Location: Auckland
Top Things to do in Auckland
The 10 Best Neighborhoods in Auckland, North Island
The Māori call Auckland Tāmaki Makaurau — a maiden desired by 100 lovers,
and a valuable territory fought over for centuries for its fertile land and
natural harbors on the Pacific Ocean (to the east) and Tasman Sea (to the
west). Today, it’s New Zealand’s largest city: A vibrant and diverse place
where nature and urban life go hand-in- hand, with 48 volcanic cones, more
than 50 islands, and 29,000 km of coastline and beaches just minutes away
from the arts and shopping of the central city.
Restaurants in Auckland
1. Ponsonby
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 625 reviews
Reviewed By ChristopherC911 - Selby, United Kingdom
This wonderful Auckland suburb is very much hip. Full of boutique shops and wonderful eateries, it is a great place to visit.
2. Titirangi
3. Parnell
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 571 reviews
Saved from demolition by the efforts of one individual, this restored historic village has specialty and antique shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants and is a trendy nightspot.
Reviewed By klvmar
Spending a day in Parnell Village was the perfect way to end our two-month vacation in New Zealand. The quaint little shops and galleries in this beautifully designed suburb were fun to explore and the large variety of cafes and restaurants offered an unlimited variety of delicious cuisines. What a great discovery! We will definitely be back.
4. America's Cup Village
5. Newmarket
6. Takutai Square
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By HolidayMaker0823 - Auckland Central, New Zealand
I live nearby. This place captures hidden restaurant and cafe gems that are waiting to be discovered. The small lights hanging reflects a "merry" snapshot of the place with the ambiance of glass walls from the nearby shops. On Weekends, it is a busy place for food stalls and gatherings to grab a bite or drinks. One can also walk a few steps to see the cruise ships docked on the other side of this road. On Weekdays, it is a buys place for coffees and people going to the Britomart Train Station. This place is near the hub of buses, trains, and ferries.
7. Britomart
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 236 reviews
Reviewed By Vacation275996
The name Britomart became well-known for the site of the new underground railway being built as well as the terminius of the city rail and bus systems. Numerous cafes and restaurants serving cuisine from all over the world - my count is 12 in the immediate area with another 6 close by. There is a variety of high class shops in an attractive atrium plus a farmers market on Saturdays. With summer almost upon us the large green grass area equipped with bean bags will become very popular.
8. Wynyard Quarter
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By richardfP8835PD - Waitakere City, New Zealand
Wynyard Quarter is Aucklands newest and most exciting precinct, set between the Viaduct Harbour and West Haven Marina; it will be the home of the Americas Cup village for the March, 2021 challenge. Boasts a variety of restaurants, a theatre, hotel, the Auckland Fish market, commercial premises for the maritime industry and bearthing for many of the larger super-yachts. Loads to do; promenade along the edge of the harbour, or sit and watch the world go by at one of the waterside bistros. World-class.
9. Queens Wharf
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 17 reviews
With stunning, uninterrupted views of the Waitemata Harbour and situated in the heart of downtown Auckland, Queens Wharf is a premier event location. The wharf offers two strikingly different venues – Shed 10 and The Cloud alongside the outdoor public space available for larger events.
