Popular places to visit
Crystal Mountain
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Crystal Mountain during your travels in Auckland. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
Sky Tower
Enjoy fine dining in a rotating restaurant, dive off the tower on a cable-controlled jump or simply enjoy the views from New Zealand’s tallest tower.
Eden Park
Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
SkyCity Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Casino during your travels in Auckland? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
University of Auckland
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Auckland as part of your travels around Auckland. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
From Auckland: Waiheke Island Return Fast Ferry Ticket
Swanson Hotel Deals
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Had our room changed because first room had nasty stain on carpet. Coffee machine was missing and so was some of the furniture. 2nd room was excellent and of the usual standard we expected from cordis. Max in the desk couldn’t have been more accommodating if he’d tried and remained warm, friendly ...
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Very nice hotel, very close to the airport if you arrive late and have a hot car. Easy parking, staff is excellent every shift, bar and restaurant. Will be back.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
Convenient location, good breakfast.
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Staff very friendly and very helpful
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Rydges Auckland
Room was clean, location was great
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
InterContinental Auckland by IHG
This was an Outstanding hotel at the best location in Auckland. Right across from the ferry building. The rooms were fantastic, staff beyond compare and the food outstanding!!
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Swanson
Henderson
Henderson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trusts Stadium and Whoa! Studios.
Grey Lynn
Restaurants, spas, and shopping are some highlights of Grey Lynn. Make a stop by Ponsonby Road or Grey Lynn Paddling Pool while you're exploring.
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider a stop by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Mount Eden
Unique features of Mount Eden include the bars and shopping. Make a stop by Mount Eden or Eden Park while you're exploring the area.
Viaduct Harbour
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are a few things travelers love about Viaduct Harbour. Check out New Zealand Maritime Museum or Princes Wharf while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Halsey Street Tram Stop to get around town.
Grafton
While visiting Grafton, you might make a stop by sights like Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery.
