Avondale
Auckland

Popular places to visit

Sky Tower
Gaze at the view across Auckland from the top of New Zealand’s tallest tower while dining in a rotating restaurant, or take a dive in a cable-controlled jump.

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.

SkyCity Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Casino during your time in Auckland? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

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.

Auckland Zoo
The pygmy marmoset and the massive white rhino are among the rare wildlife you’ll find here, along with species from across New Zealand and beyond.
Things to do

Auckland: Hobbiton, Rotorua and Wai-O-Tapu Day Tour

Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland

Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour

From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets

Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland
Top hotels in Avondale

Roomie Apartment Hotel
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Novotel Auckland Airport
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

The Grand by SkyCity
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

SkyCity Hotel
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Avondale

Henderson
Henderson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trusts Stadium and Whoa! Studios.

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.

Ponsonby
Unique features of Ponsonby include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Ponsonby Road or All Saints Anglican Church while you're exploring 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.

Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.

Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
- Paradice Ice Skating
- Sky Tower
- Auckland Ferry Terminal
- Spark Arena
- University of Auckland
- Go Media Stadium
- Auckland Zoo
- Mount Eden
- Takapuna Beach
- Auckland War Memorial Museum
- Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World
- New Zealand Maritime Museum
- Muriwai Beach
- Mudbrick Vineyard
- Waitakere Ranges
- Mercy Ascot Hospital