Grey Lynn

GREY LYNN

Introduction

Enjoy the unique flavour of Auckland’s iconic urban villages in New Zealand’s most famous inner-city suburb – Grey Lynn.

Based around the old tram lines of last century, these character villages reflect original architecture and streetscapes, with thriving urban life.

Meander through the villages of Grey Lynn, be part of the vibe and our destination shopping, dining and cultural experience.

Come on a bus, foot, electric bicycle or scooter – slow down a bit, stop for a chat and make some new friends.

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Galleries and street art of Te Rae-O-Kawharu

The backstreets of Grey Lynn are home to Auckland’s most progressive galleries. Explore the best fresh art New Zealand has to offer. Our wonderful galleries are mostly sited in clusters just off Great North Road, close to K’ Rd. Discover over 40 sites of street art by meandering down Te Rae-O-Kawharu (Great North Road) to the Grey Lynn Village.

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Grey Lynn Village

Grey Lynn Village is a beautiful example of Victorian-Influenced architecture. It is home to Auckland’s cluster of vegan and vegetarian shops and eateries (balanced by an award-winning butchery). Laid back cafes and busting bars sit alongside a streetscape that reflects Grey Lynn’s heritage as the early centre of Pasifika culture in New Zealand. Eclectic retro fashion, second hand and repurposed goods.

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West Lynn

West Lynn is the home of natural. Centred around the iconic Harvest Wholefoods store, numerous niche health and lifestyle businesses are there to enrich your health and wellbeing. Browse for baby at our famous Nature Baby store or enjoy the company of friends at the vibrant restaurants and bars. Wander down Richmond Road from Surrey Crescent and discover Smokin Cole, Romulus and Remus, Malt Bar, Freida’s, Big Sur, Lillian, Honeybones, Gypsey Tea Room.

Cross cutting artistic creative community

Richmond Rise

A thriving new centre of activity is the Richmond Rise area. Enjoy the food treats at Ripe and Epolito’s. Or drop down the hill for luxury grocery shop Farro, bakery Bread and Butter or sniff the air and follow your nose to coffee roaster and restaurant Ozone.