TripSmithAuckland
A curated guide to Auckland, New Zealand: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.
What to see
- Weta Workshop Unleashed 4.8★ (2,600 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Auckland Domain 4.7★ (13,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Auckland War Memorial Museum 4.7★ (14,000 reviews) · Museum
- Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa 4.7★ (26,000 reviews) · Museum
- Domain Wintergardens 4.7★ (4,400 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Sky Tower 4.6★ (22,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Albert Park 4.6★ (4,700 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Auckland Art Gallery 4.6★ (6,600 reviews) · Tourist attraction
Where to eat
- Amano 4.6★ (5,000 reviews) · Restaurant
- Depot 4.6★ (2,200 reviews) · Restaurant
- Crave 4.4★ (2,000 reviews) · Cafe
- Remedy Coffee 4.7★ (1,600 reviews) · Coffee shop
- Chuffed 4.5★ (1,500 reviews) · Cafe
- Scarecrow Mediterranean Cafe 4.5★ (1,300 reviews) · Cafe
- Tempero 4.9★ (598 reviews) · Pan-Latin restaurant
- Culprit. 4.7★ (704 reviews) · Restaurant
Where to drink
- Caretaker 4.7★ (1,700 reviews) · Bar
- Dr Rudi's Rooftop Brewing Co. 4.3★ (3,800 reviews) · Bar
- Panacea 4.9★ (306 reviews) · Cocktail bar
- Ding Dong Lounge 4.4★ (782 reviews) · Bar
- The Broken Lantern 4.7★ (435 reviews) · Bar
A sample 3-day shape
Day 1
- Morning: Weta Workshop Unleashed
- Afternoon: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
- Dinner: Amano
- Nightcap: Caretaker
Day 2
- Morning: Auckland Domain
- Afternoon: Domain Wintergardens
- Dinner: Depot
- Nightcap: Dr Rudi's Rooftop Brewing Co.
Day 3
- Morning: Auckland War Memorial Museum
- Afternoon: Sky Tower
- Dinner: Crave
- Nightcap: Panacea
This is a starting shape — plan your own Auckland trip →
Frequently asked
How many days do you need in Auckland?
With 18 notable sights and 15 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.