Auckland Travel Guide & Tips

Weather in Auckland: Auckland has an oceanic temperate climate, vey similar to most Australasian cities. Located just by the sea, the city has a heightened level of humidity. During the summer months from late November to February, temperature in Auckland can be quite hot, but not uncomfortably. In fact, it is quite perfect for outdoor activities. The winters however, can be quite cold and damp, and thus not very ideal for sightseeing or beach activities.

Nightlife in Auckland: Night time in New Zealand, Auckland is just as lively as the day. Ponsonby, Britomart and K’road have multiple bars, pubs and nightclubs to dance the night away with good music and flowing drinks. Other than that, one can dine in the spectacular 360- degree revolving diner atop the Sky Tower, or explore the night sky from Auckland’s Stardome Observatory and Planetarium, or take an overnight cruise around the Waitemata Harbour and Islands, or visit the many night markets of Auckland. Give Spookers – Australasia’s only haunted attraction park a try.

Shopping in Auckland: From high-end malls to local shops to thrift markets, the options for a retail therapy are aplenty. Britomart is a posh shopping neighbourhood in the CBD area, with a number of international and local brands. High Street and Kitchener Street are quite exclusive for clothes and jewelleries. While Britomart caters to sophisticated taste, Ponsonby and Aotea Markets are home to vintage shops and quirky boutiques. Otara Flea Market, Parnell Farmer’s Market and Takapuna Beach Night Market are for budget shopping.

Food in Auckland: Auckland has some magnificent food places around the city that one must try out. For a quirky breakfast delicacy instead of lunch and dinner, visit No 1 Pancake for an unbelievably unique range, at cheap rates.

Festivals in Auckland: Pasifika Festival, held around October every year, is probably the biggest cultural festival of entire New Zealand. The Christmas and holiday season is also celebrated with quite a lot of pomp and fervour.