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Rainbow\'s End showing rides as well as a large group of people
Rainbow\'s End showing rides and a waterpark as well as a family
Butterfly Creek featuring zoo animals as well as a small group of people
Rainbow\'s End featuring interior views and rides
Rainbow\'s End which includes a garden and rides

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What to do in South Auckland

Things to Do in South Auckland with Kids

South Auckland is a fabulous place for a family break. Take the kids along and enjoy these top family friendly experiences together:


 

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Auckland Airport

If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing.

Auckland Airport
Rainbow\'s End which includes rides as well as a small group of people

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.

Manukau
People on the Nga Hau Mangere Bridge in the Manukau Harbour, Mangere, Auckland, New Zealand.

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
Aerial view of Ambury Farm in the suburb of Mangere Bridge, Auckland, New Zealand

Mangere Bridge

Travelers like the parks in Mangere Bridge, and Ambury Regional Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Mangere Bridge
Pohutukawa trees in flower along the Manukau Harbour, Mangere, Auckland, New Zealand

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.

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Māngere East

Māngere East might not have many top sights, but Papatoetoe Old Railway Station Building and Crater Hill are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Māngere East

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in South Auckland on a sunny day?
What to do in South Auckland on a rainy day?
If the weather misbehaves during your visit, shake off your raincoat and dive into these appealing indoor activities:


Are there cheap things to do in South Auckland?
What can you do in South Auckland for free?
You'll hardly have time to fetch your wallet out of your pocket with so many great free attractions:

  • Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre
  • Ambury Regional Park
  • Awhitu Regional Park
  • Clevedon Village Farmers Market

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