South Auckland
Travel Guide
Visit South Auckland
Where to stay in South Auckland
Auckland Airport
If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing.
Manukau
Centrally located in South Auckland, Manukau Central boasts shopping at Westfield Manukau City and Manukau Supa Centa, as well as the thrilling Rainbow's End theme park. Easily accessible via Eastern Line train services and the Southwestern Motorway, it's a well-connected hub for travelers.
Mangere
Home to Auckland Airport, Māngere boasts the vibrant Māngere Arts Centre Ngā Tohu o Uenuku and convenient Māngere Town Centre for shopping. Easily accessible via train and bus services, it's well-connected to other parts of Auckland.
Mangere Bridge
Travelers like the parks in Mangere Bridge, and Mount Mangere is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Wiri
You'll enjoy the theme parks and shopping in Wiri. You might want to make time for a stop at Vector Wero Whitewater Park or Colin Dale Park KartSport.
Māngere East
Māngere East might not have many top sights, but Papatoetoe Old Railway Station Building and Moana Nui-a Kiwa Pool and Leisure Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Novotel Auckland Airport
Restaurant was excellent.
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Pullman Auckland Airport
Breakfast offering looked a little tired with limited choices at 8:30. Air con and the sound-proofing were very good. Bed was comfortable. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable.
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Very helpful front drsk personnel. Good amenities in room.
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
The Sebel Auckland Manukau
I didn’t eat at the hotel but menu looks good
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
MCentral Apartments Manukau
The only complaint is its not advertised on the outside enough just one small sign that is easily missed ie: no neon lights no signs saying accommodation here of any type or even indicating accommodation is there. I walked past it.
Reviewed on May 3, 2026
Proximity Apartments Manukau Auckland Airport
The bedroom in the 1 bedroom apartment was smaller than expected. Have previously stayed at this property and found the studio apartment to be more spacious. Lovely place to stay, and will be back.
Reviewed on May 3, 2026
Popular places to visit
Rainbow's End
Get drenched on a log flume, dry out on an 18-story drop ride and test your limits on a corkscrew roller coaster at this theme park.
Butterfly Creek
See the exotic and native animals who call Butterfly Creek home during your trip to Auckland. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Ambury Regional Park
Explore the great outdoors at Ambury Regional Park, a lovely green space in Auckland. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre
During your visit to Auckland, you can enjoy retail therapy at Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre. Amble around this quaint area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Bruce Pulman Park
Catch an event at Bruce Pulman Park during your trip to Takanini. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Due Drop Events Centre
Learn about the events happening at Due Drop Events Centre during your trip to Auckland. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Things to do
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
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
Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras
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