Hotels near Rainbow's End

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre in Manukau. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.

Due Drop Events Centre is worth a pic or two when discovering Wiri.

If thrills are what you're after, head to Vector Wero Whitewater Park, located 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from central Auckland. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and cafes, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you have fun at Vector Wero Whitewater Park, you'll love Rainbow's End, just a short walk away.

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Adams Park in Manurewa. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Alex Maich Park and Anderson Park, both a short walk away.

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Anderson Park in Manurewa. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Adams Park and Alex Maich Park, both a short walk away.

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Alex Maich Park in Manurewa. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Adams Park and Gloucester Road Reserve, both a short walk away.

Ready for an education in local botany? Auckland Botanical Gardens should make your list of places to visit, located 13.5 mi (21.7 km) from central Auckland. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to David Nathan Park, just a short walk away.