Must-see shopping in Auckland

  • St Kevin's Arcade

    Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd

    Built in 1924, this historic, renovated shopping arcade has interesting stores selling vintage clothing and organic and sustainable goods. The arcade also…

  • Women's Bookshop, Ponsonby.

    Women’s Bookshop

    Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd

    Excellent independent bookshop with a great selection of NZ authors and NZ-themed books.

  • Otara Flea Market

    Auckland

    Held in the car park between the Manukau Polytech and the Ōtara town centre, this market has a palpable Polynesian atmosphere and is good for South…

  • Flying Out

    Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd

    Interesting vinyl aplenty overflows at this compact record shop, which is also a top place to pick up recordings from NZ musicians. Cool T-shirts make it…

  • Kura Gallery

    Viaduct Harbour & Wynyard Quarter

    Tucked away behind the Viaduct Harbour restaurant strip, Kura is a good place to find art, crafts and design from Māori artists. Works for sale include…

  • Poi Room

    Parnell & Newmarket

    An excellent showcase of work by NZ artists and designers, including prints, paintings, ceramics, jewellery and homewares. Many of the items for sale…

  • Avondale Sunday Markets

    Auckland

    This large, popular market has a strong Asian and Polynesian atmosphere and is excellent for fresh produce. Take the train from Britomart station to…

  • Cross Street Market

    Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd

    Vintage apparel, art and design from NZ craftspeople and good coffee make this raffish market a highlight of exploring Karangahape Rd's bohemian scene.

  • Crushes

    Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd

    Sells an excellent selection of arts, crafts, foodstuffs and homewares from local NZ designers. Also an interesting array of vintage clothing.

  • Zambesi

    Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd

    Designed by Liz and Neville Findlay, the iconic Zambesi label offers sought-after NZ clothing coveted by both locals and internationals.

  • Kate Sylvester

    Parnell & Newmarket

    One of NZ's most respected designers, Kate Sylvester's playful and stylish designs often feature interesting and vibrant fabrics.

  • Zambesi

    Parnell & Newmarket

    One of the most famous fashion labels to come out of NZ, and much sought after by local and international celebs.

  • Huffer

    Parnell & Newmarket

    Stylish technical apparel and streetwear from a hip NZ company with its roots in snowboarding and skateboarding.

  • Westfield Newmarket

    Parnell & Newmarket

    Auckland's newest and most upmarket mall features rooftop dining and a good food court.

  • Karen-Walker, Ponsonby.

    Karen Walker

    Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd

    Join Madonna and Kirsten Dunst in wearing Walker’s cool (but pricey) threads. The surrounding Ponsonby Rd area has excellent cafes and restaurants.

  • Karen Walker

    Parnell & Newmarket

    Join Madonna and Kirsten Dunst in wearing Walker’s cool (but pricey) threads. Nearby Nuffield St has other good shopping opportunities for travelling…

  • Creative & Brave

    Parnell & Newmarket

    A diverse and interesting range of gifts, arts and crafts from NZ designers.