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Auckland Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours
Explorer Bus: 24/48-Hr Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Auckland
- Explore Auckland at your own pace as you hop on and off unlimited times with your HOHO pass with options to choose between 24 or 48-hour bus pass.
- Catch the open-top Explorer Bus or the Soaring Kiwi bus to experience the major highlights of the City of Sails and explore 9 different stops across the city.
- Use the onboard English commentary to learn interesting facts and anecdotes about Auckland's history, culture, and architecture.
- Some of the popular stops include the Downtown, Central Auckland, Sky Tower, Auckland Art Gallery, Newmarket, the Auckland War Memorial Museum, and Holy Trinity Cathedral.
Inclusions
24-Hour Pass
- 24-hour unlimited HOHO pass
- English audio commentary
48-Hour Pass
- 48-hour unlimited HOHO pass
- English audio commentary
Exclusions
- Entry fee to attractions
Red Route
- First bus: 9am from stop #1 (Downtown Auckland)
- Last bus: 4pm from stop #1 (Downtown Auckland)
- Frequency: Approx. every 30mins
- Popular stops: Holy Trinity Cathedral, Parnell Village, Bastion Point and SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium
Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.
- Tip: Explore Parnell Village's quaint shops and cafes after seeing Holy Trinity Cathedral, one of the greatest wooden gothic structures in the world.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility
- The audio commentary is available in the English language.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo: 24/48-Hr Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Auckland + Sky Tower Tickets
- Discover the best of Auckland with this combo ticket that includes admission to the Sky Tower and a hop-on hop-off bus tour on the open-top Explorer Bus or the Soaring Kiwi bus.
- Visit Auckland Sky Tower, the tallest building in the southern hemisphere, and catch peerless views of the gorgeous topography of Auckland.
- Select a 24 or 48-hour bus pass to visit 9 stops across the City of Sails. Gain insights on landmarks you pass by with English audio commentary.
- The most popular stops on your HOHO route include the Downtown, Central Auckland, Sky Tower, Auckland Art Gallery, the Auckland War Memorial Museum, and Holy Trinity Cathedral.
Inclusions
24/48-Hour HOHO Pass
- 24-Hour Pass
- 48-Hour Pass
Sky Tower
- Access to Sky Tower
Exclusions
24/48-Hour HOHO Pass
- Admission to attractions
Sky Tower
- Access to Sky Walk & Sky Jump
Red Route
- First bus: 9am from stop #1 (Downtown Auckland)
- Last bus: 4pm from stop #1 (Downtown Auckland)
- Frequency: Approx. every 30mins
- Popular stops: Holy Trinity Cathedral, Parnell Village, Bastion Point, and SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium
Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.
24/48-Hour HOHO Pass
- Tip: Explore Parnell Village's quaint shops and cafes after seeing Holy Trinity Cathedral, one of the greatest wooden gothic structures in the world.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility
- The onboard commentary is available in the English language.
Sky Tower
- Tip: Spot key landmarks, the 53 volcanoes, and other historical locations within the greater Tāmaki Makaurau area from the Sky Tower.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Parking
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo: 24/48-Hr Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Auckland + Weta Workshop Unleashed Tickets
- Discover the best of Auckland with this combo ticket that gives access to Weta Workshop Unleashed experience and a hop-on hop-off bus tour on the open-top Explorer Bus or the Soaring Kiwi bus.
- Immerse yourself in the engaging displays at the Academy-winning Weta Workshop Unleashed, which offers a glimpse at how special effects are produced for movies.
- Discover magical film sets, one hyper-realistic giant, and a galactic robot, and learn how the crew designs, builds, and brings them to life.
- Choose the 24 or 48-hour bus pass and explore 9 different stops dotted around the City of Sails. Get insights on the landmarks you pass by through English audio commentary.
- The most popular stops on your HOHO route include the Downtown, Central Auckland, Sky Tower, Auckland Art Gallery, the Auckland War Memorial Museum, and Holy Trinity Cathedral.
Inclusions
24/48-Hour HOHO Pass
- 24-Hour Pass
- 48-Hour Pass
Weta Workshop Unleashed Tickets
- Entry to Weta Workshop
Exclusions
24/48-Hour HOHO Pass
- Entry to attractions
Red Route
- First bus: 9am from stop #1 (Downtown Auckland)
- Last bus: 4pm from stop #1 (Downtown Auckland)
- Frequency: Approx. every 30mins
- Popular stops: Holy Trinity Cathedral, Parnell Village, Bastion Point and SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium.
Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.
24/48-Hour HOHO Pass
- Tip: Explore Parnell Village's quaint shops and cafes after seeing Holy Trinity Cathedral, one of the greatest wooden gothic structures in the world.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility
- The onboard commentary is available in the English language.
Weta Workshop Unleashed
- Tip: If you want to get creative and make cool stuff, buy one of the crafting kits offered at the Weta Unleashed merchandise store.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility
- Note that the following is not allowed on this tour: large bags.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo: 24/48-Hr Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Auckland + SEA LIFE Kelly Tarltons Tickets
- Get this pocket-friendly combo ticket to explore Auckland's top attractions on the hop-on hop-off bus tour and get access to SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium.
- Stroll through the famous Shark Tunnel in the world’s first curved aquarium and encounter the penguin colony on display at the Antarctic Ice Adventure exhibit.
- Get up close with marine life, including New Zealand’s largest collection of sharks, gigantic stingrays, and beautiful seahorses at SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium.
- Opt for either the 24-hour or 48-hour bus pass and discover 9 distinct stops throughout the city. Gain knowledge about the landmarks you pass through the English audio commentary.
- The most popular stops on your HOHO route include the Downtown, Central Auckland, Sky Tower, Auckland Art Gallery, the Auckland War Memorial Museum, and Holy Trinity Cathedral.
Inclusions
24/48-Hour HOHO Pass
- 24-Hour Pass
- 48-Hour Pass
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium
- Entry to SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium
Exclusions
24/48-Hour HOHO Pass
- Entry to attractions
Red Route
- First bus: 9am from stop #1 (Downtown Auckland)
- Last bus: 4pm from stop #1 (Downtown Auckland)
- Frequency: Approx. every 30mins
- Popular stops: Holy Trinity Cathedral, Parnell Village, Bastion Point and SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium.
Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.
24/48-Hour HOHO Pass
- Tip: Explore Parnell Village's quaint shops and cafes after seeing Holy Trinity Cathedral, one of the greatest wooden gothic structures in the world.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility
- The onboard commentary is available in the English language.
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium
- Tip: The stunning Seahorse Kingdom exhibit features the world’s only display of Spiny Sea Dragons.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility
- Note that the following is not allowed on this tour: large bags.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo: 24/48-Hr Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Auckland + Auckland Museum Ticket
- Grab this money-saving combo and experience the best of Auckland with a hop-on hop-off bus tour and a visit to the Auckland War Memorial Museum.
- Explore Auckland Museum's rich artifacts and delve into New Zealand's natural environment, history, and involvement in World War II.
- Witness the Maori collection featuring carved meeting houses, letters, photographs, canoes, and weapons at Auckland War Memorial Museum.
- Curate the perfect itinerary with a 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off pass with 9 stops and learn about the landmarks you pass by with English audio commentary available onboard.
- The most popular stops on your HOHO route include Downtown, Central Auckland, Sky Tower, Auckland Art Gallery, Newmarket, and Holy Trinity Cathedral.
Inclusions
24/48-Hour HOHO Pass
- 24-Hour Pass
- 48-Hour Pass
Auckland Museum
- Admission to Auckland War Memorial Museum
Exclusions
- Entry to attractions
Red Route
- First bus: 9am from stop #1 (Downtown Auckland)
- Last bus: 4pm from stop #1 (Downtown Auckland)
- Frequency: Approx. every 30mins
- Popular stops: Holy Trinity Cathedral, Parnell Village, Bastion Point, and SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium
Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.
24/48-Hour HOHO Pass
- Tip: Explore Parnell Village's quaint shops and cafes after seeing Holy Trinity Cathedral, one of the greatest wooden gothic structures in the world.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility
- The onboard commentary is available in the English language.
Auckland Museum
- Tip: If you're on a budget or traveling with kids, the Kai Room at the museum is a cafeteria where you can eat meals brought from home.
- Facilities: Parking, Lockers, Wheelchair Accessibility, Restroom.
- Tripods and bags with dimensions greater than 40cm (L) x 15cm (W) x 35cm (H) are prohibited in the galleries and must be checked into a self-service locker.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo: 24/48-Hr Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Auckland + All Blacks Experience Tickets
- Enjoy this money-saving combo which includes a hop-on hop-off bus tour of Auckland and entry to All Blacks Experience.
- Discover New Zealand's rugby story at the immersive All Blacks Experience. Put your skills to the test by playing against All Blacks and Black Ferns in the hands-on zone.
- Curate the perfect itinerary with a 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off pass with 9 stops located near the most iconic attractions in the City of Sails.
- Get to know more about the locations you pass by through English recorded commentary available onboard.
- The most popular stops on your HOHO route include Downtown, Central Auckland, Sky Tower, Auckland Art Gallery, Newmarket, the Auckland War Memorial Museum, and Holy Trinity Cathedral.
Inclusions
24/48-Hour HOHO Pass
- 24-Hour Pass
- 48-Hour Pass
All Blacks Experience
- Admission to All Blacks Experience
Exclusions
- Entry to attractions
Red Route
- First bus: 9am from stop #1 (Downtown Auckland)
- Last bus: 4pm from stop #1 (Downtown Auckland)
- Frequency: Approx. every 30mins
- Popular stops: Holy Trinity Cathedral, Parnell Village, Bastion Point and SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium
Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.
24/48-Hour HOHO Pass
- Tip: Explore Parnell Village's quaint shops and cafes after seeing Holy Trinity Cathedral, one of the greatest wooden gothic structures in the world.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility
- The onboard commentary is available in the English language.
All Blacks Experience
- Tip: Experience the All Blacks Haka up close like never before.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Pram/Stroller Accessibility.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Why Choose Auckland Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours?
- Visit Top Landmarks: See the best of Auckland’s famous attractions with great flexibility from the open-top buses or hop-off to experience it up close.
- Easy and Convenient: Shed your transport woes and conveniently move from one attraction to the next, armed with a single Hop-On Hop-Off ticket.
- Save Money: Hop-On Hop-Off tickets are absolute money-savers as you will not have to spend on transportation from venue to venue.
- Complimentary Add-Ons: Your tickets may include additional entry passes or guided tours to venues.
- Pre-Recorded Commentary: Informative audio guides in English available onboard enhances your travel experience.
Please check your tickets for more information on the special features and inclusions.
Auckland Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour Timetable
Auckland Explorer Bus
Yellow Line
- Timings: 9 AM to 5 PM
- Frequency: Every 30 minutes
- Loop Duration: 60 minutes
Blue Line
- Timings: 9 AM to 5 PM
- Frequency: Every 30 minutes
- Loop Duration: 60 minutes
Frequently Asked Questions About Auckland Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours
Q. Does Auckland have a Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour?
A. Yes, Auckland has a Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour.
Q. Where can I buy Auckland Hop-On Hop-Off tickets?
A. You can buy Auckland Hop-On Hop-Off tickets online.
Q. Are Auckland Hop-On Hop-Off tickets available online?
A. Yes, you can avail Auckland Hop-On Hop-Off tickets online.
Q. How much does a Hop-On Hop-Off bus ticket cost in Auckland?
A. Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing bus tour ticket prices start from NZ$50.
Q. How do Hop-On Hop-Off buses work in Auckland?
A. Hop-On Hop-Off buses in Auckland allow you to get on and leave the bus at any of the designated stops to see the major city landmarks at your own pace.
Q. How often do Hop-On Hop-Off buses operate in Auckland?
A. Auckland Hop-On Hop-Off buses run between 9 AM to 5 PM.
Q. Are Auckland Hop-On Hop-Off bus tours accessibility-friendly?
A. Yes, Auckland Hop-On Hop-Off bus tours are accessible to wheelchair users.