Auckland Nightlife

A stylish, modern bar serving a large range of on-tap beer from one of New Zealand's best-loved breweries; DJs and live music on the weekends.

Dating from 1870, this is one of the city's oldest and most atmospheric pubs, one of a chain of Belgian beer cafés taking over and lovingly restoring historic buildings.

Unashamedly trashy, unpretentious and fun, it's frothy disco all the way in this basement-level dance club.

Hidden away in the impossibly bohemian West Lynn shops, the Gypsy offers eclectic charm, designer-disheveled décor, and an excellent wine list.

While it can become a big booze barn whenever rugby's playing on the telly, the Kingslander is generally blessed with a friendly, unpretentious pub vibe.