Auckland Explorer: Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Tour
Overview
Available languages
24 hours
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Hop-on hop-off tour
WiFi on board
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Informative English commentary
Food and drinks
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
Corner Hobson Street & Victoria Street West
Westfield Newmarket
Outside South Entrance
Corner St Stephens Ave & Parnell Rd
Parnell Village
Bastion 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
48h Hop on Hop off Pass
48h Hop on Hop off Pass
24hr Hop On Hop Off Pass
24hr Hop On Hop Off Pass
Reviews
1,143 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Hobitton and Waitomo
Joe H,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00An absolutely must do experience when visiting Auckland. Our driver Shelby showed a true love for everything Kiwi and was exceptionally knowledged about NZ culture, history and the two places we had the pleasure of visiting. The Hobitton and Waitomo Caves are beyond stunning.
Perfect way to see beautiful city of Auckland.
Ann C,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Perfect way to get acquainted with the beautiful city of Auckland. The Explorer Bus was clean, comfortable and an audio recording was informative, sometimes even funny with goofy jokes. High five to Jody who helped us a couple times with directions and recommendations for food. Jody also suggested a hidden path at Bastion Point which led to the Mission Beach across the street. Thank you Jody!!
Auckland bus ride
Greg F,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Traveled around Auckland looking at and stopping at a few sites, weather wasn't great but still got valve out of the bus ride
Good service
Clive E,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Nice service going around the key sites of Auckland. A good way to see the sights. We stopped off at Mount Eden and the War Museum
Great way to spend a day
Sylvia R,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a perfect way to have a nice tour of Auckland over a full day and experience a variety of neighborhoods and locales.
Great way to get...
Paul M,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to get acquainted with Auckland City area. Upon arrival from US this was our first activity. Highly recommended, especially for first time “Kiwi” wannabes.
Auckland for the first time
mlWM,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent way to get a look at Auckland for the first time. I strongly recommend that you ride the entire route - both routes if possible, then pick one or more stops to explore further. Keep the map in front of you all the time in order to keep a strong sense of how the city is laid out. The view from the top of Mt Eden is very well worth the walk. Also like the Domain Wintergreens, and both of these are free.
Informative commentary....
Colleen R,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Informative commentary. Drivers knowledgeable. Unfortunately our bus broke down so wait time a bit longer than normal.
Good experience
Anthony O,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I like the flexibility this tour gave me and the choice of place is very good. The price is slightly high but still acceptable.
Easy introduction to Auckland
sharon d,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Clean busses, friendly staff. No more earbuds-they’ve installed speakers - but the narrative is only English. A great way to get the layout of the city, and decide where you’d like to explore.
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