Things to Do in Auckland CBD, Auckland

Where the city was established in 1840, featuring a dense concentration of skyscrapers and businesses. The area includes landmarks like the Sky Tower and Viaduct Harbour, with various dining and nightlife options nearby.

Auckland Art GalleryArt Gallery
BritomartShopping Mall
Viaduct HarbourPlaza

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Top things to do in Auckland CBD

Auckland Art Gallery
★ 4.6 · 6.6k
Art Gallery★
Vast array of national & international art, plus Maori works, in a château-style 1800s building.
Every day
10 AM – 5 PM
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Britomart
★ 4.4 · 2.7k
Shopping Mall★
Major rail & bus station also featuring retail boutiques, restaurants & a Sat farmer's market.
Every day
12 AM – 12 AM
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Viaduct Harbour
Plaza
area of the Auckland City Centre, New Zealand
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Cocoa Wilds Chocolate
★ 4.9 · 816
Chocolate Shop
A chocolate shop in Auckland city offering fresh chocolates, toasted fluff hot chocolates, and award-winning bean-to-bar selections from New Zealand producers.
Mon–Fri
9 AM – 6 PM
Sat
11 AM – 6 PM
Sun
11 AM – 5 PM
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Unity Books Auckland
★ 4.8 · 1.3k
Bookstore
Cozy, enduring independent bookshop offering a wide selection of new books & literary events.
Mon–Fri
9 AM – 6 PM
Sat
9 AM – 6 PM
Sun
10 AM – 6 PM
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Real Groovy
★ 4.7 · 1.6k
Record Store
Mon–Wed
9 AM – 6 PM
Thu
9 AM – 7 PM
Fri
10 AM – 6 PM
Sat
9 AM – 7 PM
Sun
9 AM – 6 PM
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Aotea Gifts Auckland - Commercial Bay
★ 4.6 · 378
Specialty Store
Every day
9:30 AM – 10 PM
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Where to eat & drink in Auckland CBD

Caretaker
★ 4.7 · 1.7k
Cocktail Bar· NZ$20–60
Dimly lit underground lounge serving spirits & craft cocktails in retro-style surrounds.
Every day
5 PM – 3 AM
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Caluzzi Cabaret
★ 4.8 · 608
Cabaret· NZ$100+
Fun loving venue with a range of live drag acts to be enjoyed along with a full bar & food menu.
Mon–Thu
Closed
Fri
7 PM – 11:30 PM
Sat
7 PM – 11:30 PM
Sun
Closed
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Remedy Coffee
★ 4.7 · 1.7k
Coffee Shop· NZ$10–20
Mon–Thu
6:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Fri
8 AM – 2 PM
Sat
8 AM – 2 PM
Sun
8 AM – 2 PM
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KONG
★ 4.7 · 897
Nightclub
A nightclub in Auckland City that features various DJs.
Mon–Thu
Closed
Fri
10 PM – 4 AM
Sat
10 PM – 4 AM
Sun
Closed
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The Mothership
★ 4.6 · 149
Live Music
An underground music venue in Auckland hosting live performances and club nights, bringing together local and international artists in a constantly evolving space built for music, performance, and community.
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Panacea
★ 4.9 · 313
Cocktail Bar· NZ$20–70
A bar offering a seasonal menu of craft cocktails, vintage spirits, and artisanal bar bites.
Mon–Thu
4 PM – 12 AM
Fri
4 PM – 1 AM
Sat
4 PM – 1 AM
Sun
Closed
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The EOS Coffee
★ 5.0 · 338
Café & Bakery· NZ$1–10
Mon–Fri
7 AM – 3 PM
Sat
8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Sun
8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
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Amano
★ 4.6 · 5.0k
Italian· $$$
Hip, bohemian, wood-&-brick restaurant & bakery serving locally sourced Italian cuisine.
Every day
7 AM – 10 PM
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The Occidental
★ 4.3 · 4.0k
Gastropub· NZ$20–40
Cozy haunt featuring Belgian dishes & beer, plus traditional pub grub, in a heritage building.
Mon–Thu
9 AM – 11:30 PM
Fri
12 PM – 1 AM
Sat
9 AM – 1 AM
Sun
9 AM – 11 PM
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