Auckland Explorer Bus

The Auckland tourist bus provides an efficient way to visit key attractions in Auckland, allowing passengers to hop on and off at will.

Routes and Stops

The Auckland Explorer Bus presents a comfortable tour experience with stunning views from its double-decker open-top design. Passengers will benefit from a recorded audio guide in English throughout the journey.

The Red Tour focuses on downtown and central Auckland, featuring highlights such as the Sky Tower, Auckland Art Gallery, Newmarket, the Auckland War Memorial Museum, and SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium.

The Blue Tour traverses central and western Auckland, including locations like Mt. Eden (Maungawhau), Auckland Zoo, and MOTAT. Note that the Blue Outer Tour operates only from November to April.

How it Works

The ticket options are valid for either 24 or 48 hours from the first use, allowing unlimited hop on and off access during that period.

Frequency and Schedule

The Auckland tourist bus operates as follows:

Red route: daily from 9 am to 4 pm, with a 30-minute frequency. The full tour duration is approximately 70 minutes.Blue route: operates from November to April, 9 am to 4 pm, with a 30-minute frequency, and a total tour time of around 50 minutes.