Sky Tower, New Zealand

From series “Breathtaking High-Altitude Observation Points with Panoramic Views on Cities”

Year: 1997. Height: 220 meters.

The highest observation deck in Auckland is located in the skyscraper with a romantic name Sky Tower. It is located at an altitude of 220 meters. In fair weather, this observation deck offers the panoramic view of 80 km. Visiting the sight is one of the favorite entertainment of the guests of the city. Sky Tower is a common TV tower in Auckland. It is 328 meters high, that makes it the tallest building in the country. The construction of the tower was completed in 1997. Almost from the first days of the opening, viewing platforms became available for visitors.

Admiring the panorama of the city is not the only entertainment that is available to visitors of the TV tower. The main observation deck is equipped with a glass floor. Not all dare to step on it. This attraction will be an excellent test for the nerves. In fine weather, visitors can experience the SkyJump ride. They can make a memorable leap from one of the highest lookouts of the planet.

Those who prefer the more tranquil and romantic entertainment can enjoy the upscale restaurant with a rotating hall. There you can admire the spectacular panorama of Auckland. It’s also worth noting that the restaurant in the TV tower is quite expensive. However, even the most budget travelers can enjoy a cup of coffee and admire views, while sitting there at a table near a huge window. Recently, visitors of Sky Tower can experience a new activity - Skywalk. You have to prepare for it in advance. An instructor-led group of visitors can stroll along the edge of an open observation deck.

Next - Skybridge

CN Tower, Canada

Skybridge, Malaysia

Back to the start “Breathtaking High-Altitude Observation Points with Panoramic Views on Cities”

Sky Tower - interactive map

Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'Westpac' located in 0.24 km (

check the route on the map).

Car rental office: 'Hertz' is located in 0.08 km (

on the map).

Fuel station: 'BP' in 0.29 km

Supermarket: 'Super Food Market' in 0.21 km

Parking: 'SKYCITY Auckland Parking' in 0.05 km

Apotheek: 'Hobson Street Pharmacy' in 0.25 km

Police station: 'Auckland Central Police Station' in 0.41 km

Cafe/restaurant: 'Toto Restaurant' in 0.05 km

Railway station: 'Sierra Cafe Britomart' in 0.8 km

Nearest airports:
» Auckland Airport AKL - in 17 km

» Ardmore Airport AMZ - in 27 km

» Hamilton International Airport HLZ - in 124 km

» Whangarei Airport WRE - in 125 km

» Tauranga Airport TRG - in 156 km

Photo gallery: Breathtaking High-Altitude Observation Points with Panoramic Views on Cities

Sources of mono-religion. The Surviving Artifacts of Jewish Civilization

Invisible death. The Most Radioactive Zones on the Planet

Cities nearby

» Guide to Auckland

» Cuisine & restaurants

» Traditions & mentality

» Culture & art

» Attractions & nightlife

» Hotels in Auckland

» Guest houses

» Bed & Breakfast

» Apartments

» Hostels

» Car rent in Auckland

» Economy cars

» Hotels in Tauranga

» Car rent in Tauranga

» Apartments

» Hostels

» Car rent in Rotorua

» Economy cars

Best hotels near Sky Tower

Quest on Beaumont

Located in 0 km from Sky Tower
Route on the map:

Rooms: 36

All accommodation includes a desk, iPod docking station and a flat-screen TV with over 60 satellite channels. Each apartment includes a private … More: photo, rates and booking

Uenuku Lodge

Located in 1 km from Sky Tower
Route on the map:

Rooms: 50

Guests can choose to stay in a lively dormitory room or in the comfort of their own private room. Linen is provided in all rooms. Some rooms have a … More: photo, rates and booking

Sea Breeze Boutique Motel

Located in 2 km from Sky Tower
Route on the map:

Rooms: 10

Sea Breeze Boutique Motor Inn is 6 minutes' drive from Auckland Zoo. Kelly Tarlton's SEA LIFE Aquarium is 18 minutes' drive away. Auckland … More: photo, rates and booking

The Esplanade Hotel

Located in 3 km from Sky Tower
Route on the map:

Rooms: 17

All rooms are equipped with tea/coffee making facilities, an iPod dock and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some rooms boast views of … More: photo, rates and booking

Nearest unique sightseeing spots to visit

0 km - Auckland Art Gallery

From the series 'Famous Buildings of Renaissance Architecture'

The Auckland Art Gallery is the greatest architectural monument in New Zealand. This art gallery was built in 1887. Today there has placed a rich collection of art pieces of local and foreign artists. Large halls are usually used for international exhibitions. ##Over a …

1 km - Yellow Treehouse Cafe

From the series 'The Most Exotic Restaurants in the World'

Those who do not want to climb into the mountains in search of the cozy restaurant can walk in the surroundings of Auckland and find the romantic Café Yellow Treehouse in one of the picturesque forests. At first sight you can hardly recognize a restaurant. The café …

108 km - Manu Bay

From the series 'Top Beaches for Surfing on Huge Waves'

Some beaches are great for surfing in New Zealand. Manu Bay is a great example. This beach is located in the town of Raglan. It is considered one of the best beaches with left-hand waves in the world. The height of the waves reaches 3 meters off the coast at certain …

155 km - Waitomo Caves

From the series '10 Natural Wonders of the World'

The famous caves of Waitomo are located in New Zealand. Their features can’t be explained by anything except a miracle. The fact is that these caves are inhabited by rare species of fireflies that can be found only in New Zealand. These tiny creatures light up the …

159 km - Waitomo Glowworm Caves

From the series 'Fantastic and Colorful Caves Inside the Earth'

In New Zealand is an amazing cave of Waitomo, also known under the unofficial name of the Cave of Fireflies. It is tiny fireflies that cover the vault and walls of the cave and make the atmosphere in it special. The flickering of a thousand tiny dots resembles the …

219 km - Waiotapu Valley

From the series 'Top 15 Most Fantastic Creations of Nature'

New Zealand can boast with Waiotapu Valley of Geysers known to the whole world. It is able to surprise with its unique formations, and a variety of unearthly landscape. The area of the valley is about 18 square km. The name literally translates from the Maori …

Top destination around Sky Tower - Auckland

Many hotels in Auckland are focused on fans beach recreation. The Whangaparaoa Lodge complex is one of these hotels. It offers fully equipped villas near picturesque Little Manly Beach, as well as amazing infrastructure and an adjacent territory perfect for relaxation. Whangaparaoa Lodge is a hotel that is suitable for different categories of travelers. There are several large sports centers nearby, including the elite Gulf Harbour center. Holidaymakers can reach the Waiwera thermal springs simply by walking several minutes in a picturesque place.
Tourists who prefer to stay in fully equipped apartments will be pleased with Quest on Hobson . This hotel is located close to St. Matthew Church and vibrant Queen Street. The hotel is focused on a wide range of guests. All the apartments are mostly designed in white and offer a gorgeous panoramic view of the nearby attractions. Interesting decorations in the national style, artworks, mural paintings, and fresh flowers in original vases complement the strict design of rooms.

Apart from stylish rooms, the popular aparthotel Waldorf Celestion has a wonderful surrounding area with a garden. There is a small landscaped garden with a fountain at the entrance to the hotel, creating a striking contrast with the nearby high-rise buildings. Guests of this aparthotel will be pleased with excellent technical equipment of rooms. Each room has a DVD player and iPod dock, as well as an equipped kitchenette. The hotel has its own Little India restaurant, in which visitors are welcome to try delicious Indian cuisine.
Read further...

OrangeSmile.com - online travel reservation expert providing reliable car rental and hotel booking services. We feature more than 25.000 destinations with 12.000 rental offices and 200.000 hotels worldwide.

Secure Server

OrangeSmile B.V. - Hotel Booking Worldwide

Head office: Weegschaalstraat 3 Eindhoven, 5632 CW Netherlands

+31 40 40 150 44