Auckland Shopping

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Go shopping in Auckland, you might be surprised at what you’ll find. If you like shopping, you’ll love what this country has to offer. We’ve got every type of shopping covered, so no matter what you’re after, you’ll find it here. Suburban shopping malls offer fun shopping experiences, with specialty shops, including homeware, music, arts and crafts, and upmarket chain and department stores carrying quality brands. Most of our city centres are lined with shops, great for wandering up and down while exploring our cities. At the other end of the scale, second-hand shops and markets often contain great surprises and that something that’s just a little bit different, for a great price. If it’s Kiwi souvenirs you’re after, you won’t have to go far – souvenir shops can usually be found at major tourist attractions, in most towns, and at many places throughout cities.

Auckland: Auckland’s CBD has a range of shopping, dining and entertainment options including cafés, restaurants and nightclubs. The Auckland City Art Gallery is New Zealand’s oldest and largest. The Heritage Gallery, open since 1888, focuses on historical works. Auckland War Memorial Museum has collections of Maoritaonga (treasures) and South Pacific art. The Museum of Transport and Technology, (MOTAT) is an interactive museum that specialises in the history and contemporary aspects of transport and technology. The New Zealand National Maritime Museum is on Auckland’s waterfront has an extensive display of nautical exhibits. The Waitemata Harbour’s sparkling waters are home to numerous islands and constant water activity. Ferry companies offer a variety of harbour cruises and trips to the islands of the Hauraki Gulf beyond the harbour. Kayaking and windsurfing are also popular activities. More rugged than the Waitemata Harbour, the Manukau Harbour does not enjoy the popularity of its across-town cousin, but it does have much to offer. Good fishing and excellent wind-surfing are to be had.