Auckland

Cruise ships will berth at either Princes or Queens Wharf, which are both in central Auckland.

On foot
Your vessel docks either at Princes or Queens Wharf in the Viaduct Basin, in central downtown Auckland. Downtown Auckland is easily explored on foot. The Auckland i-SITE Visitor Centre is located at the end of Princes Wharf and the main shopping street of Queen Street is just 5 minutes walk from the vessel.

Public buses
To explore the different Auckland suburbs such as Newmarket, Parnell and Ponsonby, for their superb shopping and dining options, there are three public bus options that you can take.

City Circuit Bus: The City Circuit bus is a free service that operates a small circuit that runs around central downtown linking key destinations in Auckland city. The bus runs every 10 minutes from 8am to 6pm, seven days a week. You can pick up a free city bus brochure at Tourism Auckland's i-SITE Visitor Information Centre at the end of Princes wharf.

The Link Bus: The Link Bus is the green bus which runs in a circuit around Auckland's inner suburbs and popular shopping areas. Ticket costs NZD 1.60 per ride. 

The Explorer Bus: The Explorer Bus is a hop on, hop off service which takes you around many of Auckland's key attractions whilst providing a running commentary. Adult all day bus pass costs NZD 35. Pick up is beside the Ferry Building on Quay Street. From Princes Wharf, exit the pier and turn left onto Quay Street – the pick up point is a 5 minute walk. From Queens Wharf, the pick up point is at the gate entrance.

Taxis
Taxis are available in the maritime precinct.

In Auckland, freephone 0800 733 833, www.corporatecabs.co.nz

Not all taxis accept credit cards - please ask your driver before boarding. 

Car Rental
We recommend booking rental cars in advance. Visit Transport section for further details of rental car companies in the Auckland region.

Ferry
The local ferry terminal is located within 5 minutes walk from your vessel and provides day trips to the outer islands in the Hauraki Gulf. Visit the Auckland i-SITE located at the end of Princes Wharf for more information on ferry time-tables as well as what to see and do there.

Recommended Shopping
Visit Queen Street for all your high street shopping needs. For more boutique shopping options, visit Parnell, Ponsonby, High Street, Newmarket, Nuffield Street and Chancery Lane.

You can find a list of shopping in Auckland on AucklandNZ.com. Click on 'Sights & Activities' and you should see a link to 'Shopping'.

Recommended Restaurants, Cafés, and Bars
You can find a list of restaurants, cafes and bars in Auckland on AucklandNZ.com. Click on 'Sights & Activities' and you should see a link to 'Food & Wine'.

Nearest Post Shop
Auckland City Post Shop: Citibank Building, 23 Customs Street, +64 9 302 1059

Parnell Post Shop: 299 Parnell Road, Parnell, +64 9 379 4733

Newmarket Post Shop: 416 Broadway, Newmarket, +64 9 520 6279

Visit the New Zealand Post website for more details.

Nearest Internet Cafe
iPlay Internet Café: 154 Queen Street, Auckland Central, +64 9 309 8897

Net Zone: 4 Fort Street (off Queen Street), Auckland Central, +64 9 377 3906

Nearest Supermarket
Foodtown: 76 Quay Street, Auckland, +64 9 275 2567

Activities within 5km of the port

Visit the Auckland i-SITE Visitor Centres to get some ideas on the outstanding range of scenic highlights, activities and attractions in the Auckland region.

Auckland i-SITEs:

Princes Wharf, +64 9 307 0612

SkyCity atrium, +64 9 363 7182

Upcoming events in Auckland

There is always something happening in Auckland, so visit AucklandNZ.com and click on 'Events' to see if your visit coincides with an event you may be interested in.

Auckland is the main hub for cruise ships to New Zealand. You will be greeted by friendly and helpful locals who will supply you with maps and information as well as important information such as where to find money changing facilities. The terminal also has toilet facilities and is wheel chair accessible.

As cruise ships berth in central Auckland, you will also be handy to shopping, dining and all sorts of urban comforts. There are many transport options, and if you need some local assistance, call into the Auckland i-SITE Visitor Centres, one of which is located at the end of Princes Wharf where most cruise ships berth.