Newmarket Shopping Walk (Self Guided), Auckland

The best way to get the feel of any city is to hit the shopping areas where locals and tourists mingle on the busy streets and the best district in Auckland for shopping is Newmarket. In this neighborhood you’ll find everything you could possibly want – except horses, of course!

You can do your high street shopping along Broadway, Teed Street and Nuffield Street, where you will find the top fashion stores selling clothes from the best known designers in New Zealand. If you are looking for shoes, you won’t be disappointed as Newmarket has two dozen excellent shoe shops. You will be able to browse through lovely home-ware stores, book shops, shops selling fashion accessories and gift shops selling top-class souvenir items.

The area also boasts cinemas, a bowling alley and a huge Olympic size pool. It is also a great place to stay on for lunch or an evening meal; there are numerous lively cafes and chic restaurants. Sip a cocktail in one of the classy bars or sink a pint or two in the crowded pubs, most of which have live bands in the evening. You will be sure to leave Newmarket with heavy shopping bags, a full stomach and your head ringing with happy memories of this lively, friendly neighborhood.