Hidden gems - places in Auckland, New Zealand not to miss (Updated February, 2024)

Hidden gems: places in Auckland

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Auckland. Ratings are based from 391 places in the city.

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F45 Training Ponsonby

Gym

👍👍 Epic gym with fantastic trainers. Highly recommend F45 Ponsonby! After trying F45s in the past I wasn't sure I was a fan but this one is awesome - great workouts and the staff are really helpful, they push you and make sue your form is spot on!

5.00 (116 reviews) (~0.82 km from centre)

goodlife super food co

Health food restaurant

👍👍 The best salad place ever. I am a person who loves eating junk food but ever since my colleague recommended this place, I have starting eating good nutritious food which amazes my taste buds. The smoothies and salads are simply mesmerising and so filling. It has definitely become my go-to place.

5.00 (108 reviews) (~1.36 km from centre)

The EOS Coffee

Cafe

👍👍 New coffee shop, award winning barista and really good coffee!!! Definitely recommend this place

5.00 (98 reviews) (~1.7 km from centre)

Neighbour Espresso Cafe

Cafe

👍👍 Best coffee fab service... stroll down Hakanoa St with its amazing tree canopy and gorgeous villas while you sip on your delish takeout neighbour coffee.

5.00 (83 reviews) (~1.84 km from centre)

Quattro Fitness Collective

Gym

👍👍 Best gym I've ever been to. They have all the best equipment. Dave the trainer is amazing. Never the same routine and keeps it interesting. Highly, highly recommend.

5.00 (73 reviews) (~1.95 km from centre)

Knoxfit-Hauora

Gym

👍👍 They have a great atmosphere and best vibes to train in a gym. Friendly trainers and the coolest members. Everyone is really encouraging and super supportive. They also have a great physio on-site who has personally helped me and the best barista on in the mornings for my hot chocolate fix. Highly r...

5.00 (64 reviews) (~1.74 km from centre)

ALLIANCE JIU JITSU AUCKLAND MT EDEN

Martial arts school

👍👍 I have been training with Alliance for over 2 years and wholeheartedly recommended them to everyone and anyone. The fundamentals, intermediate, and advanced classes are designed to cater to all skill levels and experience. The coaches, including national and world champions and competitors, provide...

5.00 (61 reviews) (~2.39 km from centre)

BFT Newmarket

Fitness center

👍👍 Here for 2 week trial and I absolutely love this place! All the coaches are very enthusiastic, friendly and encouraging! They have made the environment so pleasant that i look forward to coming everyday. The community has also been very helpful and friendly too, offering to help and encouraging one...

5.00 (61 reviews) (~2.62 km from centre)

Hotel Fitzroy curated by Fable

Hotel

Polished rooms with smart TVs in a high-end hotel with a lounge, plus free drinks & snacks.

5.00 (51 reviews) (~0.75 km from centre)

CrossFit Mecca

Gymnastics club

5.00 (45 reviews) (~4.99 km from centre)

The Hawks' Nest Gym

Gym

👍👍 Was a beginner to Muay Thai and wanted to pick it up for self defence. Started out with free/discounted trials in kickboxing gyms in the CBD and found Hawk’s Nest to be the most value for money and community-oriented. Pros - The vibe is much more welcoming to females. The more advanced gym members a...

5.00 (44 reviews) (~1.06 km from centre)

Zibetto Espresso Bar

Coffee shop

👍👍 Great coffee and even better conversation at Zibetto! If only there were more stars to give out!!

5.00 (42 reviews) (~1.62 km from centre)

Louis the Goldsmith

Goldsmith

👍👍 My fiance and I recently visited Louis to have our wedding bands made. My fiance had my engagement ring made overseas, so we were a bit unsure where to begin when looking for a jeweller in Auckland to make our wedding bands. We both had fairly clear ideas of what we wanted but also wanted some guida...

5.00 (36 reviews) (~2.59 km from centre)

City Lee Gar - Philip Lam

Muay Thai boxing gym

👍👍 Awesome trainers, nice environment and friendly crew. Always recommend to friends. If first time maybe try the beginners class Sat 11am. Thanks so much always enjoy class!!

5.00 (34 reviews) (~2.37 km from centre)

Lift Club

Gym

👍👍 I got the 1-week trail with Lift Club and I was so excited and motivated to sign up after! Ella and Jaxon have made a super welcoming and non intimidating environment for training, I love the community vibe of LC. I always leave class feeling like I've worked harder than I would have in a convention...

5.00 (32 reviews) (~1.54 km from centre)

Zazū Coffee

Coffee shop

👍👍 Pam not only makes a lovely coffee for me every morning, she is a good listener and always has time for a meaningful chat, assuming there aren’t dozens of people queuing behind me of course!!

5.00 (32 reviews) (~1.54 km from centre)

Studio Red Wellness

Yoga studio

👍👍 A gorgeous studio to practice in. Stunning design and flow to help you really drop in. Every square meter of this building has been designed and built with love and attention. The teachers here are so good, guiding you to a really blissful state

5.00 (27 reviews) (~0.8 km from centre)

Personal Trainer MIKIKO - Get your body under your control -

Personal trainer

5.00 (26 reviews) (~2.08 km from centre)

Chris Scott Personal Trainer

Personal trainer

👍👍 Chris hands down is the bestest trainer you’ll ever come across. I have suffered a lot health and mental issues prior to meeting Chris. He has honestly gone above and beyond to ensure my health and mental is at its best. If you are struggling with anything similar, to even feeling uncomfortable goin...

5.00 (26 reviews) (~1.29 km from centre)

Eden Christian Hostel

Student housing center

👍👍 Huge fan of the work they put in for the students. The many signs, the great food, and that "the couch" made it for me.

5.00 (25 reviews) (~2.72 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: places in Auckland, New Zealand