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Explorer Bus: Auckland Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Couple exiting Auckland Explorer Bus on hop-on-hop-off city tour.
Auckland Explorer Bus passengers view Sky Tower through glass roof.
Auckland Explorer Bus staff assisting tourists with city tour brochures.
Couple observing penguins at an aquarium on Auckland Explorer Bus tour.

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

This 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour is the perfect way to explore Auckland’s vibrant harborside, with English commentary and double-decker views.

Operator: Explorer Bus

4.1/5

(385)

Lim You En

Lim

Jun 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Patient drivers and helpful staff. Buses were on time. Hop on and off whenever we like. Able to fully explore Auckland in one day, visiting many attractions. Totally free and easy itinerary, relaxing yet fun.
SUSAN BRAMLEY

Susan

Jul 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The convenience of not driving and the pleasure of seeing! The bus height enable expansive view. The 30 mins frequency allowed for quick visits and then back on the bus. The bus warmth as the day cooled.
Ray Linford

Ray

Jun 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Usual worthwhile experience when visiting a new city. Sadly our first bus was a single Decker so we found the view restricted. Second bus was open topped so fab!
    • Auckland’s Māori culture and portside charm are easy to explore on this hop-on hop-off bus, giving you a well-rounded tour of the city's essence.

    • Fresh buses arrive every 30 minutes across 14 stops on two prime routes, so you can explore Auckland’s landmarks with a short stroll to the sights!

    • Tune in to English audio guides as you take in panoramic city views from a double-decker or glass-roof bus, turning each landmark into a story.

    • Dive into the Art Gallery’s Maori artworks, see all of Auckland from the Sky Tower, and visit the War Memorial Museum honoring New Zealand’s past.

    • Fun fact: With more boats per capita than anywhere else in the world, Auckland is known as the "City of Sails."

    • 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass

    • Access to Red & Blue routes

    • Audio commentary in English

  • TOTAL DURATION70 minutes
    FREQUENCY30 mins
    MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
    FIRST DEPARTUREDowntown Auckland at 9:00 AM
    LAST DEPARTUREDowntown Auckland at 4:00 PM
    Timeline
    Map

    1. Downtown Auckland

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    2 attractions
    Auckland Ferry Terminal

    Auckland Ferry Terminal

    9 minutes walk
    Britomart

    Britomart

    3 minutes walk

    2. Sky City

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    2 attractions
    Sky Tower

    Sky Tower

    3 minutes walk
    St Patrick's Cathedral

    St Patrick's Cathedral

    2 minutes walk

    3. Art Gallery & Queen Street

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    2 attractions
    Auckland Art Gallery

    Auckland Art Gallery

    5 minutes walk
    Civic Theatre

    Civic Theatre

    8 minutes walk

    4. Newmarket

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    2 attractions
    Westfield Newmarket

    Westfield Newmarket

    1 minute walk
    Highwic House

    Highwic House

    4 minutes walk

    5. Auckland Museum

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    2 attractions
    Auckland War Memorial Museum

    Auckland War Memorial Museum

    3 minutes walk
    Auckland Domain

    Auckland Domain

    3 minutes walk

    6. Holy Trinity Cathedral

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    2 attractions
    Holy Trinity Cathedral

    Holy Trinity Cathedral

    1 minute walk
    Kinder House

    Kinder House

    1 minute walk

    7. Parnell Village

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    2 attractions
    Parnell Village

    Parnell Village

    La Cigale French Market

    La Cigale French Market

    3 minutes walk

    8. Takaparawhau, Bastion Point Lookout

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    2 attractions
    Bastion Point Lookout

    Bastion Point Lookout

    Michael Joseph Savage Memorial

    Michael Joseph Savage Memorial

    9. SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium

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    2 attractions
    SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium

    SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium

    Okahu Bay

    Okahu Bay

    1 minute walk
    TOTAL DURATION50 minutes
    FREQUENCY30 mins
    MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
    FIRST DEPARTUREAuckland Museum at 9:30 AM
    LAST DEPARTUREAuckland Museum at 3:30 PM
    Timeline
    Map

    1. Auckland Museum

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    2 attractions
    Auckland War Memorial Museum

    Auckland War Memorial Museum

    3 minutes walk
    Auckland Domain

    Auckland Domain

    3 minutes walk

    2. Wintergardens

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    2 attractions
    Wintergardens

    Wintergardens

    4 minutes walk
    Duck Pond

    Duck Pond

    2 minutes walk

    3. Mt Eden/Maungawhau

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    2 attractions
    Mt Eden Summit

    Mt Eden Summit

    2 minutes walk
    Mt Eden Village

    Mt Eden Village

    3 minutes walk

    4. Eden Park/Kingsland

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    2 attractions
    Eden Park

    Eden Park

    3 minutes walk
    Nixon Park

    Nixon Park

    1 minute walk

    5. Auckland Zoo

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    2 attractions
    Auckland Zoo

    Auckland Zoo

    Meola Reef

    Meola Reef

    6 minutes walk

    6. MOTAT

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    2 attractions
    Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT)

    Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT)

    6 minutes walk
    Western Springs Park

    Western Springs Park

    1 minute walk
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • 4.1
    385 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Julie Martin

    Julie

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Very friendly & knowledgable staff. Variety of stops.
    Luningning Caballes

    Luningning

    Sep 2025
    Verified booking
    4/5
    Excellent transportation. We enjoyed the sight seeing without hassle.
    Susan Anderton

    Susan

    Aug 2025
    Verified booking
    4/5
    Great commentary and tour of the city.
    SUSAN BRAMLEY

    Susan

    Jul 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    The convenience of not driving and the pleasure of seeing! The bus height enable expansive view. The 30 mins frequency allowed for quick visits and then back on the bus. The bus warmth as the day cooled.
    Lim You En

    Lim

    Jun 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Patient drivers and helpful staff. Buses were on time. Hop on and off whenever we like. Able to fully explore Auckland in one day, visiting many attractions. Totally free and easy itinerary, relaxing yet fun.
  • What's not allowed

    • Large pieces of luggage are not allowed onboard. However, you can carry small bags like handbags and backpacks onboard the bus.

    Accessibility

    • Most buses are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    Ticket redemption points

    Stop #1

    • Redeem your voucher at Downtown Auckland

    • Address: 23 Customs Street East 9 (St Pierres Sushi), Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

    Get directions to the redemption point

    Stop #2

    • Redeem your voucher at Sky Tower

    • Address: Victoria Street West, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

    • Landmark: Outside the Sky Tower, on corner of Hobson Street & Victoria Street West

    Get directions to the redemption point

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