10 Tickets & Entry Passes in Auckland Worth the Money

1.Hobbiton Movie Set: Guided Tour Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8,167 reviews · 2h 30m · from $71Our pick

Spend about 2.5 hours on a guided walk through Hobbiton, the only intact set from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies. Your English-speaking guide leads you past Hobbit Holes, the Mill and famous filming spots, sharing set stories and behind-the-scenes details. Finish with a complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn. The tour costs $71 per person, with transport to the site not included.

“Our guy did a fantastic job and we really enjoyed our Hobitton experience!”

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2.Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,311 reviews · 1 day · from $59

Take a return ferry from Auckland to Waiheke Island, then use a one-day Explorer Bus pass to visit 16 stops at your own pace. Choose from wineries such as Mudbrick, Cable Bay and Batch, or make time for beaches, shops and nature walks. Tastings and winery tours cost extra.

“We have done a lot of tours in our travels and this tour was one of our favourites. It was very informative and fun. The property that the set is on is really beautiful. Not a difficult walk for most people but there are some hills and stairs that could be troublesome for others. Highly recommended.”

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3.Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,064 reviews · 1 day · from $38

Spend a day exploring Auckland by hop-on hop-off bus. The Red route runs year-round through central Auckland and the waterfront, while the Blue route adds Mt Eden, Auckland Zoo and MOTAT from October to April. English commentary and WiFi are included. Start downtown at 23 Customs Street East or near the Sky Tower.

“Great to do our own thing & visit the tourist attractions”

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4.Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 805 reviews · from $24

Head to Auckland’s 328-meter Sky Tower for general admission to its observation decks, with views across the city, Waitematā Harbour, and landmarks such as Mount Eden and Waiheke Island. Plan for about an hour, or longer if you want a coffee or sunset view. Sky Walk and Sky Jump activities cost extra.

“Wonderful time very nice activity very helpful and informative staff beautiful and clean I would strongly recommend”

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5.Wētā Workshop Unleashed Guided Tour Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 406 reviews · 1h 30m · from $38

At Auckland’s SkyCity, a guide leads you through three imagined film worlds, from towering robots and monsters to lifelike castles. Expect practical effects, props, sets and hands-on activities, not a tour centered on Lord of the Rings. The 90-minute visit costs $38 per person. Guides have included Kat, Adam and Rachel.

“loved the pace of the tour, the lively tour guide and the provided activities. could have had a bit more time to do stuff though.”

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6.Auckland War Memorial Museum Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 293 reviews · 1 day · from $16

Spend a day at Auckland Museum, a three-floor heritage building covering Māori and Pacific cultures, Polynesian voyages, Auckland communities, natural history and war. General admission includes entry only. Guided tours and cultural performances are separate, and the Māori Court and Pacific Galleries are temporarily closed.

“It is quite interesting and value for money, however it is very crowded and full of school visits all day long, making it difficult to navigate through the museum. Really nice section for the insects and animals”

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7.Skip the Line: Auckland Museum General Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 183 reviews · from $16

Spend about three to four hours exploring three floors of Auckland Museum, from Māori treasures and Pacific heritage to natural history and New Zealand’s military past. This ticket covers general admission, not special exhibitions or guided tours. A Māori cultural performance and paid tours may also be available at set times.

“Actually, there is no need to by skip the line. I waited in general line for a few minutes to redeem my voucher. The museum is worth visiting though. Paid Guided tour is offered at 1pm and a cultural performance at 1:45pm. Unfortunately, the times overlap and you can't do both in one day”

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8.Odyssey Sensory Maze Entry Auckland Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 150 reviews · from $21

At Odyssey Sensory Maze on central Auckland’s Queen Street, you’ll explore 12 rooms at your own pace, with mirror illusions, unusual sounds, scents, special lighting and dark spaces. Allow about 30 minutes, though there’s no time limit. Staff give a safety briefing and store your belongings before you enter. It’s aimed at ages 8 and up.

“Can take good 30 mins for you to enjoy all of it. Just felt like it’s overstimulating and too enclosed for the space. Came here for our autistic boy to experience with us. He did enjoy over all, with a few pauses.”

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9.Maritime Museum Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 29 reviews · 1 day · from $14Best value

Visit the New Zealand Maritime Museum at Auckland’s Viaduct Harbour for a self-paced look at the sea’s influence on migration, trade, innovation and leisure. Exhibitions include Pacific migrations and America’s Cup yacht design, with artifacts and hands-on displays. Admission is $14 per person; allow 1 to 3 hours.

“Great museum and beautifully designed. We were lucky to be there while the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix was underway ~ so it was exciting and great location to watch the race.”

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10.SkyJump with Sky Tower Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 45 min · from $197Top rated

SkyJump sends you 192 metres down Auckland’s Sky Tower at speeds up to 85 km/h, with an 11-second wire-guided descent and a feet-first landing. The 45-minute experience includes Sky Tower entry and a portrait photo and video package emailed within an hour. English-speaking instructors guide the jump; closed-toe lace-up shoes are required.

“It was fantastic. The staff was very professional and focused on our safety. The jump was amazing.”

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