Embark on an excursion down Auckland's iconic main street and discover all the amazing activities, stores and eateries that can be enjoyed in the heart of the city. Put on some comfy shoes and bring your favorite reusable bag as there is a lot to see and you might just find something that catches your eye along the way. From fantastic food to garments for any occasion, Queen street is an exciting hub of endless possibilities waiting to be explored.

Remedy Burrito

Breakfast at Remedy Coffee | 1 Wellesley Street West

Start your day off by popping into Remedy just round the corner from Smith & Caughey on Wellesley Street for some great coffee & food. Try their Breakfast Burrito with their house-made refried beans, egg, spinach, cheddar and jalapenos in a flour tortilla. 

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Indulge in the luxury of designer stores | from 56 Queen Street 

Inspired by the style of rockstars and music influencers? Be wowed by the garments on display at the international luxury fashion retailers of Dior, Gucci, Prada and Louis Vuitton. With elegant window displays outside, step inside and be elevated to another level of lavishness.

Interior of Mecca store

Beauty Retail Therapy at MECCA | 203 Queen Street

After a satisfying breakfast at Remedy head out to indulge in some beauty shopping at MECCA to explore their range. Discover the processes which best suit you with their enormous range of products and don’t be shy to ask for assistance as their professional staff are more than happy to advise on a beauty regime just for you.

Fat Puku's

Lunch at Fat Puku's | 1/492 Queen Street

After a busy morning it’ll be about time for some lunch so head to Fat Puku's. Their indulgent burgers start with a generous ball of top-quality beef, which is smashed on a griddle before being sandwiched into a delicious burger with quality, real ingredients.

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Let out your inner child | SkyWorld, 291-297 Queen Street

No matter how old you are, it's always good fun to jump into an exciting activity. Shake off that midday fatigue with a dance battle at GameOn and be re-energised by the excitement of the arcade. Or, head downstairs and navigate the Odyssey Sensory Maze where you'll encounter quirky obstacles, lighting effects, mirror mazes and more!

Benches in Aotea Square

Take a moment to relax in Aotea Square | 50 Mayoral Drive 

Wind down in Aotea square and enjoy the fresh air in the 4500 metre-wide space that is Aotea Square. This open air square has furniture and green spaces for a variety of uses, plus the BOX in the Square Café and Bar comes in super handy when you start to feel a little thirsty after some time spent soaking up the sun. The bright red container is hard to miss, head in and relax under an umbrella with a cold drink or coffee, they also have a few tasty quick bites to nibble on if you're feeling peckish.

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Shop till you drop at Smith & Caugheys | 253 - 261 Queen Street

Start heading back down Queen Street and find everything you never knew you needed at Smith & Caughey’s, Auckland's historic department store. With a grand arrangement of designer brands you could easily spend the rest of your day exploring the beautiful products on display.

Interior of SuperDry

Shop the newest Super Dry | 101 Queen Street 

Gear up for your next adventure at Super Dry, the Japanese utility wear sensation. In their freshly opened lower Queen street retail space you will find every article of clothing might you need as you prepare for your next journey, wherever it might lead.

Culprit

Dine at Culprit | 12 Wynyard Street 

As the day draws to a close, why not stop by Culprit for a well deserved meal? Wander up the narrow staircase at 12 Wyndham Street, and walk through into the enormous loft style space that is Culprit. which serves nostalgic New Zealand cuisine with a modern global edge, using ingredients that hero local suppliers. Expect playful dishes that are innovative and big on flavour, often with a nod to Chef Kyle Street's unique kiwi upbringing.

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Commercial Bay | 7/21 Queen Street

Downtown Auckland central has undergone a major transformation with the extraordinary development of Commercial Bay. End your day on Queen Street with a drink at one of the many new and exciting bars in this new hub. Ghost Donkey, Public, Reign & Pour all have extensive drink menus to tickle everyone's tastes.
 

Last updated: 10 April 2025

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