Auckland Explorer: Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 day
Mobile ticket
Experience the best things to see in Auckland with a 24 or 48-hour hop on hop off bus ticket! The routes each take approximately 1 hour to complete – however, you will want to hop off and take your time to discover the great city sights, tree-lined streets, picturesque beaches, and fashionable shopping districts at your own pace. The Auckland Explorer Bus is a great way to navigate your way around New Zealand’s largest city.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note, some days when cruise ships are in port, we can be extremely busy. Additional coaches are used to help with the crowds, however, wait times may still increase.
What To Expect
Duration:1.0 day(s)
Operating Schedule:The first bus departs at 9:00 am and the last bus departs at 4.00 pm - departing each stop every 30min (*timings may vary due to traffic conditions)
Main departure point
The Sky Tower Corner of Victoria and Federal Streets, Auckland CBD
Westfield Newmarket
Outside South Entrance
Corner St Stephens Ave & Parnell Rd
Parnell Village
Okahu Bay
Bastian Point Lookout
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarltons
Duration:1.0 day(s)
Operating Schedule:The first bus departs at 9:30 am and the last bus departs at 3:30 pm - departing each stop every 30min (*timings may vary due to traffic conditions)
Outside South Entrance
Options
24hr Hop On Hop Off Pass
24hr Hop On Hop Off Pass
48h Hop on Hop off Pass
48h Hop on Hop off Pass
What‘s Included
Hop-on hop-off tour
WiFi on board
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Informative English commentary
Enjoy onboard multilingual audio commentary in Mandarin, Spanish, German, and Japanese via an app
Food and drinks
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,263 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Cousin’s Trip
Vivi O,Jul 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00We enjoyed traveling around the city with hop on hope off bus. The Bus was very convenient for us. We recommend this for first time travelers to Auckland.
Friendly way to visit
213samaraj,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great way to get around the town
Needs to stick to scheduled departures.
judithpU3383CK,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The schedule shows that the last departure from Station 1 is at 4 pm. We waited at Station 3 to get to Station 4 from 3:30 to 5 pm but none passed by. Please do your best to not waste our precious tourist time.
Excellent
cheryljC2693QE,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Very interesting tour only disappointment was the Trinity Catholic Church and St Mary's Church weren't open and we had to wait another 30mins for the next bus
Good tour
lilibeths,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice ride around the beautiful city and water. Walk at your own pace and just catch the bus afterwards.
Excellent
usha c,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome service, very helpful and supportive. We lived every bit of this trip. I will advised more people you use this service.
Easy way to get around the city
dpheyes,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Two routes that converge at the War Memorial Museum. It's a little confusing until you do it. It is really one long route, but they overlap, so that you can skip route B if you want. We had a two-day pass, so we did a few different things each day. We got off several places and explored the museum, the winter garden greenhouses, some shopping, and the aquarium. About 30 minutes between buses, so plan accordingly. Also, you have to exchange your pre-purchased voucher at stops 1 or 2.
Good
Mohd A,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Enjoy god and really like it and driver very noce and polite and really worth it and want to explore more
Pretty pricey
Sharon F,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We only had a short space of time in Auckland and wanted to have a look around . It was good but thought $140 was a little pricey.
Friendly
Lance P,May 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very friendly and helpful. On time at stops! Drivers were focused and friendly. Lots to see at all the stops.
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