Guidebook for Auckland
Food Scene
Fabulous coffee, french deli food including the best baguettes in town. Then walk around the corner to the best beach in Auckland, Cheltenham Beach.
19 locals recommend
Chateaubriant
87 Vauxhall RdFabulous coffee, french deli food including the best baguettes in town. Then walk around the corner to the best beach in Auckland, Cheltenham Beach.
This hidden gem is in the middle of Auckland City. Climb down the stairs and wait for your table in this busy little Japanese joint. Order warm sake or cold, then dish by dish, the food will emerge. Great spot for people watching and eating before a show.
23 locals recommend
Tanuki's Cave
319 B Queen StThis hidden gem is in the middle of Auckland City. Climb down the stairs and wait for your table in this busy little Japanese joint. Order warm sake or cold, then dish by dish, the food will emerge. Great spot for people watching and eating before a show.
The Taste Thai
67 Lake RdJust so yummy, and not too expensive.
The food comes straight from the oven, using an abundance of fresh, free-range and organic produce. Delicious cakes, quiches, pies. Great atmosphere. Take the bus or follow the walkway (30 min walk) over the mangroves to visit this Auckland icon.
41 locals recommend
Little & Friday — Belmont
232 Ponsonby RoadThe food comes straight from the oven, using an abundance of fresh, free-range and organic produce. Delicious cakes, quiches, pies. Great atmosphere. Take the bus or follow the walkway (30 min walk) over the mangroves to visit this Auckland icon.
Drinks & Nightlife
Great for people watching and pre-dinner cocktails in Downtown Auckland. Try the Amaretto Sour, delicious!
Cornerbar
Shortland StreetGreat for people watching and pre-dinner cocktails in Downtown Auckland. Try the Amaretto Sour, delicious!
Essentials
Supa Fruit Mart
Corrella RoadFresh fruit and basic essentials like bread, milk, herbs, eggs, noodles and rice.
You will find all the essentials here including milk, drinks, tinned food, toothbrush, fresh and frozen food, chocolate and some vegetables (but not much - better to go to Supa Fruit Mart in Belmont for fresh fruit and vegetables).
Bayswater Superette
41 Bayswater AveYou will find all the essentials here including milk, drinks, tinned food, toothbrush, fresh and frozen food, chocolate and some vegetables (but not much - better to go to Supa Fruit Mart in Belmont for fresh fruit and vegetables).
Arts & Culture
An easy walk from the ferry building, the Maritime Museum gives you the opportunity to explore the journeys made by migrants to New Zealand in an exhibition inspired by real-life experiences. Also, you can learn about New Zealand’s most celebrated mariner, Sir Peter Blake. He was a peerless ocean racer and passionate environmentalist. This stunning permanent exhibition celebrates his remarkable achievements, as well as paying tribute to New Zealand's world-renowned design and yachting prowess.
81 locals recommend
New Zealand Maritime Museum
An easy walk from the ferry building, the Maritime Museum gives you the opportunity to explore the journeys made by migrants to New Zealand in an exhibition inspired by real-life experiences. Also, you can learn about New Zealand’s most celebrated mariner, Sir Peter Blake. He was a peerless ocean racer and passionate environmentalist. This stunning permanent exhibition celebrates his remarkable achievements, as well as paying tribute to New Zealand's world-renowned design and yachting prowess.
Parks & Nature
In the heart of Devonport, you can visit one of the most beautiful and quiet beaches in Auckland. Stunning views of Rangitoto and the harbour. Collect some food from the local cafes and have a picnic in the shade of the trees.
39 locals recommend
Cheltenham Beach
Bath StIn the heart of Devonport, you can visit one of the most beautiful and quiet beaches in Auckland. Stunning views of Rangitoto and the harbour. Collect some food from the local cafes and have a picnic in the shade of the trees.