Hop-on Hop-off Tours Auckland

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.

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4.1/5

(395)

Maria

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

We used the bus on 3 days of our trip (4 if you count using the Waiheke Island bus). It was a great way to get around. The buses are regular. You get a great sense of the city. Between us hubby enjoyed MOTAT, I enjoyed the Cathedral and Parnell Road Shops, we both enjoyed the walk up Mt Eden where the views are spectacular, the many views of the city and harbour/Bay. We really enjoyed the bus rides. Staff were helpful. The company really do care that passengers have a positive experience.

Pedro

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Os nice tríp, complet and good explanación has been experiencia unforgotable at the raport os very emotion and amazing . The hop on and hop off is a big possibily for to see all City.

Russell

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Great clean bus good clear commentary and very friendly people.the city has a lot of wonderful sites to visit. We stopped at museum and the aquarium and had a wonderful time.

Discover Auckland'’s Māori heritage and portside charm as you explore the city on this hop-on hop-off bus. This is the ideal way to experience Tamaki Makaurau.

Fresh buses arrive every 35 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
FREQUENCY35 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
9 minutes walk
Britomart
3 minutes walk
2. Sky City
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2 attractions
Sky Tower
3 minutes walk
St Patrick's Cathedral
2 minutes walk
3. Art Gallery & Queen Street
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2 attractions
Auckland Art Gallery
5 minutes walk
Civic Theatre
8 minutes walk
4. Newmarket
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2 attractions
Westfield Newmarket
1 minute walk
Highwic House
4 minutes walk
5. Auckland Museum
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2 attractions
Auckland War Memorial Museum
3 minutes walk
Auckland Domain
3 minutes walk
6. Holy Trinity Cathedral
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2 attractions
Holy Trinity Cathedral
1 minute walk
Kinder House
1 minute walk
7. Parnell Village
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2 attractions
Parnell Village
La Cigale French Market
3 minutes walk
8. Takaparawhau, Bastion Point Lookout
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2 attractions
Bastion Point Lookout
Michael Joseph Savage Memorial
9. SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium
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2 attractions
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium
Okahu Bay
1 minute walk
TOTAL DURATION50 minutes
FREQUENCY35 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
Get direction
2 attractions
Auckland War Memorial Museum
3 minutes walk
Auckland Domain
3 minutes walk
2. Wintergardens
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2 attractions
Wintergardens
4 minutes walk
Duck Pond
2 minutes walk
3. Mt Eden/Maungawhau
Get direction
2 attractions
Mt Eden Summit
2 minutes walk
Mt Eden Village
3 minutes walk
4. Eden Park/Kingsland
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2 attractions
Eden Park
3 minutes walk
Nixon Park
1 minute walk
5. Auckland Zoo
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2 attractions
Auckland Zoo
Meola Reef
6 minutes walk
6. MOTAT
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2 attractions
Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT)
6 minutes walk
Western Springs Park
1 minute walk

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Maria
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
We used the bus on 3 days of our trip (4 if you count using the Waiheke Island bus). It was a great way to get around. The buses are regular. You get a great sense of the city. Between us hubby enjoyed MOTAT, I enjoyed the Cathedral and Parnell Road Shops, we both enjoyed the walk up Mt Eden where the views are spectacular, the many views of the city and harbour/Bay. We really enjoyed the bus rides. Staff were helpful. The company really do care that passengers have a positive experience.
Pedro
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Os nice tríp, complet and good explanación has been experiencia unforgotable at the raport os very emotion and amazing . The hop on and hop off is a big possibily for to see all City.
Russell
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Great clean bus good clear commentary and very friendly people.the city has a lot of wonderful sites to visit. We stopped at museum and the aquarium and had a wonderful time.
Linda
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Buses were always on time and commentary was clear and informative. Drivers were all courteous and helpful and stop locations were all clearly marked
Claudia
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
I really like when cities have hop on hop offs to see them because it's a great way to get an overview of the city

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. Please contact the operator in advance of your trip to ensure they can best accommodate your needs.

Tour Details

Red Inner Tour

First bus: 9am from stop #1 (Downtown Auckland)

Last bus: 4pm from stop #1 (Downtown Auckland)

Frequency: Approx. every 30 mins

Popular stops: Holy Trinity Cathedral, Parnell Village, Bastion Point, and SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium

Summer Bonus Blue Tour (Oct to Apr)

First bus: 9am from stop #1 (Downtown Auckland)

Last bus: 4pm from stop #1 (Downtown Auckland)

Frequency: Approx. every 30 mins

Popular stops: Wintergardens, Mt. Eden/Maungawhau & Eden Park/Kingsland

Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

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