Auckland Central Business District

Auckland

Auckland CBD which includes city views and street scenes
Auckland Ferry Terminal which includes a bay or harbor, a marina and night scenes
Viaduct Harbour featuring a high rise building, night scenes and a bay or harbor
Auckland featuring night scenes and street scenes
Viaduct Harbour featuring a sunset, a high rise building and a bay or harbor
Explore Auckland’s inner-city hub to find historic architecture alongside contemporary designs, the revitalised Auckland Waterfront and a busy shopping precinct.

A walking tour of Auckland CBD (Central Business District) showcases some of the city’s finest architecture, best dining and most exciting shopping destinations. Check out Auckland’s economic and geographical heart to experience urban life in the city. You’ll find Auckland’s entertainment district centred on Aotea Square, the peaceful green spaces of Albert Park, one of the southern hemisphere’s tallest buildings, a harbourside promenade and a selection of museums, galleries and shopping precincts.

Auckland CBD is bounded by the harbour coastline to the north and major motorways on the remaining sides, comprising an area of approximately 433 hectares (1,070 acres). A great place to start is the Britomart precinct in the CBD’s northeastern corner. Grab breakfast at a buzzing café or pick up fresh produce at the weekend farmers market. This exciting district also has a shopping strip that features designer labels and local boutiques, as well as restaurants and bars. Further shopping destinations include Vulcan Lane, High Street and Chancery.

Re-energise with a freshly brewed coffee and stop by Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki to see a range of internationally acclaimed artworks and local treasures. Take a moment to sit amid the greenery of the adjacent Albert Park and visit the nearby community hub of Aotea Square. This busy square fronts several theatres and events venues. Don’t miss 360-degree views of the city from the soaring Sky Tower.

If you’d like to experience New Zealand’s international palate, head to Karangahape Road or City Works Depot to select from a range of multicultural cuisines. As evening falls, be sure to check out the city lights from one of the chic bars and restaurants on Viaduct Harbour. Find other casual dining options nearby at Wynyard Quarter, home to the Auckland Fish Market and some of the city’s freshest fish and chips.

Reach Auckland CBD via train to the Britomart Transport Centre close to the waterfront or Grafton Train Station on the area’s southeastern border. Local bus routes intersect throughout the CBD and there are several large parking facilities in the area.

Explore outside the CBD on a daylong stroll along the Coast-to-Coast Walk, a trail that connects two harbours, pretty parklands, historic quarters and picturesque volcanic cones.


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Auckland Central Business District Hotel Deals

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

5 out of 5
83 Symonds Street, Box 2771, Auckland
The price is NT$3,014 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
NT$3,014
NT$3,466 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star spa hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,364 reviews)
"Excellent staff service and nice room"

Reviewed on 2025/8/6

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
The Grand by SkyCity

The Grand by SkyCity

5 out of 5
90 Federal Street, Auckland
The price is NT$3,524 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
NT$3,524
NT$4,053 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 11 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,746 reviews)
Good place to stay
"Very Friendly staff. A nice and clean hotel that’s well maintained . Central to everything."

Reviewed on 2025/8/7

The Grand by SkyCity
SkyCity Hotel

SkyCity Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Corner Victoria and Federal Streets, Auckland
The price is NT$3,140 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
NT$3,140
NT$3,611 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, 11 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,765 reviews)
New Zealand Family & Friends trip
"Wonderful hotel and location in the Auckland CBD"

Reviewed on 2025/8/7

SkyCity Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
Corner Wyndham & Albert Streets, Auckland
The price is NT$2,844 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
NT$2,844
NT$3,270 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (879 reviews)
"The stay and staff were fantastic. This hotel turned an otherwise failure of a trip bearable. I was able to eat at various places, get a couple of massages, do some shopping and enjoy myself even though I couldn't do any of the things I went to Auckland for due to an information data breach and having ..."

Reviewed on 2025/8/5

Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

3 out of 5
80 Wellesley Street West, Auckland, Auckland
The price is NT$2,114 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
NT$2,114
NT$2,432 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions SkyCity Casino and Sky Tower are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (531 reviews)
"Great spot, easy access to everywhere and love the pillow menu!"

Reviewed on 2025/8/6

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Horizon by SkyCity

Horizon by SkyCity

5 out of 5
85-93 Hobson Street,, Auckland, Auckland, Auckland
Fully refundable
The price is NT$3,326 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
NT$3,326
NT$3,825 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions SkyCity Casino and Sky Tower ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (467 reviews)
"Becoming my hotel of choice when in Auckland"

Reviewed on 2025/8/5

Horizon by SkyCity
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