Official Auckland Visitor Guide - Winter 2021

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WHAT TO DO

AT AOTEA ARTS QUARTER

The arts, cultural and civic heart of Auckland, Aotea Arts Quarter is home to heritage buildings such as The Civic, the Auckland Town Hall and the Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. It’s also where you’ll find an incredible mix of artistic diversity. Te Waharoa, Aotea Square, Central Auckland

Catch a show The Civic is the dame of Auckland: a grand, timeless theatre. The Classic Comedy Club hosts live cabaretstyle comedy shows and the Basement Theatre is small, personal and showcases homegrown talent. The Q Theatre is well-known for its thoughtprovoking performances.

Grab a pre-show bite The Glass Goose rooftop bar is just eight minutes on foot from Aotea Square and perfect for a pre-show tipple. Nearby SkyCity Auckland offers a hub of eateries and if you’re hungry after the show, Federal Delicatessen is a New York-style diner that takes orders right up until 10pm – no reservation required.

Visit an iconic venue The beautiful Civic has stood stoically since 1929. If you think the grand exterior is impressive, wait until you see the Asianinspired foyer and twinkling auditorium. The Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki is a must-see, too. It’s a clever mix of old and new, with the best of the original 1888 building’s exterior flowing into a very stylish, modern addition.

Hang out in Aotea Square Aotea Square is a large, paved public space in the heart of the quarter. At the Queen Street entrance, you’ll find Te Waharoa formed in wood and copper by Māori sculptor Selwyn Muru. Enjoy an assortment of free festivities throughout winter, including a pop up ice-rink and adjoining Ice Bar which will be open between 17th June and 25th July 2021.

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NB: COVID-19 may cause date changes.

WINTER AUCKLAND – FREE OFFICIAL GUIDE


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WINTER EXHIBITS AT AUCKLAND ART GALLERY TOI O TĀMAKI

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page 19

Elemental AKL Festival 2021: EVENTS

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page 15

WINTER GETAWAY: Great Barrier Island

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page 83

HAURAKI GULF AND ISLANDS

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pages 80-82

See, play, stay: WEST AUCKLAND

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pages 77-79

WEST AUCKLAND

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pages 76-77

See, play, stay: EAST AUCKLAND

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pages 73-75

EAST AUCKLAND

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pages 72-73

See, play, stay: SOUTH AUCKLAND

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pages 69-71

SOUTH AUCKLAND

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pages 68-69

MAKE THE MOST OF MATAKANA

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pages 66-67

ACTIVITIES FOR EVERY INTEREST

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pages 48-52

See, play, stay: NORTH AUCKLAND

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pages 63-65

NORTH AUCKLAND

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pages 62-63

CULTURE VULTURES LISTEN UP!

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pages 40-46

DO SOMETHING DIFFERENT THIS WINTER

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pages 54, 61

TOP 5 AUCKLAND LANEWAYS

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page 61

See, play, stay: CENTRAL AUCKLAND

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pages 58-60

STEP OUTDOORS

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pages 37-39

WHAT’S THE BIG DEAL WITH COMMERCIAL BAY?

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page 36

RETAIL THERAPY

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pages 32-33

CENTRAL AUCKLAND

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pages 54-56

AUCKLAND'S ALE TRAIL

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page 31

CHEERS! The wine guide

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page 30

8 TOP MARKETS

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page 29

5 FREE THINGS TO DO

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page 52

EATING OUT: Get your chops round this!

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pages 26-28

WHAT TO DO AT AOTEA ARTS QUARTER

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page 24

Winter Weekend Itinerary: ALL EYES SOUTH

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pages 20-22

WHAT'S HOT WINTER 2021

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pages 12-19

6 WINTER BREAKS IN CENTRAL AUCKLAND

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pages 8-11

LOCAL LIFE

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pages 23-25
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