Kia ora, and a warm welcome to the Auckland Explorer Bus, the original and best hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour in the city! Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a local rediscovering the charms of Tāmaki Makaurau, our tour is the perfect way to explore Auckland’s top attractions at your own pace.
Sit back and relax as we guide you through the city’s most iconic landmarks, all while enjoying fascinating commentary that brings Auckland’s history, culture, and vibrant spirit to life. With our friendly and knowledgeable team, you can expect top-notch service and a memorable experience as you hop on and off the bus at your leisure.
With the Auckland Explorer Bus, you’re in for a unique adventure that combines convenience, fun, and the freedom to explore what makes Auckland truly special.
Our Auckland Hop-on Hop-off tour provides the perfect introduction to the city, with access to top attractions as well as perfect photo opportunities around our open-top and glass-roof buses
Note
- Due to the Red Bull Trolley Grand Prix, Stop 10 (Auckland Domain Wintergardens) will be unavailable between 11th Feb – 17th Feb.
- Due to the Round the Bays Race on Sunday 2nd of March, Stops 8 and 9 will be unavailable on this day.
- Due to the Pasifika Festival on Saturday 8th March and Sunday 9th March, Stop 14 will be unavailable both days.
- We apologise for any inconvenience caused, and thank you for your understanding.
Inclusions
- Hop-on and hop-off at any of our dedicated Auckland Explorer Bus stops along the tour route, using your 24 or 48-hour pass
*The explorer bus takes you to Auckland's most popular attractions and destinations
Exclusions
- Entry into attractions is not included in your bus ticket
Highlights
Red Inner Route
- Sky Tower
- Auckland Art Gallery
- Newmarket
- the Auckland War Memorial Museum
- SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium
Blue Outer Route
- Mt Eden / Maungawhau
- Auckland Zoo
- MOTAT
Time
Our tour departs regularly throughout the day, every 30 minutes from all stops*
Red Inner Tour Timetable:
- First bus departs at 9 am from Downtown Auckland stop (Stop 1)
- Last bus departs at 4 pm from the Downtown Auckland stop (Stop 1)
- Last tour terminates at 5 pm at the Downtown Auckland stop (Stop 1)
- It takes approximately 50 minutes to complete the loop (non-strop)
Blue Outer Tour Timetable:
- First bus departs at 9.30 am from Auckland Museum stop (Stop 5)
- Last bus departs at 3.30 pm from Auckland Museum stop (Stop 5)
- Last tour terminates at 4.20 pm at Auckland Museum stop (Stop 5)
- It takes approximately 50 minutes to complete the loop (non-stop)
Location
Visit either Stop 1 (on Customs Street East) or Stop 2 (outside the Sky Tower on Victoria Street West) to validate your ticket with our Street Sales Ambassadors before you start your tour.
- Our hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour includes the Red Inner Tour route which starts and finishes at our main Downtown Auckland stop, which connects with the Blue Outer Tour at the Auckland Museum.
- The Red Inner Tour covers downtown and central Auckland plus eastern Auckland highlights, including the Sky Tower, Auckland Art Gallery, Newmarket, the Auckland War Memorial Museum, and SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium.
- The Blue Outer Tour covers central and western Auckland, with highlights including Mt Eden / Maungawhau, Auckland Zoo and MOTAT.
- Click here for Route Map
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- Offers and inclusions are subject to change without notice
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 48 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- The operator reserves the right to update their rates without notice