Guidebook for Auckland
Food Scene
Right on the beach waterfront, this cafe is perfectly positioned for you to soak up the enjoyable St Heliers atmosphere with a hip decor, local delicacies & great service
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Saint Heliers Bay Cafe & Bistro
387 Tamaki DrRight on the beach waterfront, this cafe is perfectly positioned for you to soak up the enjoyable St Heliers atmosphere with a hip decor, local delicacies & great service
It's french decor, fine dining and impeccable service
At La Fourchette we offer the full French gastronomic experience throughout the day. From 8am our Chef Pâtissier provides freshly baked pastries, breads & pâtisseries.
Summer menu using only the freshest ingrédients and sourced free range produce where possible.
http://www.lafourchette.co.nz/
Monday: 8am - 4pm
Tuesday - Sunday: 8am - late
Phone: 09 215 8332
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La Fourchette
8c Turua StIt's french decor, fine dining and impeccable service
At La Fourchette we offer the full French gastronomic experience throughout the day. From 8am our Chef Pâtissier provides freshly baked pastries, breads & pâtisseries.
Summer menu using only the freshest ingrédients and sourced free range produce where possible.
http://www.lafourchette.co.nz/
Monday: 8am - 4pm
Tuesday - Sunday: 8am - late
Phone: 09 215 8332
NON SOLO PIZZA has been a hub for locals and tourists alike -NSP is a restaurant worth traveling to. Owners ANTONIO CRISCI & VIVIENNE FARNELL have created a range of dining areas that begins at the Parnell street-front with BAR VINO, through to the beautiful evergreen courtyard of NSP itself with its sophisticated main bar, indoor & outdoor dining and function areas. On offer is an extensive menu of delicious Italian fare and a well crafted list of New Zealand and Italian wines, including our very own, Waiheke Island PODERI CRISCI estate varietals- all served to you by professional and friendly staff.
http://www.nonsolopizza.co.nz/
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Non Solo Pizza
259 Parnell RdNON SOLO PIZZA has been a hub for locals and tourists alike -NSP is a restaurant worth traveling to. Owners ANTONIO CRISCI & VIVIENNE FARNELL have created a range of dining areas that begins at the Parnell street-front with BAR VINO, through to the beautiful evergreen courtyard of NSP itself with its sophisticated main bar, indoor & outdoor dining and function areas. On offer is an extensive menu of delicious Italian fare and a well crafted list of New Zealand and Italian wines, including our very own, Waiheke Island PODERI CRISCI estate varietals- all served to you by professional and friendly staff.
http://www.nonsolopizza.co.nz/
Designer boutiques, award-winning eateries, bars, health, beauty and offices set within some of Auckland’s oldest buildings and newest architecture, Britomart is the place to be from the first meeting of the day to the last whiskey of the night.
http://britomart.org/
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Britomart
1150 Shortland StDesigner boutiques, award-winning eateries, bars, health, beauty and offices set within some of Auckland’s oldest buildings and newest architecture, Britomart is the place to be from the first meeting of the day to the last whiskey of the night.
http://britomart.org/
French-focused gourmet hub featuring cafe & bistro eats, a shop & a multivendor weekend market.
Address: 69 St Georges Bay Rd, Parnell, Auckland 1052
Hours: Open today · 9AM–12AM
Phone: 09-366 9361
http://www.lacigale.co.nz/french-market/
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La Cigale French Market
French-focused gourmet hub featuring cafe & bistro eats, a shop & a multivendor weekend market.
Address: 69 St Georges Bay Rd, Parnell, Auckland 1052
Hours: Open today · 9AM–12AM
Phone: 09-366 9361
http://www.lacigale.co.nz/french-market/
Drinks & Nightlife
Known as the friendliest pub bar in St Heliers, Moretons has patrons from far and wide. Located right on the waterfront with stunning views, live music nights, great pub food and great beer on tap - experience local kiwi culture at it's best
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Moretons Bar & Restaurant
425 Tamaki DrKnown as the friendliest pub bar in St Heliers, Moretons has patrons from far and wide. Located right on the waterfront with stunning views, live music nights, great pub food and great beer on tap - experience local kiwi culture at it's best
Sightseeing
Sea Kayak from St Heliers Bay to Rangitoto Island the landmark of the Auckland region while the sun is slowly setting over Auckland.
Pull your kayaks up to Rangitoto wharf before embarking on a 1 hour explorative and fun trek to the summit where you will be treated to the best sunset Auckland has to offer.
At the return to the water’s edge, have a healthy BBQ kiwi dinner. Paddle back in the dark watching the city lights.
Meet at: St Heliers Bay boat ramp
Start 4.00 pm (free city centre pick up at 3.30pm if required) return approx 10.30 pm
Price $ 185 (BBQ dinner and refreshments included)
http://www.aucklandseakayaks.co.nz/auckland-kayak-tours/sunset-kayak-tour-rangitoto-island/
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Rangitoto Island Scenic Reserve
Sea Kayak from St Heliers Bay to Rangitoto Island the landmark of the Auckland region while the sun is slowly setting over Auckland.
Pull your kayaks up to Rangitoto wharf before embarking on a 1 hour explorative and fun trek to the summit where you will be treated to the best sunset Auckland has to offer.
At the return to the water’s edge, have a healthy BBQ kiwi dinner. Paddle back in the dark watching the city lights.
Meet at: St Heliers Bay boat ramp
Start 4.00 pm (free city centre pick up at 3.30pm if required) return approx 10.30 pm
Price $ 185 (BBQ dinner and refreshments included)
http://www.aucklandseakayaks.co.nz/auckland-kayak-tours/sunset-kayak-tour-rangitoto-island/
Arts & Culture
The Auckland War Memorial Museum is one of New Zealand's most important museums and war memorials. Its collections concentrate on New Zealand history, natural history, as well as military history.
Address: The Auckland Domain, Parnell, Auckland 1010
http://www.aucklandmuseum.com/visit/plan-your-visit/hours-admission-info
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Auckland Stríðsminningarsafn
The Auckland War Memorial Museum is one of New Zealand's most important museums and war memorials. Its collections concentrate on New Zealand history, natural history, as well as military history.
Address: The Auckland Domain, Parnell, Auckland 1010
http://www.aucklandmuseum.com/visit/plan-your-visit/hours-admission-info
Shopping
Aucklands Premier Fashion, shopping and entertainment district. Health and beauty, Eat and drink
The widest variety of retail outlets are found here and showcase the finest, assorted selection of shopping options for your perusal.
Find everything that you need right here in the premier shopping district of Auckland.
http://newmarket.co.nz/
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Newmarket
Aucklands Premier Fashion, shopping and entertainment district. Health and beauty, Eat and drink
The widest variety of retail outlets are found here and showcase the finest, assorted selection of shopping options for your perusal.
Find everything that you need right here in the premier shopping district of Auckland.
http://newmarket.co.nz/
Getting Around
JUCY Car Rental and Campervan Hire Auckland Airport
9 Brigade Rdwww.jucy.co.nz
Auckland Transport
20 Viaduct Harbour Avehttps://at.govt.nz/bus-train-ferry/
Public transport
https://www.skybus.co.nz/
SkyBus airport transfers
24 hours per day, every day – just turn up and go
Skybus
Ray Emery Drivehttps://www.skybus.co.nz/
SkyBus airport transfers
24 hours per day, every day – just turn up and go
Parks & Nature
Tahuna Torea is a unique city-based wildlife reserve sited on a long sandbank extending out into the Tamaki Estuary. Tahuna Torea means 'gathering place of the oystercatcher' and is taken from the name of the sandspit. The mangrove lagoon, swampland and coast provide a sanctuary for a variety of birds. The godwits, which gather between seasonal migrations back to the Northern Hemisphere, are a unique feature.
http://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/en/parksfacilities/walkingtracks/pages/tahunatoreawalkingtrails.aspx
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Tahuna Torea
West Tamaki RoadTahuna Torea is a unique city-based wildlife reserve sited on a long sandbank extending out into the Tamaki Estuary. Tahuna Torea means 'gathering place of the oystercatcher' and is taken from the name of the sandspit. The mangrove lagoon, swampland and coast provide a sanctuary for a variety of birds. The godwits, which gather between seasonal migrations back to the Northern Hemisphere, are a unique feature.
http://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/en/parksfacilities/walkingtracks/pages/tahunatoreawalkingtrails.aspx
A mix of level paths, and a few steep paths. Suitable in dry weather. Suitable for users of all ages and abilities, suitable for normal footwear and for wheelchairs and pushchairs. May be muddy in places during the winter months.
For children, there is an attractive playground area at the walk start and end point. . For more adventurous youngsters, the park’s large colourful rope fort, eagle’s nest and swing basket are a real highlight.
To see: Sea views, city views, stream, private gardens, farm animals
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Churchill Park
336 Riddell RdA mix of level paths, and a few steep paths. Suitable in dry weather. Suitable for users of all ages and abilities, suitable for normal footwear and for wheelchairs and pushchairs. May be muddy in places during the winter months.
For children, there is an attractive playground area at the walk start and end point. . For more adventurous youngsters, the park’s large colourful rope fort, eagle’s nest and swing basket are a real highlight.
To see: Sea views, city views, stream, private gardens, farm animals
The Auckland Domain is Auckland's oldest park, and at 75 hectares one of the largest in the city. Located in the central suburb of Grafton, the park contains all of the explosion crater and most of the surrounding tuff ring of the Pukekawa volcano. Wikipedia
Address: Park Rd, Grafton, Auckland 1010
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Auckland Domain
Park RoadThe Auckland Domain is Auckland's oldest park, and at 75 hectares one of the largest in the city. Located in the central suburb of Grafton, the park contains all of the explosion crater and most of the surrounding tuff ring of the Pukekawa volcano. Wikipedia
Address: Park Rd, Grafton, Auckland 1010