Auckland

Colourful, stimulating,
rewarding - the perfect
place to be inspired.
Comfy-up with a “better than
home-away-from-home”
room with our partner hotels.
The clothing, the
models, the pomp
and the ceremony.
Venture into the
unknown stories about
land, people and sea.
When we say there’s something
on every night of the week in
Auckland, we mean it.
It’s the number one show on Broadway.
It’s kind of a big deal. And it’s in town.
The world’s number one Broadway musical. International art exhibitions. The biggest music acts on the
planet, live in concert. The latest designer fashions straight off the runway. And while you’re here you can
fill your days with wine trails, shopping, dolphin spotting and island hopping, and your nights with dining,
dancing and bar hopping.
For afters, dive into
Auckland Museum’s latest
exhibition and discover
what’s happening in the
world under the water.
If you’re hungry for excitement, don’t wait till summer
– loosen your waistband, tighten your seatbelt and head to Auckland.
Get snap happy while you’re here and share your Auckland photos on
AucklandNZ.com/insideauckland
And those are just
Some of the world’s hottest acts are
here for spring and there’s something for
every taste, from the fiery BeyoncÉ to the
delightfully sweet Taylor Swift. There’s a
whole lot of famous heading this way.
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While you’re in Auckland, make
sure you try some of our classic
favourites.
Shop up a storm – find the perfect little black dress or
treat yourself to a new pair of heels for your night out.
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Get up close to the catwalk,
soak up the glitz and
glamour and pick
up gorgeous
designer
threads.
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Get out on the spectacular
Hauraki Gulf, voted the
number one experience
in New Zealand by Lonely
Planet.
Sip on fine wines on Waiheke Island, explore the newest foodie hot spots, or dine on delectable fresh seafood overlooking the water.
Your night doesn’t have to end after the show. With
hundreds of bars to choose from, you can dance till
dawn, catch a live band, or enjoy a nightcap at an
intimate cocktail lounge.
Furniture, architecture, film, fashion
and design from the Golden State,
right here AT AUCKLAND ART GALLERY.
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You’ll need somewhere to lay your head after your
daily – and nightly – adventures. Sleep in style at
Heritage Auckland or CityLife Auckland.
Try the limited edition menu inspired by Auckland Art Gallery's latest touring exhibition,
California Design 1930 - 1965: Living in a Modern Way, at the Gallery cafe.
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For the ultimate crowd pleaser, check out
Cirque du Soleil – Michael Jackson: The
Immortal World Tour.
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Full of flavour, WICKED is the main course
on Auckland’s spring menu
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WICKED has something for
everyone, whether you’re eight
or 80. It might be the amazing
costumes, witches levitating 30 feet
off the stage, or seeing the monkeys
flying over the audience. You might
be interested in the politics of the
piece, the humour, or the fantastic
music. One thing is for certain –
you’ll love this magical musical.
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WICKED tells the untold story of
the Witches of Oz. Long before
Dorothy dropped in, two other girls
meet in the Land of Oz. One, born
with emerald green skin, is smart,
fiery and misunderstood. The other
is beautiful, ambitious and very
popular. WICKED tells the story of
how these two unlikely friends grow
to become the Wicked Witch of the
West and Glinda the Good.
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WICKED has played in London,
Germany, Japan and Australia
and has found the same success
wherever it goes. Now it’s finally in
New Zealand, and this is one show
you really don’t want to miss.
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The spellbinding production
of WICKED is on at The Civic
from 17 September and it’s
your chance to see just why
it’s the number one show
on Broadway today. In fact
it has been since the day
it opened in 2003, and it’s
now thrilled more than 37
million people around the
world.
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What does the star of WICKED get up to when he’s in Auckland?
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I would definitely take them up to
Auckland Museum for a slice of
Kiwiana and a stroll down to
Mission Bay for a picture postcard
moment by the water.
All Aucklanders have a favourite island
in the Hauraki Gulf – what’s yours?
Waiheke, because when you arrive it’s like
you’ve taken a step back in the pace of life.
Island time definitely comes into play here.
Great food and accommodation.
You’ve worked on kids’ TV shows and even
recorded children’s albums, so you obviously
love kids – where do you take the young ones
when you’re in Auckland?
We’re traditionalists so for the little ones we
have to go to Waiwera Hot Pools, which is
only 45 minutes north of central Auckland.
For my older ones, a stroll through the Otara
Markets for some soul food and then up the
Sky Tower to test their nerve on the seethrough floors!
And what about the Mrs?
We love having breakfast at one of the many
wonderful cafés in Ponsonby.
There’s an amazing theatre and music scene
in Auckland now that so many of the big
international shows and acts are coming to
town. What’s the best concert you’ve ever
been to in Auckland?
Bob Marley, 1979, Western Springs, man!
Any hidden gems you think people
should check out in Auckland while
they’re here for WICKED?
There are lots of hidden natural
gems where you don’t have to spend
anything but time. Go visit a marae
and take a trip back in time. Check out
Bethells and Piha beaches in west
Auckland – they’re also settings for
TV and films, from Hercules and
Xena to Sparticus and the Bridge to
Terabithia movie.
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Auckland in just 48 hours, what would
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Fabulous food and wine
Do your taste buds a favour and make the
most of the amazing food and wine in
Auckland. Seafood might be our specialty,
but alongside Pacific-Rim delights you’ll find
incredible cuisine from around the world.
And if you want to order great views with
your meal, head to the Viaduct Harbour or
Wynyard Quarter and dine waterside. The
Britomart precinct has everything from
Vietnamese and Japanese to a dedicated
dessert restaurant.
Wine lovers are spoilt for choice with three
wine growing regions – Matakana to the
north, Kumeu in the west and beautiful
Waiheke Island – the ‘island of wine’. The
city fringe suburbs of Ponsonby, Mission
Bay and Parnell all offer great food, wine
and people watching or pick up fresh local
goodies at one of the weekend farmers’
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The Hauraki Gulf and islands
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Find out just why Lonely Planet named
Auckland harbour and the Hauraki Gulf
the best experience in New Zealand.
Get out on the water with jet boating,
kayaking, fishing or sailing; you can even
help race an America’s Cup yacht – without
booking flights to San Fran. Make some
memories with a whale and dolphin
spotting safari.
The jewel of the Hauraki Gulf is Waiheke
Island, a haven of beautiful vineyards, olive
groves, farm land and beaches – and it’s just
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a 35-minute ferry ride away. Sip
on award-winning wines at some
of the 30 boutique wineries and
enjoy a long lazy lunch overlooking
the vines.
Climb or catch the 4WD road train
to the top of Auckland’s most
iconic volcano – Rangitoto Island
– where the 360-degree views
are truly incredible. Nature
lovers should take the ferry to
Tiritiri Matangi Island’s openair wildlife sanctuary.
markets – Britomart and La Cigale French
market in Parnell are both handy if you’re
in the city centre.
And in Auckland a great cup of coffee is
never far, so start your day at a local café
or grab one to go and sip as you stroll.
Indulge - shopping and spas
The hubby will have to accept that in
Auckland, shopping is inevitable. Whether
you get your inspiration from New Zealand
Fashion Week or you simply want to treat
yourself, you’ll find a wealth of local and
international designer stores.
The Britomart precinct’s gorgeous
historical buildings are home to the
flagship stores of Trelise Cooper, Zambesi,
WORLD, Kate Sylvester and many more,
alongside top international labels from
Bobbi Brown and M.A.C. to Ted Walker.
Browse the boutiques in Parnell and
Ponsonby, pick up unique clothing and
art in quirky K’ Road, get the latest looks
in Newmarket or wander through High
Street and Vulcan Lane in the city centre.
For something super special, take a
customised shopping tour or spoil yourself
at a luxurious day spa before getting
dolled up for your big night out.
Auckland – TAmaki Makaurau
– the maiden desired by a hundred lovers. It’s a place where
big city style goes hand in hand with a stunning natural
playground. So get out there and play.
Extra helpings
Get a little something extra and go
exploring. Check out the wild west coast
surf beaches like Piha and Bethells, or the
huge cliff-top gannet colony at Muriwai.
Stretch your legs with a walk through the
native rainforest in the Waitakere or
Hunua Ranges.
Hop on the ferry to Devonport for a
Victorian high tea, take a segway
tour to the top of Mount Victoria for
fantastic views or wander through the
art galleries. Auckland Zoo is always a
favourite too, especially at feeding
After dark
Find a cosy corner in a sake bar, celebrate
with sangria, or try a boutique craft beer.
Dance into the wee hours – take your pick
from the eclectic nightspots in Viaduct
Harbour, Britomart and the SKYCITY
precinct, whether you love your 80s retro
tunes or the latest hits played loud on the
turntables. Catch a live local act or
a visiting superstar.
time – make sure you check out
New Zealand’s own wildlife in Te Wao
Nui’s six native habitats.
Get the freshest fish and chips in town at
the Auckland Fish Market or get first-class
fare at one of Metro’s Top 50 Auckland
restaurants, from long-time favourites
such as The French Café to
newcomers like The Oyster
Inn on Waiheke Island.
Find out more at AucklandNZ.com
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While you’re in Auckland, pile your plate high with
everything else on the menu. Skipping entrees and desserts
is for summer diets – this spring it’s time to indulge.
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Restaurant Month
Auckland CBD
One Direction
Vector Arena
Eden Park
Taste of
Auckland
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Victoria Park
Vector Arena
Rihanna:
DIAMONDS
WORLD Tour
Silver Ferns vs. Aus
New World
Netball Series –
Constellation Cup
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Cirque du
Soleil –
Michael
Jackson: The
IMMORTAL
World Tour
Vector Arena
Diwali Festival
of Lights
Auckland
Marathon
Justin Bieber:
The Believe Tour
Aotea Square
Auckland
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Stan Walker: World Tour
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Great Hall, Auckland Town Hall
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Foals
Great Hall, Auckland
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Across Auckland
Auckland Art Gallery
Wicked
Moana – My
Ocean
Auckland Museum
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Presented by
New Zealand
Opera: The
Flying Dutchman
ASB Theatre, Aotea Centre
12 & 13
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17,18 & 19
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19 - 20
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Beyoncé: The
Mrs. Carter
Show World
Tour
26 - 27
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25 OCT
30 - 31
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30 OCT
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8 - 10
NOV
14 - 17
NOV
23 - 24
NOV
29 - 30
NOV
Fast5 Netball
World Series
Ten Tenors:
Mum’s The Word
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Leonard Cohen
Vector Arena
Vector Arena
ASB Theatre, Aotea Centre
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AndrÉ Rieu & his
Johann Strauss
Orchestra: The Waltz
Goes On Tour
Vector Arena
The Imperial Russian
Ballet Company:
Festival of Russian
Ballet
Taylor Swift:
The Red Tour
ASB Theatre, Aotea Centre
Vector Arena
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To get a taste of the real Auckland, you've got to sink your
teeth into a few of these authentic experiences
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City Works Depot
From wood-fired bagels
to a micro brewery, it’s the
latest foodie precinct.
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Wynyard Quarter
Britomart
Waterside cafés, bars and
restaurants in Auckland’s
newest waterfront
development.
Central city hot spot
for designer shopping,
eclectic eateries, hip bars
and buzzing nightlife.
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La Cigale
French Market
Pick up fresh produce,
artisan breads, French
cheeses and gourmet
goodies.
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Dominion Road
Authentic ethnic cuisine
from Asia, India, the
Middle East and around
the world.
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& Islands
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There’s no doubt that Auckland is the
home of live music in New Zealand.
Hot on the heels of an already
stellar first half of the year,
downtown’s Vector Arena will see
many of the music industry’s hottest
tours hit its stage this season.
Waiheke Island
Visit the island of wine – divine
wineries, amazing scenery and
golden-sand beaches.
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Matakana
wine region
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Goat Island
Marine Reserve
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Go snorkelling or diving at
New Zealand’s most accessible
marine reserve.
TAwharanui
Regional Park
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North Head
Fantastic city and harbour
views from Devonport’s North
Head volcanic cone.
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Kumeu wine
region
Black sand
beaches
Pristine rainforest,
magical waterfalls and
walking tracks with
sweeping coastal and
city views.
Indulge in the food and
wine of New Zealand’s
oldest wine growing
region.
Rugged beauty and
pounding surf at Piha,
Muriwai, Bethells and
many more.
World-renowned open-air wildlife
sanctuary – see conservation
efforts at their finest.
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Waitakere
Ranges
Tiritiri Matangi Island
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Rangitoto Island
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Great Barrier Island
EAST
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Hunua Ranges
Auckland’s largest native
forest and home to the
spectacular Hunua Falls.
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Te Ara Moana
SOUTH
Awhitu
Peninsula
Otara
Market
A simply stunning slice of
coast and country with a
dash of heritage.
A taste of the islands,
with food, fashion,
jewellery, art and more
in Auckland’s Pacific
Island hub.
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Boomers and beyond
Three of the most acclaimed female artists in the world
will soon be on Auckland soil – two returning favourites
and one very highly anticipated first time visitor.
Classical music or classic rock – it doesn’t get much
bigger than this.
‘The sea-going pathway’,
a self-guided, multi-day
coastal kayak trail.
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André Rieu and his Johann Strauss
Orchestra: The Waltz Goes On Tour
Beyoncé, The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour
– 17, 18 & 19 October
– 25 October
Taylor Swift, The Red Tour – 29 & 30 November
Leonard Cohen – 21 December
Pop sensations
Something to look
forward to
You couldn’t find any hotter acts right now than the big
two making their way to Auckland this spring.
Untouched forest, walking trails,
magnificent beaches, kayaking and
fishing – an outdoor lover’s paradise.
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Girl power
Rihanna, Diamonds World Tour – 6, 7 & 8 October
Take in the white sands and
crystal clear waters of one of
Auckland’s best kept secrets.
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Walk or take the 4WD road train
to the summit of Auckland’s
most iconic volcano.
One Direction – 12 & 13 October
Justin Bieber, The Believe Tour
– 23 & 24 November
Cirque Du
Soleil
Michael Jackson The Immortal World
Tour
A dazzling combination of
spectacular acrobatics and
stunning visuals featuring
the music and choreography
of the late beloved pop idol.
30 October to
3 November
Fleetwood Mac Live 2013 – 4, 6 & 7 December
Head back to Auckland next March to see the man with the
Midas touch when it comes to making hits – Bruno Mars The Moonshine Jungle Tour
Express
yourself
Vector Arena is making it easier than
ever for out-of-towners to get to
concerts in Auckland with the Live
Show Express, a new service that will
see dedicated buses travelling from
selected North Island cities to most
big Vector Arena shows.
Find out more at
vectorarena.co.nz/
liveshowexpress
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Boutique wineries, organic
foods, superb farmers' market
and beautiful beaches.
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The 13th annual New Zealand
Fashion Week will come alive at
Auckland’s Viaduct Events Centre
this September and with more events
open to the public than ever before,
you can easily get your fill of fashion.
Auckland has
more than its fair
share of amazing
artists, but we
also love to
welcome art from
around the world.
2-6 September
The clothing, the
models, the pomp
and the ceremony.
Red Bull Studios present NZ
Fashion Weekend Opening Party
6 September
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Exclusive limited tickets are available to Friday’s opening
event, with the chance to rub shoulders with some of the
country’s favourite fashion designers, as well as local and
international fashion media, fashion industry players and
many of the exciting brands behind Fashion Weekend.
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The best way to get a head-to-toe peek at all
the finest in-season garments from every
designer showing at New Zealand Fashion
Week 2013 – not to mention incredible goodie
bags. Come and hang out in the LaurentPerrier Champagne Lounge or peruse the
fashion and beauty exhibitions before the
show. Designers such as Annah Stretton,
Trelise Cooper and Zambesi will all be sending
their in-season collections down the runway.
Fashion Weekend
7-8 September
The ultimate fashionista’s weekend, packed with
runway shows, fashion and lifestyle seminars,
DJs, competitions, pop-up bars, celebrity guests
and cool hang out areas. Check out shows from
Annah Stretton, New Zealand Weddings Magazine
Collection and the K’ Rd show, featuring Jimmy D,
Hailwood, Lela Jacobs and Maaike. Don’t miss the
M.A.C. seminar for the hottest make up tips.
Designer Garage Sale
7-8 September
New Zealand’s favourite designer fashion, footwear and
accessory labels, all on sale for a fraction of the price. Make
sure you come armed with your credit card and look out for
new stock arriving each day.
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Activation Lounge
Check out the fashion and lifestyle brands in the
activation lounge, with beauty product samples,
make up lessons, hair touch ups to keep you looking
glam and advice on how to replicate your favourite
Fashion Week looks at home.
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Take a trip to the Golden State’s ‘Golden Era’
at California Design 1930 – 1965: Living in a
Modern Way at Auckland Art Gallery and see
some of the world’s most innovative designs,
that are as fresh and modern now as they
were when first created. Original furniture
by Charles and Ray Eames, the iconic Oscar
statuette, the first Barbie doll and images
by the world’s greatest architectural
photographer Julius Shulman are just some of
the highlights in this wide-ranging show.
California Design not only celebrates
great furniture and architecture, but also
playful items like Eames’ Elephant, vintage
swimwear and album covers showcasing the
best graphics of the era. With a programme
of free weekend talks, film screenings
and Design Encounters with local experts
displaying their collections, there’s plenty
to discover.
September highlights include a free
screening of The Big Sleep starring
Humphrey Bogart, and talks by leading
creatives Dick Frizzell and Patrick Reynolds.
New Zealand’s biggest Barbie collector, Patsy
Carlyle, will have some special 1960s dolls on
display on 29 September. If you’re stuck for
Fathers’ Day, take dad in to check out surfer
and longboard shaper Roger Hall’s collection
of longboards. For those looking for a casual
California experience, Open Lates offer live
music, guest talks and a pop-up bar.
California Design 1930 – 1965:
Living in a Modern Way
is on until September 29 –
visit aucklandartgallery.com
for more details.
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Designer Selection Shows
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The cast of WICKED
is staying at CityLife
Auckland this spring –
why don’t you join them?
broadband, flat screen TVs, plus a gym
and indoor heated lap pool. All suites
have separate living and dining areas, so
gents can catch up on their sport while
the ladies get dressed up for a fabulous
night out.
We’re only a few minutes’ walk to The
Auckland is the ultimate
marine city, and Auckland
Museum’s latest event is the
ultimate marine exhibition.
Moana – My Ocean gives you a glimpse into
the unknown world beneath the surface.
On now until 28 October, it’s not only
fascinating – it’s also free.
After two years of planning, research and
expeditions to far off places, the exhibition
takes you on an amazing interactive journey
from the shores of the east coast through
to the unknown waters of the Kermadec
Trench and up to the Kermadec Islands. Find
out more about the largest living space on
the planet – midwater – and meet, among
others, a fish with a mouthful of oversized
fangs, a lanternfish that lights up with a
camouflaging glow, and a female anglerfish
half a million times bigger than the male.
Now that’s impressive.
Civic, where the Auckland season of
Before you head out to the show, stop in
WICKED is showing. In fact, with our
at Zest Restaurant and Bar, or pop in for a
location on Queen Street, many of the
nightcap after dark.
If you’re in Auckland later in the year,
head along to Selling Dreams, opening 6
December. Exclusively from London’s V&A
Museum, the exhibition encapsulates the
glamour and drama of the world’s most
striking fashion photographs.
city’s best restaurants, bars, theatres and
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home for the cast and crew of major
attractions are right on your doorstep.
Stylish and refined, CityLife Auckland
makes the perfect home-away-fromshows, and it will for you too. You’ll
be just as spoiled as they are, with
beautiful rooms and suites, full
kitchen and laundry facilities,
Whether you’re travelling with your
significant other or have a group of
friends in tow, Heritage Auckland is
the perfect place to sleep in style.
If you like your accommodation sophisticated and spacious,
with luxurious goodies in the bathroom and sweeping
harbour views, look no further. Plus with an amazing
location in the heart of the city, you’re just minutes
away from all the exciting Auckland events on the spring
calendar. We often have celebrities stay under our roof too,
from top sports teams to visiting rock royalty – perhaps it’s
the rooftop pool deck, sauna, gym, indoor swimming pool
and floodlit tennis court that attracts them.
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Restaurant, under a canopy of palms in the dramatic
If you’re visiting Auckland
for WICKED, why not
make it an entertainment
double-header and check
out one of the other shows
on at THE EDGE.
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Plan your WICKED visit just right and you
can also catch a great concert this spring.
Music lovers can see British pop sensation
Olly Murs at the newly refurbished ASB
Theatre, plus Oxford indie stars Foals and
electronic music sensations Disclosure
live in concert. If you’re a classical fan,
come along to one of the many orchestral
performances on throughout the season.
Families planning a trip around the
October school holidays can take the kids
to Auckland Town Hall to see
The Thing From The Place, a brand new
theatre work especially for children from
the creators of The Magic Chicken.
Find out about everything that’s coming
up at THE EDGE at buytickets.co.nz
Don’t forget to arrive early for WICKED so
you can wander around the amazing foyers
of The Civic and see why the 1929 building
is one of Auckland’s greatest treasures.
seven-storey atrium. The hotel also has a dash of history,
set within one of the city’s most iconic historic buildings –
the 1914 Farmers department store building.
Plus if you choose one of our special Show Packages you’ll
get extra treats like breakfast for two, complimentary
drinks, valet parking and late check out. Oh yeah.
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