Manukau Things to Do

The Gallery contains the largest and most comprehensive collection of New Zealand and international art in the country. First opened in 1888, this Victorian building is in French Chateau style. The city rotates displays of its... more

Parnell Road rises up and away from the eastern quarter of the central business district. Auckland's oldest settled in the now very wealthy suburb and many pockets retain a quaint village atmosphere with brick courtyards and ol... more

A retro bar with red lighting and groovy furniture, Sponge Bar is a great place to mix and mingle. Sponge Bar also offers training in cocktail art, which lets prospective employees put their twist and shake on traditional favor... more

Classic Comedy & Bar is where you can find a varied array of funny folk from part-timers and professionals to international comedians. Classic Comedy & Bar has two licensed bars and cabaret seating for up to 140 people. Occasio... more

Verona is an institution on Karangahape Road, offering some of the best contemporary cuisine to be found in town. The decor is inner city, eclectic cool. There are booths as well as small cafe tables. The clientele runs from "K... more

Since they joined the Australian National Rugby League competition in 1995, New Zealand's only team in the event has a lot of promise. When the Warriors do click, the quality of play is exceptional. A loyal following turns out... more

 Real Travelers who've been here

Bill & Michelle DeKeyser said

… started showing us around Auckland as on the way home he took us to see One Tree Hill.  I couldn… continue reading »

Enjoy a drink high above Prince's Wharf in this stylish and desirable bar. Popular with Auckland's nightclub set, it also has one of the best views the city has to offer, as well as some fantastic cocktails and other beverages.... more

Grafton Bridge spans Grafton Gully, joining Karangahape Road on the city side and Park Road en route to the Domain and Auckland Hospital on the other. The old picturesque Victorian cemetery lies below, as well as a stretch of m... more

Officially opened in 1911, this Italian renaissance revival-style building not only serves as the Council Chamber and city mayoral offices, it has two performance venues, the Great Hall and the Concert Chamber, as well as sever... more