Matakawau Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Sky Tower
Ascend the tallest man-made structure in New Zealand for stunning views over Auckland. Dine in the rotating restaurant or take a dive from a height of 194 metres.
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.
Mt. Eden
Pull on your walking boots and follow a trail that takes in a volcanic crater, a 19th-century prison and a quirky, creative village.
Auckland Zoo
Just eight minutes from Auckland city centre white rhinos and a pride of lions roam. Wander safely and at your leisure amid tigers and elephants at Auckland Zoo.
Activities
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
From Auckland: Waitomo Caves and Rotorua with Te Puia
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
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Other neighbourhoods around Matakawau
Auckland Airport
If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Treasure Island Adventure Golf are top sights worth seeing.
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 Villa Maria Auckland Winery or Otuataua Stonefields.
Henderson
Henderson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trusts Stadium and Whoa! Studios.
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.
Epsom
Unique features of Epsom include the theatres and spas. Make a stop by Alexandra Park or ASB Showgrounds while you're exploring the area.
Mount Eden
Unique features of Mount Eden include the bars and shopping. Make a stop by Mt. Eden or Eden Park while you're exploring the area.
- Eden Park
- University of Auckland
- Queen Street Shopping District
- Mt. Eden
- Auckland Zoo
- Mt. Smart Stadium
- Auckland City Hospital
- Piha Beach
- Rainbow's End
- Auckland Domain
- Sylvia Park Shopping Center
- Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre
- Ellerslie Racecourse
- ASB Showgrounds
- Bruce Pulman Park
- Waitakere Ranges
- Mercy Ascot Hospital
- Karekare Beach
- Auckland Botanical Gardens
- Butterfly Creek
- Karioitahi Beach
- Ponsonby Road
- Westfield St Luke's Shopping Centre
- One Tree Hill Domain
- Greenlane Clinical Centre
- Alexandra Park
- Trusts Stadium
- Grafton Bridge
- Westfield Newmarket