Auckland is brimming with things to see and do! Get ready for an unforgettable experience in New Zealand’s vibrant cultural hub. Read on to explore our guide to make the most of your visit to Aotearoa Art Fair 2025—explore top galleries, must-try activities, and the best eats in the city.
GALLERIES
In Auckland Central, art enthusiasts are spoiled for choice with an array of galleries showcasing diverse and captivating works. See what’s currently on and plan your visit by exploring current exhibitions through Art Collector, Ocula, VAULT, Art News Aotearoa, ArtNow.NZ.
PLACES TO EAT
Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland is a culinary haven, boasting an eclectic mix of cuisines that cater to every palate. From artisanal cafes to upscale restaurants, find what you’re looking for from our recommended places.
PLACES TO STAY
Aotearoa Art Fair are pleased to recommend the following Hotel Partners, each offering outstanding accommodation, restaurants and bars within walking distance of the Fair: Park Hyatt Auckland, SO/ Auckland, The Hotel Britomart, QT Auckland.
EXPLORE
Whether you’re a culture vulture, outdoor enthusiast, or simply looking to unwind and soak in the city’s atmosphere, Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland offers an endless array of activities.
VIADUCT HARBOUR
Explore Auckland’s waterfront gem; The vibrant Viaduct Harbour Precinct. The Viaduct is home to exceptional dining options, a world-class marina, luxury hotels, apartment living, and business quarters.
BRITOMART PRECINCT
Britomart is a vibrant nine-block precinct on Auckland’s waterfront, blending the city’s best bars and restaurants, welcoming boutiques and first-rate public art. It’s a place where history meets modernity, with renovated dockside warehouses alongside sleek new buildings, all of it above the city’s busiest public transport hub.
DAY TRIP
WAIHEKE ISLAND
After you’ve perused the Fair, be sure to include a trip to Waiheke Island – just 40 minutes from downtown Auckland on the ferry, Waiheke Island features some of New Zealand’s best wineries, eateries and stunning beaches.
BRICK BAY
Explore the region’s North with a visit to Brick Bay Wine & Sculpture Trail. Find 200 acres of boutique vineyard, an extensive outdoor sculpture trail, an architectural-award winning restaurant, in the midst of an idyllic landscape of farmed pasture and native bush.