Auckland

Food & Drink

• Underground Bistro & The Oyster Inn • Seafood / Casual dining spots for great seafood dishes
• Origine & Atelier • French / Both French restaurants are renowned. Origine is modern french with views. Atelier is trendy French tapas.
• Ooh-Fa • Pizzeria / Pizza & wine!
• Depot Eatery • International cuisine / no fuss dining

• Caretaker • Cocktail bar / Handcrafted classics and seasonal sensations
• Clipper • Cocktail bar / quality spot for good drinks
• Deadshot • Cocktail bar / Great drinks

• Other Food • MoVida Auckland (Spanish), Ragtag (tacos), Tokki (Korean), Ockhee (Korean), Pici (pasta), The Engine Room, Pasture
• Other Drinks • Sunset, The Cellar Bar, EST. 1901, Apéro, Confidential, Atelier, The Bramble, Bar Céleste, Archie Brothers, Beau, ELMO'S, Bozo

Activities & Attractions

• Kayak to Rangitoto Island & whale safari in the Hauraki Gulf • Great water activities (bonus: the rugged beaches in West Auckland are also worth exploring)
• Auckland War Memorial Museum & Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki • Good museums/galleries
• SkyJump off the Sky Tower • A great adrenaline rush
• Matakana Village Farmers Market • great market surrounded by beautiful beaches, boutique vineyards, local arts scene, and picturesque village
• Visit Waiheke Island • The so-called 'Island of wine'

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  Park Hyatt Auckland • Quality hotel in great location
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  Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour • Great design, great location
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  Hotel Fitzroy • Boutique hotel with character