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European, Polynesian, Asian and strong Maori heritages give the Auckland its distinctive culture. Discover the history of the world's largest Polynesian city through Maori treasures at Auckland Museum and experience the lives of 19th-century settlers at Howick Historical Village. Find Polynesian handicrafts at Otara Market or people-watch in bustling Ponsonby and Parnell. Adventure junkies can get their fix from kayaking, sailing and high-octane bungee jumping.
Restaurants in Auckland Central
1. Artspace
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Artspace is the leading platform for contemporary art in New Zealand Aotearoa. Artspace is dedicated to commissioning and presenting new ideas in art and culture. We are artist-centred and aim to facilitate and resource artistic inquiry within a creative, critical and non-commercial environment. Alongside a commitment to artists we endeavour to operate as a cultural hub; fuelling active engagement at a national and international level for a diverse range of communities.
2. Pauanesia
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5.0 based on 31 reviews
This gift store sells unique New Zealand-inspired products made by local artists, designers, and jewelers. It is a great place to buy merino possum-knitted scarves, cushions, and vintage Kiwi chaps.
Reviewed By W1625NBgiuliag - York, United Kingdom
I fell in love with Pauanesia's products before I even visited the store - a Kiwi b&b owner in the UK had so many of their cute fabric kiwis in his b&b that I decided I would buy at least one before even arriving in NZ! I bought a medium kiwi for myself and 7 beanie kiwis for my friends and family. The shop is very well stocked (I always had to restrain myself from spending my entire paycheck there) and the staff are helpful and very patient as I spent ages there agonising over which kiwis to choose! I have recently placed an order online/via the phone as well and have been very impressed both by the speed of the delivery and by the helpfulness of the staff, who after I phoned them immediately sent me a picture of the beanie kiwis they had available so I could choose one to order online. It is such a pleasure to shop here and support a store that stocks unique, genuine NZ-made products! Please please please start offering overseas shipping!!
3. Real Groovy Records
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5.0 based on 22 reviews
Find new and used vinyl, cassette tapes, and CDs in every genre you can think of in NZ's largest and best record store. Plus; books, DVDs, movie and musician posters, T-shirts and other memorabilia. A great place for gift shopping, and to find unique items
Reviewed By FarNorthMafia - Kawakawa, New Zealand
I have been coming to Groovy Records since my teens and every time I find a gem for my collection. If you love music you will love Groovy Records
4. Mobile Art Gallery
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
An established fine arts gallery in Mt Eden, Auckland representing 100 NZ established and emerging artists. The choice and quality of paintings on offer is often overwhelming for customers visiting this gallery. Prices range from $500 up to $20,000. There is generally something for any serious art collector. All artwork is for sale or rental.
5. The Open Book
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
A delightful secondhand bookstore in the heart of Ponsonby. Seven themed rooms with neatly categorised sections so you can find exactly what you're looking for. Open every day 10am to 5pm.
Reviewed By TracyS713 - Blenheim, New Zealand
Stumbled across this gem of a second hand bookstore - so we’ll organised and you can’t help but find a great book...or 10. They provide a cup of coffee and have wonderful beanbags you can sit on to relax and read your new finds - staff are wonderful and friendly
6. The Fantail House
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5.0 based on 17 reviews
Welcome to The Fantail House . . . New Zealand's largest store for authentic locally made products. The Fantail House has something for everyone wanting to buy quality products that are Made In New Zealand. A unique store offering a wide selection of gifts. Selling on behalf of NZ Artisans, Designers, Hand Crafters & Creatives Art & Prints | Handcrafts | Ceramics | Homeware | Gifts | Souvenirs | Jewellery
Reviewed By 832jayned - Portsmouth, United Kingdom
What a great place to grab your gifts, after visiting other places and finding most of souvenirs where a bit tacky I started to search for shops that had souvenirs that was made in NZ and not China and this one popped up. So glad I found it, great choices, not over priced, super customer service. A must visit loved it.
7. Auckland Tourist Market
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
8. Just Plane Interesting
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
Just Plane Interesting is the antiques & collectibles store that thinks it is a museum
9. The Elephant House
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4.5 based on 63 reviews
Find authentic New Zealand gifts, including greenstone (pounamu) jewelry and bone carvings, pottery, paintings, and prints at this store located down an alley in the historic Parnell Village.
10. La Cigale French Market
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4.5 based on 231 reviews
This award-winning, French-inspired market is held Saturday from 8am until 1:30pm and Sunday from 9am until 1:30pm. Stallholders sell bread, pastries, cheese, flowers, olive oils, honey, and more.
Reviewed By Acineto - Auckland Central, New Zealand
I came a bit early around 0910 thinking that it would be difficult to find parking. When I got to the end of the road I noticed the sign that said the tow-away signs don't apply on weekends so I was able to get a really close park. The market is in the area outside La Cigale and also includes some bit on the inside. There was quite a lot of options for food, whether it was to eat there or to take away for later. We came as a fairly large group and managed to get one of the tables outside. We then had a pot luck style brunch where everyone just grabbed a few things from the different stalls and we just ate. We were able to get bread, salami, dips, smoked fish and lots of sweet items. It was definitely a nice experience. I'm not sure how often the stalls rotate but there was a bit of everything like crepes and paella to baos and cacti. Worth a stop for an hour or two just to look around and gorge yourself.
