Auckland Explorer: Hop-on Hop-off Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

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

Red Tour

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

Free Blue Loop - October to April

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

48h Hop on Hop off Pass

Reviews

3.98

1,123 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

502

325

148

Great value
Cathy S,
Jun 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This was a great way to sample the city. The buses ran on time and made it easy to see a lot in a short amount of time. The commentary was interesting as well.
Hop on hop off was...
Deanna W,
May 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Hop on hop off was convenient and easy to use. Staff were friendly and helpful. Great time had by all.
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Nanette M,
May 26, 2025
- Viator
4.00
Good overview of city! Difficult redemption site to walk to. If senior take uber to. Bus drivers very nice Nice buses.
Great way to get a lay of...
Lori H,
May 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Great way to get a lay of the land got to see different areas of Auckland - bus stops were frequent and convenient
Waste of money!
Jeff S,
May 17, 2025
- Viator
1.00
Very unreliable service! The bus was 45 minutes late from its designated stop and therefore we had to hire an Uber to pick us up and take us back to our hotel. Instead hire a private driver to take you to all the important sites in Auckland.