Top Things to do in Auckland Central
Things to do in Auckland Central, North Island: The Best Shopping Malls
European, Polynesian, Asian and strong Maori heritages give the Auckland its distinctive culture. Discover the history of the world's largest Polynesian city through Maori treasures at Auckland Museum and experience the lives of 19th-century settlers at Howick Historical Village. Find Polynesian handicrafts at Otara Market or people-watch in bustling Ponsonby and Parnell. Adventure junkies can get their fix from kayaking, sailing and high-octane bungee jumping.
Restaurants in Auckland Central
1. Commercial Bay
2. Vulcan Lane
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 102 reviews
This small pedestrian-only lane running between Queen Street and the shopping district known as Chancery is lined with quirky shops, cafes, bars, and restaurants. You'll also find buskers some days.
Reviewed By Good_Partner - Sydney, Australia
This is an amazing lane that has its own charm and character, unlike Queen Street which can be found in many other large cities. The shops, cafe and restaurants were vibrant with own style and signature you won't see along Queen Street. This is a must visit place in Auckland. Even sitting on the bench in this lane watching people around would be fun.
3. Queens Court
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 7 reviews
4. Sylvia Park Shopping Centre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 282 reviews
New Zealand's largest shopping center, located in Mount Wellington, six miles southeast of the city. It has more than 200 stores, including the country's only Zara and a flagship H&M store.
Reviewed By natashas8319 - Whanganui, New Zealand
I just love going to Sylvia Park. This place has its own vibe. I love how its got every type of store- clothing, makeup, jewellery, homewares, cafe, restaurants and Cinema. You will never get bored when you are here. Highly recommended for Shopaholics and people who like busy places!
5. The Strand Arcade
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 10 reviews
Built in 1910, this ornately decorated arcade linking Queen Street and Elliot Street has a range of independent and chain stores, a hairdressing salon, and a large international food court downstairs.
6. The Warehouse
7. WestCity Waitakere
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 37 reviews
Just 10 miles west of the CBD, this large, spacious, light and bright mall has 115 stores, a food hall with plenty of variety, and a cinema. It is a great destination for last-minute souvenirs.
8. Victoria Park Market
Overall Ratings
2.0 based on 90 reviews
The area that now makes up Victoria Park Village was once the local rubbish collection area. The horses would lead the carts around the old City Centre collecting the rubbish - the rubbish was then delivered to Victoria Park Village,burnt in the old chimney and the power generated from this would power the city street lights. On site you can still see the chimney, sorting area and the old stables. a ramp that was previously used to get the horses up to the second floor of the stables is now the Celebrity Walk where a number of icon Kiwis have left their hand and foot prints. The horses have long since "bolted" from the stables and in their place a thriving community of artisans are setting up in eateries, workshops, shops and galleries - most weekends between 10 and 2 you can find market stalls set up around the Village.
