Rainy Day Activities Auckland
Andrea Thackwray 
27 June 2025 
When the sky turns black and the rainy day weather starts to roll in, it can be tempting to stay home and wait it out. However, I recommend that you don't let the rain wash away your fun, because there are many exciting rainy day activities in Auckland.
From immersive escape rooms to high-speed racing simulators and mind-bending sensory maze adventures, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re a group of friends, a family, or a solo adventurer looking for a unique experience, these indoor hotspots promise to lift your mood and turn any rainy day into a memorable one.
Top Indoor Attractions in Auckland for a Rainy Day
Whether you're visiting for the weekend or you're among the many New Zealand residents looking for something fresh to do, these indoor venues will keep the fun alive even when it's wet and cold outside. Don’t miss these spots if you’re planning a family trip, a casual indoor hangout, or a day of discovery and history.
VR Escape
VR Escape
North Auckland, Auckland
Introducing Virtual Reality Escape Rooms. You'll be fully immersed in a mind-blowing, virtual reality world where you’ll experience all the mystery and challenging puzzles of the Escape Room. In Virtual Reality, you w ...
If you want to escape the rain and also want to escape “reality” to indulge in some virtual world fun, then VR Escape in Auckland is where you should head with your umbrella. In this escape room, you will experience some mysterious and a whole bunch of challenging puzzles. As this is a group activity, do not forget to call your friends with their raincoats. You can have up to 4 players. You also get to s-e-l-e-c-t the kind of challenge and mystery that you want from their huge selection of Escape Room missions. From action, history, fantasy, to horror and Sci-Fi, they have everything. In this virtual world, you and your friends will get to pose as different characters to solve the mystery and finally escape! As soon as you put on the VR headset, your real world starts to melt and a whole new world starts building around you. In this new world, you get to throw things around, climb, and make plans with your friends on how you can tackle the next set of challenges.
Omni VR
Omni VR
North Auckland, Auckland
You’ll actually walk or run through your virtual world on the Omni Treadmill. Equipped with special shoes, Omni VR is the only Virtual Reality experience that allows you to physically RUN through virtual dimensions! ...
Rainy days can slow you down, but not at Omni VR in Auckland, where you’ll be on your feet and running through virtual worlds. And all this while staying warm and dry indoors. This virtual experience is a multiplayer activity that puts you right into the action. The best part? You can run to move your character, thanks to their one-of-a-kind VR setup and special gear. So grab your rain jacket and gather your thrill-seeking friend group for this cool activity at Omni VR. You can team up with your friends or, even better, challenge them to a range of gripping and emerging adventures. Maybe you're escaping a zombie apocalypse, taking down bad robots in a mission, or navigating your way through a haunted house that will send shivers down your spine. From the moment you step into the virtual arena, the real world fades away, and you're completely immersed in the challenge. It’s a perfect indoor adventure to turn a grey day into an adventurous memory.
DX Race Simulator (Race Car Simulator)
Race Car Simulator
North Auckland, Auckland
Our DX Race Simulator will transport you right into the drama and white-knuckle excitement of real track racing! It’s so realistic your adrenaline will be pumping! Jump onto one of our many different courses, hold ti ...
Just because it's pouring outside doesn’t mean the fun has to stop. Head indoors to DX Race Simulator in Auckland and trade your rain-soaked walkways for high-speed racetracks. Whether you're a racing rookie or a speed demon at heart, this race car simulator gives you the full-throttle experience of real track racing without getting a d-r-o-p of rain on you. Feel every shunt, skid, and sudden turn as you grip the G29 steering wheel with its force-feedback system that makes each corner feel like the real thing. With a wide choice of tracks and realistic driving effects like traction loss, oversteer, and even bumps and rolls, you’ll swear you’ve left the city streets behind. Bring your friends along and challenge them to a high-stakes race—just be warned, things can get competitive. Will you dominate the leaderboard or spin out trying? Either way, it’s the perfect rainy-day escape for adrenaline junkies who want to leave it all on the track.
Escape HQ Auckland
Escape HQ Auckland
Northern Bays, Auckland
Prepare for an exhilarating hour of fun and entertainment! Choose your game and then expect to be challenged, as you find clues and solve puzzles using logic and problem solving skills. Our friendly Games Masters are alw ...
If the rain is pouring and you're looking to pour all your focus into solving clever mysteries, then Escape HQ in Auckland is your perfect indoor adventure. This escape room experience is designed to bring out the detective in you, no matter your age or the size of your group. So grab your raincoats and rally your crew because teamwork is the only way out!
Escape HQ offers a variety of indoor games, including exciting head-to-head challenges where you can race your friends in duplicate rooms. Each mission is packed with thrilling puzzles and clever clues that demand sharp thinking and solid teamwork. Whether you're planning a birthday bash, team-building event, or just a fun family outing, this place has something for everyone, complete with a themed lounge, private party room, and even a licensed bar for post-escape celebrations. From date nights to school groups and from kids' parties to corporate get-togethers, this is where you escape the rain and step into a world of strategy, surprises, and smart fun.
Odyssey Sensory Maze
Odyssey Sensory Maze
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Odyssey is an a-maze-ing adventure where while trying to find your way out you will experience darker challenging spaces, quirky physical obstacles and challenges, illusions, lighting effects, scents, sound effects and s ...
If you're looking to escape the rain and dive into something truly out of the ordinary, then Odyssey Sensory Maze in Auckland is calling your name. Right in the heart of the city, this indoor attraction offers an unforgettable maze experience that plays with your senses and keeps you guessing at every turn. So zip up your rain jacket and bring along your curiosity; it’s time to get lost in the best way possible.
Inside the maze, you’ll encounter mirror-filled halls, unusual textures, optical illusions, lighting effects, and unexpected scents and sounds, all designed to challenge your senses and make you question what’s real. This isn’t just walking through a maze; it’s stepping into a world that shifts around you. Whether you're navigating darker spaces or overcoming quirky obstacles, it’s all part of the fun. Perfect for families, friends, or even adventurous tourists, Odyssey lets you explore at your own pace. And if once through isn’t enough, you can upgrade your visit for unlimited re-entry.
Urban Axe Throwing at Sweet Axe Throwing Co.
Urban Axe Throwing at Sweet Axe Throwing Co.
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Unleash your inner Viking! Get ready to get pumped with an axe-perience unlike any other! Sweet Axe Throwing Co. is New Zealand's longest running urban axe throwing experience. Offering bookings for groups large and s ...
Rainy day blues? Time to throw them away at Urban Axe Throwing at Sweet Axe Throwing Co. in Auckland. This is the perfect way to channel that indoor energy into something bold, fun, and just a little bit wild. Whether you’ve never held an axe before or you’re secretly a Viking at heart, this indoor experience will have you hooked in no time.
Don’t worry about the weather or your skill level; the friendly axe-perts provide all the training you need to hit that bullseye. Step into your private lane, gather your mates, and get ready for some serious laughs, competitive spirit, and unforgettable moments. It’s all plaid shirts, sharp throws, and lots of witty banter. From corporate team-building sessions to spontaneous weekend hangouts, this is the kind of rainy-day activity that adds fun to your Friday or even provides a thrilling twist to the weekend.
New Zealand Maritime Museum
New Zealand Maritime Museum
Downtown Auckland, Auckland
Discover our rich maritime history with engaging exhibits, galleries, interactive experiences and a complimentary guided tour at the New Zealand Maritime Museum in Auckland bringing Aotearoa’s voyaging stories to life. ...
Right on the waterfront at Viaduct Harbour, this fully indoor museum is the perfect place to dive into New Zealand, without having to brave the storm. Inside, you’ll sail through centuries of rich maritime history. From ancient Polynesian voyages and early European exploration to immigrant journeys and thrilling yacht races, the museum's galleries and guided tours offer stories that will pull you in like a strong current. There’s even a replica of the America’s Cup-winning yacht Black Magic waiting to impress.
With interactive exhibits, ship simulators, knot-tying stations, and a special discovery zone for kids, it’s a perfect outing for families, history and art buffs, and curious minds of all ages. Rain or shine, the Maritime Museum offers a journey you won't forget, minus the seasickness and soggy shoes.
Hologate VR
Hologate
North Auckland, Auckland
Immerse yourself in the fully-realised future of entertainment with Hologate VR, a one-of-its kind single or multi-player gaming experience that’s perfect for friends and family. See, move and feel the VR dimensions ...
Rainy days don’t stand a chance when you step into the fully immersive world of Hologate VR in Auckland. This futuristic virtual reality experience is perfect for staying dry while diving headfirst into high-energy fun, where your body becomes the controller and your imagination takes the lead.
Once the headset is on, get ready to move, dodge, and battle your way through mind-bending adventures. You might be ducking snowballs in an epic winter showdown, hitting beats in a rhythm challenge, or teaming up to survive a full-on zombie apocalypse. Whether you want to play cooperatively or compete for glory, Hologate VR has something for every kind of player. So grab your umbrella, round up your friends, and get ready to escape the storm.
Final Thoughts
Auckland may be known for its stunning outdoors, but when the weather turns, there's no shortage of thrilling, creative, and family-friendly options indoors. Whether you’re exploring a sensory wonderland, diving into New Zealand’s seafaring history, or escaping life for exciting virtual worlds, these experiences make for some of the best rainy day activities Auckland has to offer.
From Friday night fun to Saturday or Sunday school outings, indoor options are ideal for children, families, and guests of all ages. So next time the rain comes pouring, don’t stay in! Get out and explore what this incredible city has to offer indoors. Your next unforgettable trip might just begin with a storm.
Andrea Thackwray
