Let's Meet in the City. With the CRL making it easier than ever to travel between the city centre's key precincts, you can spend less time getting there and more time enjoying what's on offer. From waterfront dining and world-class entertainment to hidden bars, shopping and cultural experiences, every stop unlocks a new side of the city centre.

It's one connected city centre, with a unique experience waiting at every stop.

Date Night

Looking for date night inspiration? Start with pre-show drinks and bites at Bivacco, soaking up the Viaduct views before heading to ASB Waterfront Theatre for Cabaret. Afterwards, enjoy an unforgettable dinner at Michelin-starred Ahi, then treat yourselves to dessert from Duck Island in Britomart.

From there, hop on the CRL to Te Waihorotiu Station and take a short walk to SkyCity's Flare Bar for Nights Like This, a lively monthly night of music and entertainment. If you're still not ready to call it a night, jump back on the CRL to Karanga-a-Hape Station and finish the evening at The Frog, sipping on a rosé late into the night.

Girls Day Out

Grab your besties and make a day of it. Start with brunch at Bestie Café on K' Road, where retro vibes, stacked hotcakes and hearty café favourites make the perfect start to the day. From there, hop on the CRL at Karanga-a-Hape Station and travel to Te Waihorotiu Station, then take the short walk to SkyCity for the Taylor Tribute Show and sing along to all your favourite hits.

After the show, jump back on the CRL to Waitematā Station and treat yourself to a coffee or matcha from Kokako at Commercial Bay before browsing the latest collections at Karen Walker. Finish the day with dinner and drinks at Rosie's Red-Hot Cantina. 

Foodie : Eat your way through the day

Treat yourself to a foodie-filled day in the city centre, starting with a fresh pastry and coffee from Amano Bakery before picking up a box of colourful macarons from J'aime’s at Commercial Bay. For lunch, head to Hello Beasty for bold Asian-fusion flavours, then take the CRL to Te Waihorotiu Station and spend the afternoon exploring the inspiring exhibitions at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki.

Refuel with Depot Eatery’s famous warm Cookie Skillet, before hopping back on the CRL to K' Road to round out the day with sake and Japanese-inspired bites at Acho's, the perfect way to end your city adventure.

Family Day Out 

Make a day of it with the family, starting at F.A.M. on K' Road, packed with family-friendly activities, art tours, live music and tasty bites. Then hop on the CRL to Te Waihorotiu Station and head up the Sky Tower for spectacular city views and plenty of fun for the kids.

Continue on to Waitematā Station for a relaxed lunch at The Brit in Britomart, serving crowd-pleasing pizzas, wagyu burgers, loaded sandwiches and share plates. Keep the fun going with mini golf, darts and karaoke at Holey Moley, which offers family-friendly deals, before wrapping up the day with a well-earned scoop from Ben & Jerry's at Commercial Bay.