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Private tour in Auckland Louise Y

Auckland's Cafe and Coffee Culture

5.0

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Louise Y.

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**Awarded Local Legend By ToursByLocals** for South and Central Asia & Oceania! Kia ora. I would love you to spend some time with me as we explore Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland) and beyond. I grew up on a farm, attended the small local country school, went to high school in Auckland and have lived mostly in Auckland. I will share the sights, secrets and tastes of New Zealand's largest city with you. As your private tour guide you will see the best sights and my favourite spots where you can enjoy the nature, history and culture of a city built on more than 50 dormant volcanoes. Whether you choose to walk or be driven you can be assured it will be at an enjoyable pace. I'm very flexible so you can always suggest or change something as we go. Just relax, have a great day out and enjoy discovering the real New Zealand with me. I have been working with international visitors for about 30 years and have lived and worked overseas. I love travelling and making friends. I'm a great believer in Slow Travel, having a local experience and taking away lots of good memories. Free Wifi available while you are with me. Ka kite ano New Zealand Passenger licence, Current First Aid Certificate, NZ ProGuides member, CELTA - Certificate English Language Teaching Adults, Kiwihost programme Vehicle has COF, TSL and I have a P endorsement on my licence.

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Overview of your Auckland tour

Food and Beverage drives Auckland's economy and this is a great chance to explore it. Come with me to my neighbourhood and one of Auckland's famous streets known for its multi-cultural atmosphere and eclectic collection of street art, food, coffee, and architecture. Smell the coffee roasting and enjoy a flat white in the company of locals. Spend the morning enjoying the cafe and coffee culture of Auckland, relax over lunch and then in the afternoon explore Auckland. You have options for walks and sightseeing to work off those calories. Lunch is a little bit special and a good chance to enjoy creative local kai with either a glass of wine, beer or soda - let's relax. Something for everyone as we visit a selection of cafes and bakeries. Eat and drink in the morning and enjoy the sights of Auckland in the afternoon. Afternoon sightseeing allows for further exploring the City of Sails and of course a Hokey Pokey ice cream if you have space left. The options are endless and I can customise this for you

Recent Reviews

Jeffrey B.United States
October 2025

Louise certainly deserves the title of “Best TBL guide in the South Pacific”. Her passion for Auckland and her local community is what makes this tour special. Louise’s infectious enthusiasm and easy demeanor make you feel like you are meeting a family member rather than a tour guide. Her tour of pastry shops, bakeries, coffee shops, bistros and quaint lunch spots was a delight and made her food tour the best we’ve ever booked. One word of advice, don’t eat anything before this tour. There is food galore, and it is all AWESOME! Book with Louise and enjoy Auckland and its diverse foody scene and you will be writing reviews like this one. Jeff & Connie B

Joel S.United States
December 2023

Local food tours are a must for us when visiting new places. Louise led us on a wonderful and tasty journey through her beloved Auckland. She knows and loves the city's neighborhoods, and it was in them that we ate great food and learned so much about life today in New Zealand as we talked with the owners and workers in the places we stopped. From the unique Miller's coffee shop, through cheese rolls, and on to a lovely lunch at a cozy community restaurant, Louise made this a very special day.

Scott G.United States
August 2023

We were visiting Auckland for the second time but didn't really get a chance to explore extensively on our first visit. For this trip we decided to hire a tour guide which is pretty unusual for how we like to travel. Choosing Louise was the best decision we made on our trip to Auckland. She was OUTSTANDING! Louise is incredibly knowledgeable having lived in the area her entire life. She was personable, informative, and a delight to spend 2 days with. We cannot recommend her enough. Thanks so much Louise.

Yvonne M.United States
March 2020

Louise was a wonderful tour guide! She showed us many places and neighborhood in Auckland we would have never found on our own. We did one of her food tours and the places she took us to were wonderful!

Your Auckland tour itinerary

Tamaki Makaurau is Auckland. I will take you to 3 different areas all known for their coffee and cafe culture. Let's start downtown with a great introduction to a city that prides itself on its gourmet reputation. Let's park at my house and walk to explore the local area including cafes, restaurants, galleries, bakeries, coffee roaster, book shops and enjoy the architecture and art found in this historic and colourful area. Next, I take you to enjoy a converted warehouse where you will get a taste of inner city lifestyle. I am here every day so I know its good - Now it's time for lunch so make sure you have saved some room for beautifully presented food and a delicious meal. Enjoy the local atmosphere and creative dishes prepared with the freshest ingredients. - After lunch explore the City of Sails with its volcanoes, nature, parks, waterfront and all the yachts that give the city its nickname. You may not need dinner!

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

I will pick you up in my Hyundai Santa Fe. We will park and then walk to the various cafes, shops and areas. Pick up the car to move to the next area and in the afternoon there will be a mix of walking and driving.

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Accommodation
Meeting location

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

Downtown Auckland or Airport

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Other details
Tour categories
Food And Drink
City Highlights
Architecture
Art And Culture
Tour reference number
520861
Languages
English
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in Auckland best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for food and coffee enthusiasts who want to explore Auckland's vibrant cafe culture. It's also ideal for those looking to connect with a local like Louise Y. for deeper insights into the city's culinary scene.

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