The iconic Auckland Dockline Tram is back on track performing its well versed 1.5km loop of Wynyard Quarter.
Motherâs Day is the perfect moment to spoil the incredible mothers and mother figures in our lives â a chance to show just how deeply theyâre loved and appreciated. To make your celebration effortless, weâve curated a selection of the cityâs finest high teas, standout dinner destinations, special lunch offers, elegant spots for a glass of bubbles, and thoughtful gift ideas right in the heart of the city.
Special dining
10 MAY | 11AM - 4PM (Last sitting at 2PM) | $85pp (half price for kids)
Ebisu is serving up unlimited fresh sushi, sashimi, and Japanese-inspired dishes. Whether youâre craving a classic salmon avocado roll or something more adventurous, their elevated buffet offers the best of both worlds. Click here to reserve your table.
10 MAY | Bookings available between 12.30 and 1.30PM | $95pp
Celebrate Motherâs Day with Kai Moana Pasifika, a vibrant buffet inspired by the flavours of Aotearoa and the Pacific. Expect a generous spread of umuâstyle meats, fresh seafood and Pasifika favourites, finishing with a curated dessert bar of houseâmade treats. Itâs a warm, whÄnauâfriendly way to honour Mum over a shared feast.
10 MAY | From 12PM | $80pp
Enjoy a special threeâcourse set menu designed to be lingered over with the people who matter most. Indulge in an entrĂ©e, main and dessert, with G.H.Mumm Marlborough Brut CuvĂ©e available for $13 a glass. Prefer to choose your own way? The Ă la carte and kidsâ menus will also be available throughout the day.
Good times donât need big budgets
With so many free and lowâcost things to do in the city centre, celebrating Motherâs Day doesnât need to be extravagant. Take a relaxed stroll with Mum around Silo Park, hop on the Auckland Dockline Tram, or enjoy an art exhibition at the Auckland Art Gallery.
Silo Park in Wynyard Quarter has a great playground to take the kids, or just wander the waterfront and enjoy being near the...
Found in Silo Park, Playline features repurposed pipes from the old Wynyard Quarter tank farm that have been cleaned up...
Karanga (the Maori word for welcome) is the landing point into Wynyard Quarter from the Wynyard Crossing.
More than a meal - mum gets extra surprises
More afternoon teas at...
10 MAY | 12 - 2PM | $89pp
Don't expect finger sandwiches & scones with cream, this is an afternoon tea served the Sean Connolly way. Think retro tea-taking traditions featuring a collection of culinary curiosities, with nostalgic nods to Esther's own Mediterranean kitchen. Upgrade the afternoon with bottomless Champagne for $45. Book here.
9 & 10 MAY | From 10AM | $125pp
Celebrate Motherâs Day with a beautifully curated high tea, accompanied by live music. Begin with a glass of Louis Roederer Champagne, followed by a refined selection of savouries, delicate pastries, and premium teas. Create moments that become unforgettable memories. See menu here and book your table here.
9 & 10 MAY | 12 - 2.30PM | $79pp | Accor members $69pp
A timeless high tea tradition reimagined with French art de vivre at La Marée with a complimentary glass of Church Road GWEN Rosé on arrival. Mum will delight in an exquisite selection of handcrafted pastries, indulgent treats, and seasonal savouries, paired with premium teas. Click here to book your table.
10 MAY | 2 - 4PM | $89pp
An elegant spread of delicate savouries, seasonal sweets, and signature Advieh touches, paired with a glass of Ruinart Champagne â a celebration designed with Mum in mind.
8 - 10 MAY | 11AM - 4PM | $75pp
Celebrate Mum with an elegant high tea at The Aviary, complete with sweet and savoury delights and a complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival. Click here to book your table.
See more afternoon teas, here.
Can't go wrong with flowers
The Blush store in the City Works Depot honours its modern approach to flowers, showcasing why Blush has become a New Zealand...
Citi Flora on O'Connell Street offer professional and easy florist services in the city centre.
City Jungle is an oasis in the city with a great selection of indoor plants and all your plant care needs.
Find flowers or gifts for all occasions at the conveniently located Roma Blooms Florist - as well as bouquets using the...
Located inside the Chief Post Office building, the talented florist at Britomart Florist keeps with new trends and creates...
Snickel Lane Florist is home to a wide range of flowers, cards and gifts for every occasion.
Hana Floral Design specialises in Ikebana design, wedding, graduation, valentines flower and all your flower needs.
Gift inspiration
Keith Grinter Waterlily Tumbler
from Auckland Art Gallery
Keith Grinterâs handâblown glass tumblers have that same mesmerising, fireâgazing vibe â all swirling, kaleidoscopic colour that you canât help but stare at. Pick a favourite from the dynamic yet delicate hues and give Mum something thatâll brighten her day every time she uses it.
Spa Package
at Sofitel Spa
Give Mum the gift of pure relaxation with a twoâhour spa experience crafted exclusively for Motherâs Day weekend. Her journey begins with the Sothys Hydraâą Hydrating Intensive treatment to deeply replenish moisture and restore a radiant complexion, followed by a soothing 30âminute back, neck and shoulder massage. To finish, Mum will take home a luxurious gift bag valued at $50.
Ariana Grande x Swarovski pendant
from Swarovski
Celebrate Mum with a symbol of beauty and transformation. This delicate dragonfly pendant features a rhodiumâplated, Swarovski Zirconiaâpaved motif, a luminous Crystal Pearl, and pastel wings in pink and purple. Plus, from 27 April to 10 May, receive a complimentary tote bag with matching pouch when you spend $280 or more.
From 29 April to 8 May, Lovisa's running a Mother's Day competition. The rules? Head to @lovisajewelleryanz on Instagram, follow and tag your mum (or your chosen fam) for a chance to win 1 of 5 Mum & Me Piercing Experiences. Win matching premium piercings and a $100 voucher to style your new looks together. Remember to save and share to your story for 3 bonus entries.
See more gift ideas, here!
9 MAY, 2026 | 1.30 - 5PM
Celebrate Motherâs Day with a creative twist at an exclusive DIY Jewellery Workshop & an afternoon of crafting, cocktails...
10 MAY 2026 | 11.30AM & 1.30PM
Treat Mum to a harbour cruise on the WaitematÄ!
