Public squares and plazas
Aotea Square
299 Queen Street, Auckland central
Aotea Square is well known as a place for civic activity, cultural and community events, celebrations, graduations and exhibitions. It is the home of Aotea
Centre, Town Hall and the popular weekly Friday and Saturday markets.
Beresford Square
Pitt Street, Auckland central
Home to the well known bar and restaurant that was once an inner city public convenience. This is a venue that compliments the life that Karangahape Road is
popular for.
Bouzaid Way
Between Fanshawe Street and Viaduct Harbour Avenue, Auckland central
This is a connecting pedestrian accessway between Fanshawe Street and Viaduct Harbour Avenue. It features a raised stone platform with 3M marker lights and
the Denis O'Connor "Raupo wrap" sculpture. Located immediately opposite the lighter basin to the west, it links the city to the Viaduct Harbour area.
Freyberg Place
26 to 42 High Street, Auckland central
An open, light, paved space that features a fountain, gardens, and the Lord Freyberg sculpture. The square is in the heart of Auckland's high fashion precinct
and surrounded by cafes, restaurants and designer boutiques. Popular at lunchtime.
Khartoum Place
34 Lorne Street CBD
Better known as a pedestrian link between Lorne and Kitchener Streets, this space in the heart of the Arts precinct. It features large shady trees, a fountain
and tile work that is significant to the celebrations and acknowledgements of the Women's Suffrage Movement in New Zealand.
Market Square
Market Place, Viaduct Harbour
An increasingly popular spot along the Viaduct Harbour area. It is in the vicinity of many bars and restaurants. Features paving, tall weather proof canopy,
and seating.
Queen Elizabeth Square
7 Queen Street, Auckland central
This square is an entry to the Britomart Transport Centre and the start of Queen Street. It is in the vicinity of the Ferry Terminal. This transitory paved
area features a Kauri forest and a fire boulder water feature.
St Patricks Square
43 Wyndham Street, Auckland central
A paved square with gardens and cascading trees that provide shade in the summer. Situated in the inner city, it houses St Patricks Cathedral, and a fountain
and pool. This is a popular lunch spot.
Takutai Square
44 to 50 Galway Street, Auckland central
Joins Te Ara Tahuhu walking street and contains a pop jet water feature and carved rocks. It is a popular lunch spot.
Te Wero
220 Quay St, Auckland central
This is a purpose built island which offers a prime location for events space. It is one of the best vantage points for on-water events. It features the heritage
lifting bridge and a number of carvings that were installed as part of the America's Cup challenge. Includes marquee anchors installed for large events. Access
is via Eastern Viaduct car park. There is no seating or toilets. This is a venue to come and soak up the Viaduct Harbour atmosphere.
Waitemata Plaza
119 Customs Street, Auckland central
A large open, paved area scattered with seating and public convenience. Features "Cytoplasm" kinetic artwork by Phil Price. It is a great place to walk
and see the luxury yachts. Close to bars and restaurants.
