Auckland

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

  1. Weta Workshop Unleashed 4.8★ (2,700 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  2. Auckland Domain 4.7★ (13,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  3. Auckland War Memorial Museum 4.7★ (14,000 reviews) · Museum
  4. Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa 4.7★ (26,000 reviews) · Museum
  5. Domain Wintergardens 4.7★ (4,500 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  6. Auckland Museum 4.7★ (15,000 reviews) · Museum
  7. Albert Park 4.6★ (4,800 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  8. Auckland Art Gallery 4.6★ (6,600 reviews) · Tourist attraction

Where to eat

  1. Depot 4.6★ (2,200 reviews) · Restaurant
  2. Amano 4.6★ (5,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  3. Slowlane Cafe 4.6★ (2,200 reviews) · Cafe
  4. Crave 4.4★ (2,000 reviews) · Cafe
  5. Remedy Coffee 4.7★ (1,700 reviews) · Coffee shop
  6. Chuffed 4.5★ (1,500 reviews) · Cafe
  7. Scarecrow Mediterranean Cafe 4.5★ (1,300 reviews) · Cafe
  8. Tempero 4.9★ (615 reviews) · Pan-Latin restaurant

Where to drink

  1. Caretaker 4.7★ (1,700 reviews) · Bar
  2. Dr Rudi's Rooftop Brewing Co. 4.3★ (3,800 reviews) · Bar
  3. Panacea 4.9★ (312 reviews) · Cocktail bar
  4. Ding Dong Lounge 4.4★ (782 reviews) · Bar
  5. The Broken Lantern 4.7★ (447 reviews) · Bar

A sample 3-day shape

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Frequently asked

How many days do you need in Auckland?

With 23 notable sights and 19 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.

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