Guidebook for Grey Lynn
Food Scene
Sri Pinang
356 Karangahape RdBest Malaysian restaurant in the city
Gina's Italian Kitchen
448 Symonds StFantastic Italian food at affordable prices
Best gourmet place for deserts small and intimate also has a great takeaway range
39 locals recommend
Milse
31 Tyler StBest gourmet place for deserts small and intimate also has a great takeaway range
Soul Thai
158 Williamson AveGreat takeaway Thai food
La Zeppa Kitchen And Bar
33 Drake StGood place for tapas
Best meatballs in town! The cocktails are pretty good too
19 locals recommend
Bedford Soda & Liquor - Ponsonby
1 Richmond RdBest meatballs in town! The cocktails are pretty good too
Al's Deli has a great variety of food that accommodate a wide variety of tastes
7 locals recommend
Al's Deli
492 Queen StAl's Deli has a great variety of food that accommodate a wide variety of tastes
Imperial Lane
7 Fort LnLa Noisette Chocolats & Patisseries
518 Karangahape RdGreat little french bakery and dessert shop
Coco's Cantina
374 Karangahape RdMexican Cafe
67 Victoria St WGreat food, cheap drinks, electric vibe :)
Authentic New York Pizzas that are huge and tasty (try the garlic knots and mozzarella sticks) !
10 locals recommend
Sal's Authentic NY Pizza - Fort Street
49 Fort StAuthentic New York Pizzas that are huge and tasty (try the garlic knots and mozzarella sticks) !
The General
33 Shortland StGreat food at affordable prices
Mela
5 City RdGourmet Resturant
Ben & Jerry’s
160 Ponsonby RdBest ice cream :D
Federal Delicatessen
86 Federal StreetGreat american food
Essentials
Countdown Auckland City
76 Quay St24x7 Grocery store in the center of town
Standard Opening Hours:
Mon - Sun, 6am - 10pm
Alcohol trading hours 7am - 10pm
63 locals recommend
Countdown Grey Lynn Central
4 Surrey CresStandard Opening Hours:
Mon - Sun, 6am - 10pm
Alcohol trading hours 7am - 10pm
Drinks & Nightlife
The Bluestone Room
11 Durham LnOne of the oldest pubs in Auckland
Hopscotch provides a great range of take out beers they sell you bottles that you can fill and take home
Hopscotch Beer Company
57A Wolverton StHopscotch provides a great range of take out beers they sell you bottles that you can fill and take home
Sightseeing
The Sky Tower has stood tall as an icon of Auckland’s sky line for almost 19 years. It’s an exciting hub of adrenaline activities, superb dining and breathtaking views.
597 locals recommend
Sky Tower
Victoria Street West The Sky Tower has stood tall as an icon of Auckland’s sky line for almost 19 years. It’s an exciting hub of adrenaline activities, superb dining and breathtaking views.
Wynyard Quarter is becoming one of New Zealand’s most exciting and diverse places. Bordered on three sides by the sparkling Waitemata Harbour, the 37 hectare area has been home to the hard-working marine and fishing industries for decades. Recently, alongside the ongoing marine activity, some exciting developments have taken place.
This once industrial and port area, closed off to public access for many years, is now being opened up. The first stage of the Wynyard Quarter revitalization opened in 2011 - and Aucklanders haven’t looked back since. With a variety of restaurants, cafes and a healthy calendar of events, this area has quickly established itself as a popular destination for both locals and visitors.
The next few years promise to be just as exciting, as a range of apartments and townhouses are built for future residents and new high-tech offices begin attracting workers. Auckland Theatre Company and Park Hyatt will be joining the neighbourhood and new parks and walkways will open up for visitors and local’s to enjoy. Just as the disused railway tracks outside North Wharf are a clue to the past, the new mix of buildings and public spaces are the beginnings of an exciting, new Wynyard Quarter.
Panuku Development Auckland, an Auckland Council Controlled organisation is responsible for the revitalisation of Wynyard Quarter north of Pakenham Street.
220 locals recommend
Wynyard Quarter
Wynyard Quarter is becoming one of New Zealand’s most exciting and diverse places. Bordered on three sides by the sparkling Waitemata Harbour, the 37 hectare area has been home to the hard-working marine and fishing industries for decades. Recently, alongside the ongoing marine activity, some exciting developments have taken place.
This once industrial and port area, closed off to public access for many years, is now being opened up. The first stage of the Wynyard Quarter revitalization opened in 2011 - and Aucklanders haven’t looked back since. With a variety of restaurants, cafes and a healthy calendar of events, this area has quickly established itself as a popular destination for both locals and visitors.
The next few years promise to be just as exciting, as a range of apartments and townhouses are built for future residents and new high-tech offices begin attracting workers. Auckland Theatre Company and Park Hyatt will be joining the neighbourhood and new parks and walkways will open up for visitors and local’s to enjoy. Just as the disused railway tracks outside North Wharf are a clue to the past, the new mix of buildings and public spaces are the beginnings of an exciting, new Wynyard Quarter.
Panuku Development Auckland, an Auckland Council Controlled organisation is responsible for the revitalisation of Wynyard Quarter north of Pakenham Street.
Howick Historical Village is a re-creation of a New Zealand colonial village using houses and cottages saved from the surrounding Auckland suburb of Howick. Wikipedia
61 locals recommend
Howick Historical Village
Bells RoadHowick Historical Village is a re-creation of a New Zealand colonial village using houses and cottages saved from the surrounding Auckland suburb of Howick. Wikipedia
Getting Around
Artstation
1 Ponsonby RdThe Green InnerLink service back from the CBD and the bus to Newmarket goes from here
14 Ponsonby Rd
14 Ponsonby RoadThe Green InnerLink service to the CBD leaves from here
41 Great North Rd
41 Great North RoadA number of buses to the center of the city stop here
19 Great North Rd
Buses to West Auckland depart from here, buses back from the CBD stop here
Central train station for Auckland also a great place to pickup the AT Hop Card allowing you to get great deals on Transport
359 locals recommend
Britomart
1150 Shortland StCentral train station for Auckland also a great place to pickup the AT Hop Card allowing you to get great deals on Transport
Ferries to and from Devonport, Waiheke Island, Half Moon Bay and other locations leave from here
164 locals recommend
Downtown Ferry Terminal station
Quay StreetFerries to and from Devonport, Waiheke Island, Half Moon Bay and other locations leave from here
Arts & Culture
Classic Comedy & Bar
321 Queen StGreat venue for comedy
MOTAT, Auckland's Museum of Transport and Technology, is New Zealand's largest transport, technology and social history museum. Spread across 40 acres, MOTAT will take you on an interactive journey to explore and discover the achievements that have helped shape New Zealand.
197 locals recommend
Museum of Transport and Technology
805 Great N RdMOTAT, Auckland's Museum of Transport and Technology, is New Zealand's largest transport, technology and social history museum. Spread across 40 acres, MOTAT will take you on an interactive journey to explore and discover the achievements that have helped shape New Zealand.
Auckland War Memorial Museum
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki
Wellesley Street EastCentral City Library
46 Lorne StAuckland University of Technology
55 Wellesley St EThe University of Auckland
34 Princes StreetEntertainment & Activities
Our local movie theater includes a "Gold Class" premium experiance
122 locals recommend
Event Cinemas Queen Street
297 Queen StOur local movie theater includes a "Gold Class" premium experiance
Featuring twelve full size Ten Pin Bowling lanes uniquely split into three different areas and two dedicated Route 66 spaces for children of all ages. Metrolanes is a high quality, chic, attractive entertainment environment. The complex combines the best in Ten Pin Bowling with an outstanding bar, restaurant and entertainment areas.
10 locals recommend
Sky World Entertainment Centre
291-297 Queen StFeaturing twelve full size Ten Pin Bowling lanes uniquely split into three different areas and two dedicated Route 66 spaces for children of all ages. Metrolanes is a high quality, chic, attractive entertainment environment. The complex combines the best in Ten Pin Bowling with an outstanding bar, restaurant and entertainment areas.
Auckland Zoo
Set on the waterfront of Auckland City on Okahu Bay, just moments from the famous Mission Bay beach, Kelly Tarlton's SEA LIFE Aquarium is one of Auckland's top attractions! Kelly Tarlton's showcases over 30 live animal exhibits in spectacular habitat displays, including the world's largest Antarctic penguin colony exhibit and amazing underwater viewing tunnels.
The children’s play area (Shipwreck Shore) situated next to Stingray bay and café entertains our youngest guest’s while parents can enjoy a coffee from our café.
Jump on the complimentary Shark bus that will transport you to and from our unique attraction
228 locals recommend
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium
23 Tamaki DrSet on the waterfront of Auckland City on Okahu Bay, just moments from the famous Mission Bay beach, Kelly Tarlton's SEA LIFE Aquarium is one of Auckland's top attractions! Kelly Tarlton's showcases over 30 live animal exhibits in spectacular habitat displays, including the world's largest Antarctic penguin colony exhibit and amazing underwater viewing tunnels.
The children’s play area (Shipwreck Shore) situated next to Stingray bay and café entertains our youngest guest’s while parents can enjoy a coffee from our café.
Jump on the complimentary Shark bus that will transport you to and from our unique attraction
It's fun on demand at Rainbow's End so how will you play it? With over 20 rides and attractions, there's something for everyone. If you are a thrill seeking enthusiast, Stratosfear is just for you. Or if you'd like something to suit the entire family, perhaps the Log Flume or Bumper Boats. It's your fun, and you can put it together any way you like.
138 locals recommend
Rainbow's End
2 Clist CresIt's fun on demand at Rainbow's End so how will you play it? With over 20 rides and attractions, there's something for everyone. If you are a thrill seeking enthusiast, Stratosfear is just for you. Or if you'd like something to suit the entire family, perhaps the Log Flume or Bumper Boats. It's your fun, and you can put it together any way you like.
Butterfly Creek - Home of the Crocs and Dinosaur Kingdom. Butterfly Creek has crocodiles, alligators, tropical butterflies, a huge aquaria, bugs, tarantulas, farmyard, a train and much more, plus a great range of daily animal encounters. Dinosaur Kingdom opened in 2014 and features over 40 dinosaurs!
Butterfly Creek has something for the whole family and half of the complex is undercover.
37 locals recommend
Butterfly Creek
10 Tom Pearce DrButterfly Creek - Home of the Crocs and Dinosaur Kingdom. Butterfly Creek has crocodiles, alligators, tropical butterflies, a huge aquaria, bugs, tarantulas, farmyard, a train and much more, plus a great range of daily animal encounters. Dinosaur Kingdom opened in 2014 and features over 40 dinosaurs!
Butterfly Creek has something for the whole family and half of the complex is undercover.
Tepid Baths
100 Customs St WCentral Auckland Pools