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

Auckland Explorer Bus at city stop with passengers boarding for hop-on-hop-off tour.
Auckland Explorer Bus on city tour, passing Sky Tower and cityscape.
Auckland Explorer Bus on route, passing Sky Tower and cityscape on a sunny day.
Auckland Explorer Bus at Viaduct Harbour with city skyline in background, 1-Day or 2-Day Hop-On-Hop-Off City Tour.

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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.

    • 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

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    Guests from Australia, United States, United Kingdom and over 28 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    Kamaliah binte Yarly

    Kamaliah

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    I had a great experience and orientation tour on Auckland City with the Explorer Bus. Awesome service and excellent routing on Auckland.
    ALAN GAMMON

    Alan

    Mar, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    The ticketing and bus stops was staright forward. The route taken by the Bus for the Blue and Red tour's stopped at some varied places. With buses every 20 mins, it was easy to hop on and off at places of interest. Good information from drivers. I would recomend this tour as a way to get to know Auckland.
    Helen Scholey

    Helen

    Jan, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Easy to book tickets online - rep at first stop then generated copy for rest of trip. Easy to follow route map and plenty of opportunities to hop on & off. Informative commentary at all access points and great view from top deck - both open top & conventional buses. All ticket reps & drivers super friendly & helpful - would ride again!!
    Amanda Pollock

    Amanda

    Mar, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    Great way to see a bit of Auckland in a short amount of time.
    Viktoriia Tsakhilova

    Viktoriia

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    I liked the route that goes across all interesting and picturesque places in Auckland, comfortable bus providing access to amazing views, audio guide telling interesting things about history and places. And of course an opportunity to hop on and off!)
  • 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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