Auckland Things to Do

Point 5 Nine call themselves "a little bit of Ponsonby Road in Pt Chev", and it is all this and more. A warm and friendly local restaurant, it bustles with locals even on a weeknight. Wooden floors and brick walls are set off b... more

Just down the waterfront road east of Auckland central is an opportunity to take advantage of the beautiful Waitemata Harbour. Former Olympic rowing gold medalist Ian Ferguson has established a kayaking rental and instruction c... more

Iguacu has prospered near the top of Parnell Rise for many years now. They must be getting something right. This is an inviting place; look for the gas flame welcoming you. Although large and busy, the restaurant retains a frie... more

Trinity Cafe embodies the spirit of the suburb of Parnell-sleek, tasteful and comfortably stylish. It is a great place to people watch whilst dining on a delicious brunch, such as mushrooms on toast or eggs Florentine with spin... more

Located in the trendy suburb of Parnell, Veranda Bar & Grill is an enduringly popular venue. Almost always crowded, "VBG" caters for a well-heeled urban business crowd who do not look at price tags and who know how to have fun.... more

Patio Café is situated upstairs, within historic Queen's Arcade. There is a great view of the passing traffic below from the balcony. It is particularly popular with business people for workday lunches. The food here is tasty a... more

This lively cafe/bar/brasserie occupies two floors on happening High Street, just a minute's walk from Queen Street. A big sidewalk terrace provides a good spot for observing the passing pedestrian traffic. Patrons comprise nea... more

Canyoning, although well established overseas, is relatively new in New Zealand. Participants travel down a stream by means of a combination of abseiling, sliding and jumping off waterfalls. The venue is the Blue Canyon, in the... more

This 24-meter maxi yacht, formerly known as the "Phantom of the Straits" offers year round crewed charter sailing. Ninety minute harbor cruises, day trips and six month blue-water ocean voyages can be accommodated. Formerly rac... more

Bacio is Kiss Bar's more laid back, quieter brother. Full of comfortable couches and intimate booths, Bacio is stylish yet casual and friendly. The clientele is a more mature version of the energetic clubbers at Kiss Bar, peopl... more