood with a variety of boutique stores and cafes and for a shopping spree.

Visit the Auckland War Memorial Museum next to learn about the nation's war history. Don’t forget to check out the Auckland Art Gallery, which has a remarkable collection of artwork from around the world including New Zealand located in the same vicinity.

Head east to take in some of the city's historic charms, including the Holy Trinity Cathedral, a stunning Gothic-style structure, and Parnell Village, a quaint colonial-style shopping area.

Make your way to Bastion Point, a historically significant and picturesque point on Auckland's eastern outskirts that offers breathtaking views of the cityscape.

Finish your tour at SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium. You may witness many different types of marine life here, such as sharks, stingrays, and seahorses, and even get up and personal with penguins.

Route

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