Hop-On Hop-Off Tours

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

Auckland Explorer Bus on a sunny day, offering a 1-Day or 2-Day Hop-On-Hop-Off City Tour with views of Auckland's landmarks and attractions

Auckland Explorer Bus at Viaduct Harbour with city skyline in background, 1-Day or 2-Day Hop-On-Hop-Off City Tour.

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.

Highlights

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."

Inclusions

24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
Access to Red & Blue routes
Audio commentary in English

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Lesia

5/5

Nov, 2024

Easy to buy tickets. kind of easy of to find where to redeem. ahould gove landmark. uildings not just i tersections so can find in gps. good commentay. great overview of city. get on early and use it to hop off and see the sights!

Markus

3/5

Nov, 2024

Hi, answer I wanted was not above. Bus needed some much earned overhauling. The map was quite nice, BUT - I had serious problems finding the bus stop at the center, just trying to find the adress! Figuring out the actual bus schedule was also a bit of a mess... Tour itself was quite cool.

Jolanda

3/5

Nov, 2024

We were brought to some beautyfull places It was that the bus had carvtrouble and we were latercand the last bus was already gone by 15.30

Amanda

4/5

Nov, 2024

Great way to see lots of Auckland quickly, easy to book on line. Would be good to have more frequent buses, we had to wait almost 30 minutes each time we got off on back on at a stop, must have just missed one each time

Annette

4/5

Nov, 2024

It was great to actually talk to a person who pointed us in the right direction to board the bus and explain how it operated. The map was also easy to follow.

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Routes & schedule

Red Inner Tour

The Red route takes you to Auckland’s hottest spots, with convenient stops and an English audio guide to lead the way. Swing by the Auckland War Memorial Museum for a dose of Kiwi history – from New Zealand’s vibrant Māori culture to the grit of WWII stories. Next, dive into the art scene at the Auckland Art Gallery, or admire the grandeur of Holy Trinity Cathedral, the city’s largest. Then, wander through Parnell Village, where charming cafes and boutiques beg you to pause, shop, or sip on something local.

Schedule

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

Blue Outer Tour

The Blue Outer route in western Auckland is your ticket to laid-back summer adventures, with access to iconic highlights like Mt Eden, Auckland Zoo, and MOTAT (Museum of Transport and Technology). From November to April, this tour takes you close to the panoramic scenes of Mt Eden, where an ancient volcanic crater gives you sweeping views of the city below. Stop by the vibrant Auckland Zoo for up-close encounters with wildlife and stroll around Eden Park/Kingsland for a taste of Auckland’s sports culture. This route brings out the city’s fun side, one stop at a time!

Schedule (Nov 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.

Know before you go

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.

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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

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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

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