Guidebook for Auckland
Food Scene
Postal Service
537 Great North RoadGreat coffee and brunch option.
Occam Espresso Bar Kitchen
135 Williamson AveBigger space to spread out
Newest favourite for coffee, smoothie and a bit to eat. Smaller space than most.
6 locals recommend
Crumb
507b Ariki StNewest favourite for coffee, smoothie and a bit to eat. Smaller space than most.
Great place with various options including Argentinian BBQ, Japanese, burgers etc
298 locals recommend
Ponsonby Central
146 Ponsonby RdGreat place with various options including Argentinian BBQ, Japanese, burgers etc
Drinks & Nightlife
Bedford Soda & Liquor - Ponsonby
1 Richmond RdGreat cocktails
Bar stools outside are great on a warm afternoon. Staff are known for great service
8 locals recommend
Mr Toms
151 Ponsonby RdBar stools outside are great on a warm afternoon. Staff are known for great service
Dr Rudi's Rooftop Brewing Co.
204 Quay StNew rooftop bar in CBD.
Pocket Bar & Kitchen
592 Great N RdGreat new small neighbourhood bar. Closest to the house.
Parks & Nature
Hosts a lot of free activities. Lots of facilities and amenities. Popular place to hang out
50 locals recommend
Grey Lynn Park
Dryden StreetHosts a lot of free activities. Lots of facilities and amenities. Popular place to hang out
Western Springs Stadium and Park
Great North RoadGreat lake, adjacent to stadium and the Zoo.
Walking distance to CBD. Also hosts a lot of free activities and has a lot of amenities. Access to waterfront boardwalks.
81 locals recommend
Silo Park
Jellicoe StreetWalking distance to CBD. Also hosts a lot of free activities and has a lot of amenities. Access to waterfront boardwalks.
Good reverse views of the city and an insight to the volcanic environment that surrounds the city
280 locals recommend
Rangitoto Island Scenic Reserve
Good reverse views of the city and an insight to the volcanic environment that surrounds the city
Favourite hiking destination in Auckland. Also location of popular mountain biking park. The weather can change suddenly and the track conditions can change if it has been raining. A map can be found in the bookcase (please leave it at the house). For hikes I would suggest you head to the Arataki Visitors Centre on Scenic Drive.
114 locals recommend
Waitākere Ranges Regional Park
Favourite hiking destination in Auckland. Also location of popular mountain biking park. The weather can change suddenly and the track conditions can change if it has been raining. A map can be found in the bookcase (please leave it at the house). For hikes I would suggest you head to the Arataki Visitors Centre on Scenic Drive.
Shopping
Good combination of chain stores and boutiques. Not the cheapest place to shop but has some great finds
227 locals recommend
Ponsonby Road
Ponsonby RoadGood combination of chain stores and boutiques. Not the cheapest place to shop but has some great finds
Westfield St Lukes
80 St Lukes RdClosest Mall
Getting Around
Closest bustop heading in the city direction. During peak commuter times, buses leave towards the city every 5-10 minutes
401 Great North Rd
401 Great North RoadClosest bustop heading in the city direction. During peak commuter times, buses leave towards the city every 5-10 minutes
Essentials
Countdown Ponsonby
4 Williamson AveNew World Victoria Park
2 College Hill