Kia ora, and welcome to Auckland Explorer Bus, the city's original hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour. Explore Auckland's top attractions in your own time and enjoy the interesting commentary and friendly service along the way. The 3 open top double decker bright yellow Auckland Explorer Buses have become an icon of Auckland in their own right and are equipped with free onboard Wi-Fi and multilingual commentary, including a kids' channel. Our hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour starts and finishes at the main Downtown Auckland stop. The route covers downtown, central Auckland and waterfront highlights, including the Sky Tower, Auckland Art Gallery, Newmarket, the Auckland War Memorial Museum, Holy Trinity Cathedral, Parnell Village, Bastion Point and SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium. Along the route, you will learn about the history of this diverse modern city and what makes Auckland one of the world's most desirable places to live. The tour circuit takes approximately 60 minutes to complete a full, non-stop loop and buses have regular departures throughout the day, approximately every 30 minutes.
Auckland Sightseeing with a Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour
Your Accommodation
The Chancellor on Hobson (formally Hotel Grand Chancellor)
Step into our distinctive accommodation nestled on the corner of Hobson & Fanshawe Streets, right in the heart of downtown Auckland City. With its prime location, you'll find yourself just a stone's throw from all the exciting attractions that downtown Auckland city has to offer, including the iconic Sky Tower, lively casino, vibrant Viaduct, an array of restaurants and bars, great shopping spots, and convenient transport options.
