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The 10 Best Gift & Specialty Shops in Auckland, North Island
The Māori call Auckland Tāmaki Makaurau — a maiden desired by 100 lovers,
and a valuable territory fought over for centuries for its fertile land and
natural harbors on the Pacific Ocean (to the east) and Tasman Sea (to the
west). Today, it’s New Zealand’s largest city: A vibrant and diverse place
where nature and urban life go hand-in- hand, with 48 volcanic cones, more
than 50 islands, and 29,000 km of coastline and beaches just minutes away
from the arts and shopping of the central city.
Restaurants in Auckland
1. Pauanesia
Overall Ratings
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!!
2. Real Groovy Records
Overall Ratings
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
3. Black Door Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Black Door Gallery is proud to showcase the work of a selected group of talented New Zealand Artists and Designers. Nestled in a charming historic villa in the heart of Parnell, we exhibit a beautiful and ever changing selection of statement paintings, sculpture, ceramics, lighting, glass and jewellery. We are open daily.
4. Kiwa Art
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 19 reviews
Kiwa Art specialises in the traditional art of New Zealand Maori and the Pacific Islands including Bone Carving, New Zealand Jade (pounamu)Wood carving,Tapa Cloth and New Zealand inspired Jewellery
5. Azzuro Groves
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Come and try the products in our store at the Tasting Bar. When you taste any one of the extra virgin olive oils we have on show you will be impressed with their taste and will know instantly that these are world-beaters. You can't miss our brag wall that is full of gold, silver awards and medals from New York, Los Angeles, Japan and NZ. Taste our medal-winning balsamics from Italy, native bush honey, rubs, and olives. Browse our up-market gift boxes that showcase our products. CHRISTMAS HOURS: Closed Dec 25 to Jan 2 2018
6. The Open Book
Overall Ratings
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
7. Woolly For You
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
This quaint weatherboard store sells high-quality garments made of possum fur and merino wool, including scarves, shawls, hats, gloves, socks, rugs, wraps, jumpers, vests, ponchos, and slippers.
8. Hard to Find Books
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
The Legendary Hard to Find (But Worth the Effort) Quality Second Hand Bookstore! The largest second hand bookstore in the country, housed in a beautiful historic brick building - a former nunnery, once home to Australasia's only Saint, Saint Mary MacKillop. Something for everyone, from the rare to the recent
Reviewed By roaming_kiwi58 - Christchurch, New Zealand
This book shop used to be in Onehunga, and moved to St Benedicts St a few years ago. It took us about 30 minutes to walk down there from Britomart. The book shop has an excellent array of books and they are well organised. We found quite a bit of interest. Staff are helpful. This shop is connected to the Hard to Find Bookshop in Dunedin, which we have also visited and enjoyed.
9. The Fantail House
Overall Ratings
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.
10. Miller Road Fragrance Studio
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 19 reviews
- Make your own perfume in our beautiful fragrance studio! Perfume Worshop: 2 hour (60 oils) or Perfumer Plus (160 oils) : 3 hours - We also sell locally made Candles, Diffusers & our very own Devonport fragrance to remind you of our special seaside village.
Reviewed By blissjunkies - Auckland, New Zealand
I was given a perfume workshop for my birthday - what a treat! I’ve always had a love of perfume but this was an experience I’ll treasure for a years to come, in fact it was so good I did a second! So many divine notes to choose from and under the teams’ expert care you’re guided to create a totally unique fragrance which come in a gorgeous bottle. Fabulous day, lovely company and I smell sensational! :)
