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Beyond offering a diverse and vibrant natural countryside, New Zealand is also blessed with many bustling city centres and a thriving shopping scene. Head to the heart of the country’s biggest city, Auckland, to take advantage of the many markets, shopping centres, boutique outlets and designer stores on offer. 

We list some of the top shopping hot spots in Auckland to help you head home with more items than you even brought on holiday. Happy shopping!

Britomart

This modern shopping precinct boasts some dazzling architecture and vibrant colours to entice you inside. Once in, you won’t want to leave anytime soon, either. With a bounty of local and international fashion labels, you’ll easily lose hours wandering through the many quality stores and retailers available. So, if you’re craving a shopping-spree, head on down towards the waterfront and treat yourself to a day at Britomart.

Queen Street

Auckland’s main street is another good place to start your shopping frenzy. Both sides of the strip are lined with a diverse range of stores and brands. You’ll also get to browse luxury labels available such as Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Swarovski and Prada.

Newmarket

Stroll down the cobbled laneways and tree-lined streets of Newmarket to discover some of the country’s top fashion designers, such as Juliette Hogan, Karen Walker and Kate Sylvester. You’ll also be treated to some of the best boutique fashion names available. We recommend heading along Osborne, Teed and Nuffield Streets for the best shopping options.

Takapuna

Takapuna boats over 400 individual shops, making it the prime shopping hub in Auckland’s North Shore. Make sure to visit the Sunday morning markets to nab some bargains and specialty foods.

Devonport

Hop on a ferry at downtown Auckland and check out the generous selection of boutique stores available in Devonport. Here you’ll be able to find a collection of gift shops, designer clothing, jewellery, bookstores and even a few art galleries selling pieces from talented local artists.

Parnell

Welcome to Auckland’s oldest suburb – home to upper market, high fashion. This stylish shopping area is the place to come for designer décor, stunning jewellery or high-quality fashion

Make the most of your shopping spree with a rental car

With so many shopping hot spots to choose from, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Ensure you can get around Auckland quickly and affordably with a rental vehicle from Ace Rental Cars. We offer a wide selection of vehicles with ample boot space for your shopping bonanza.

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