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    The Silos
    Liam W.

    Another place that makes my inner town planner well up with pride. Auckland's glorious waterfront until recently has somehow been locked away from its citizens - but no longer. The Wynyard Quarter development has opened up whole new chunks of waterfront for Aucklanders to explore, and the jewel in its crown is Silo Park. There's so much to this park that it's hard to know where to start. There's the Wind Tree sculpture under which kids can often be found messing about in the paddle pool. Adjacent, there's a playground and basketball court. Further on is a gantry for climbing and taking in the views, while the namesake silos themselves stand sentinel over the western end of the park. Beneath, a collection of heritage yachts are moored at a wharf from which some of the best views of the harbour bridge can be found. There's also a piano that moves about the park that anyone can play - a small touch that somehow makes the place feel communal. The park itself is great, but it's the constant stream of events that really give the place life. Every Friday in summer the silos are used for open air cinema which is universally popular. The Silo Markets (selling all sorts of interesting food and crafts) and Silo Sessions (live music/DJ sets) are other regular events. Finally, the headline event is the fantastic Laneway Festival held every January, showcasing the very best in indie rock and roll. In short, there really is something for everyone in Silo Park - every Aucklander needs to visit it.

    What to expect at the Silo Friday night movies!!
    Alana J.

    Silo park is an amazing new addition to Auckland (as of the 2011 rugby world cup), and one that was certainly needed. With a mix of hosting music festivals, markets, and outdoor movies, the Silo area is the ultimate cool new hangout. There have been wonderful graffiti artists who have helped give the newly established area some artistic flare, along with a good selection of bars, restaurants and cafes 50m up at Wynyard Quarter. My favourite use of this area is on a Friday night in summer when they show a movie on one of the silo's and have a late night market. The outdoor movies start screening in warm November and roughly finish end of March when it starts getting a little cooler. Kick off time for the movie is generally at 9:30pm after a short film which usually starts at 9pm once the summer sun goes down. The evening markets and food stalls completely compliment this evening outing. I love getting churros when at the movie as a naughty evening treat. If dessert is jumping the gun and you're yet to have had dinner there is also a wide range of places to eat; mexikai, burgers, pizza and more. This extension of Auckland CBD is also just a great place to come and relax, getting out of the hussle and bussle of city life.

    Busy night at the movies :)
    Amy M.

    Decided that my boyfriend and I would come here on Valentines day because they were showing one of my favourite childhood movies, The Princess Bride. We decided to go early, around 7pm with the movie starting at 9pm...big mistake! We should have left much much earlier as everyone else had the same idea. All the beanbags that they offer (which is awesome by the way) were taken. I had brought along a small blanket and some pillows but they weren't enough, it got very cold and uncomfortable, I wished that I had been smarter like other people and taken camp chairs and worn a big jacket. The food stalls on offer are fab but make sure you take some cash as a lot of them don't accept Eftpos. We ended up leaving before the movie had started, but that was no fault of Silo Parks, only our own. I will definitely be going again, I will just make sure that I am more prepared next time!

    Steven M.

    My favorite thing about Silo park is that there is no official liquor ban there. This means it's a great place to go on a cheap date with a bottle of cider and sit by the water, or perhaps play the piano that is situated within one of the old grain tanks. The other great thing about Silo park is that it is also fast becoming one of Auckland's event hot spots. They have a regular programme of events - movie nights, bands, and even the Laneway festival was recently held there. The park is edged by restaurants and bars, and entrance to it is via a bridge which goes up and down for boats to go under , something that seems to really excite little kids. There is a (seemingly pointless) metal walkway , which admittedly allows for a semi decent viewing of the harbour, although an equally good one can be had if you walk round to the edge of the dock. There are plenty of superyachts streaming in and constantly so you can get a chance to see how the other half (or 1 percent) really live.

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    Event Cinemas

    Event Cinemas

    3.7(15 reviews)
    1.5 kmAuckland CBD

    On a rainy day in Auckland, I decided to take advantage of the weather and see a movie -…read moreOppenheimer. The biggest cinema for mainstream movies is Event Cinemas, part of a large commercial complex right in the heart of CBD. Talking with people, this area still hasn't fully recovered since the pandemic, which speaks to why the complex feels relatively empty and quiet. I even had difficulty finding the main entrance as most of the door area that used to have restaurants and bars are empty and looked closed. Entering off the street and going down, only to go up massive escalators inside, I finally found what I was looking for. The theatres are on multiple floors depending on the style of screen (traditional, IMAX, etc.). The ticket lobby and main concession stand is on the third level. Tickets can be purchased off touch screens in the lobby, where you choose your desired seat. Most theatres have recliners or even full day beds, prices depend on time and type of seat. After purchasing my ticket, I went up another level where usually a ticket taker would be, but the table was empty and remained so. I found it odd there was no one checking - I guess trust (or cameras) were ensuring you are a paying customer. There are bars and concession stands in other areas but all were closed on my visit; maybe only peak time they're open. The screen itself was great quality; seats comfortable, prices reasonable for modern movies, and everything was clean. I was happy taking a break from the city for a few hours and would see a movie here again.

    While on vacation decided to see a couple of movies with my daughter on the rainy days. The…read morecinemas here are different than back home in the USA. There are multiple floors and on each is a different set of theaters. The rooms are not very big, and beware the previews are about 30min long! Also, the bathroom is not nearby, so make sure to use it before entering the movie. There are multiple fast food restaurants on the first floor. Overall a good place to come on a rainy day.

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    The Civic - Taken inside the civic

    The Civic

    4.7(19 reviews)
    1.5 kmAuckland CBD
    $$

    Unequivocally my FAVOURITE venue in Auckland! There is something quite magical about this place…read more From the beautifully themed entrance lobby to the star covered ceiling in the theatre itself the Civic never fails to impress. Their line up of musicals, orchestral performances, theatre and Opera are the best of the best too! Close to public transport and parking close by it is an easy place to get to as well which is a convenient bonus

    I have a special bond with the Civic, when I was a kid my grandmother worked there and I would…read moreoften get to go into the Civic and the Wintergarden theatres and run through the back halls and rooms, this was during the days of the St James theatre when no-one had even heard of a multiplex. I've been up to the top and seen the stars, I've played with the glowing eyed lions. In part I think the bond I have with the Civic is a little more intense but no less symbolic then the one the rest of Auckland has with it. The Civic is possibly more iconic than the Auckland Town Hall and it seems to sit astride the heart of the Auckland CBD. Inside the Civic, the entrance hall remains mostly unchanged with the exception of the candy bar that used to sell Tangy Fruits, with a glass of wine or beer being the order of the day. Yes folks the Civic ascended from its cinema roots and matured to be an actual Theatre. In all its changes, its not lost its Grandiose 1940's charm and while the seats are still packed in there, you can sit in the Civic and know you're part of Auckland's long history with the Arts. Wellington is still considered the cultural capital of New Zealand, but its got competition here.

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    The Civic - Civic theatre lobby from above. (During the Wicked performance)

    Civic theatre lobby from above. (During the Wicked performance)

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    Event Cinemas Broadway

    Event Cinemas Broadway

    3.6(11 reviews)
    3.6 kmNewmarket

    This Event Cinema is my favourite because it is so quiet. I often wonder if they make any money out…read moreof this cinema at all, but I'm not complaining. Often the candy bar is a one man operation and they even rip your tickets because 80% of the time there is no dedicated staff member to do this. It is obvious that the skeletal staffing is due to the lack of movie goers at this cinema but we can rip our own tickets and use the lights on our phones to find our own seats. This cinema is huge, there is a lot of seating, big couches around and a time out games arcade. I have only seen this area packed a few times and there is also a bar here. These cinemas also do not have stadium seating so you often feel like you are sitting on the floor which I don't mind, to make up for it there is quite possibly 1.5m of leg room in front of you. One other good thing is you can get your parking validated so it only costs $6 for a maximum of 4 hours, not even The Hobbit was that long so you would be safe. The parking is just of Davis Crescent.

    Even on bargain Tuesday's (really, who actually goes to the cinema any other night of the week?)…read morewhen there's a newly released blockbuster on, this place is quiet. It makes taking my "can't we just wait 'til the DVD" whining partner out to watch a film a much more enjoyable experience. The Broadway bar is an absolute winner as well. AND you can take alcoholic beverages and cups of coffee into the movie with you! It's fantastic. The staff are always friendly and happy to help and the place is vast but easy to navigate. I really wouldn't go to the cinema anywhere else; comfortable seats, big screens and good choice of popcorn and snacks at the counter. Tip: If you go after 6pm, you can park for free a few minutes walk away at the bottom of Parnell Road.

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    Event Cinemas Broadway - Very Nice Seating

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    Bar area

    Lido Cinema - The lounge at the Lido.

    Lido Cinema

    4.5(13 reviews)
    6.1 kmEpsom
    $$

    Thanks to my fellow yelpers in guiding me to this theatre. I had thought to go to Queen St cinema,…read morebut after reading the reviews, and seeing what people had to say about Lido, it was no contest. I'm so glad to make the trip here. The seats are for adults. Wine can be purchased from their bar and brought into the theatre. Parking is available for free across the street. Admission prices are fair. A most positive experience, as no one's cell phone went off during the film, and no one was looking at the phone (at least none that I could see)!!

    The Lido is an independently owned cinema located in Epsom. The cinema only has two theatres so…read moreunlike Event or Hoyts cinemas, there are only a few films that run each day. Also unlike larger cinema complexes, The Lido plays more offbeat films as well as those popular blockbusters and Oscar nominated works. On top of the interesting and creative films The Lido plays, the cinemas themselves are also more comfortable and luxurious, with each theatre being decked out with nice high backed, wide seats and aisles. Glasses of wine, beer, coffees, popcorn, confectionary and Rush Munro's ice-creams are available when purchasing tickets, and the staff are all incredibly friendly, smiley girls that really contribute to the comfortable atmosphere of The Lido. This cinema is the perfect mixture of homeliness and class, and is the ideal place to meet relatives or the girls for a good movie, or alternatively romance your partner on a date.

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    Hoyts Sylvia Park

    Hoyts Sylvia Park

    4.1(14 reviews)
    11.3 kmMt Wellington

    Sylvia Park Hoyts is one of my fav movie places to meet people from all over town, because it's so…read moreconvenient to get to, either via train, bus or car as it's right next to the Southern Motorway. (and you don't need to grapple with city traffic) The staff here are always incredible, the cinemas are clean and comfy, and they have special prices if you go in the morning or on Tuesday. (think it's about $11) Their La Premiere seats are awesome too if you have a special occasion to splurge out on. I was here last Sunday when our mini earthquake hit, and the building is so strong, I honestly thought it was just the surround sound system making the seats move. haha If you want to watch a movie in a safe, clean and welcoming environment, go here!

    Hoyts Sylvia Park has been my regular movie theatre for over five years now. By far the most…read moresuperior theatre in the South/East Auckland areas, its smack bang in the middle of Auckland AND the largest shopping centre in the country, making it easy to get to whereever you are in the city. While people may see this as an negative, I love that this cinema gets busy. I'm the sort of person that would rather see a movie in a full theatre that with a few people, so Sylvia always does the trick. The seats in the theatres are comfortable, there's enough leg room for a basketball player and the arm rests are movable if you're into that sort of thing. I find its always worth it to pay a little extra for the Xtreme Screen because those regular sized screen just don't cut it anymore (maybe Chris Rock was right about women not being able to back in lifestyle...). The La Premiere seats at Sylvia are great too and while its on the pricey side its a great and very comfy way to make that date or girls night out a little more special (...okay, he was right). Sylvia Park also hosts a lot of the midnight screenings for some films and those usually go off without a hitch. Do yourself a favour and book your tickets online or purchase them early from the cinema to avoid the inevitable long queue that will await you!

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    Hoyts Sylvia Park
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    Metro Centre

    Metro Centre

    2.7(7 reviews)
    1.5 kmAuckland CBD
    $$

    It's a behemoth of a structure conjoined at the hip to the Civic Auditorium. There's a food court…read moreon the ground level with an average selection of ethnic cuisines which, in my opinion, are above average prices. However in the deep corner of the food court you will find NZ's first ever poke restaurant - Poke Time! Now that's worth a trip! There's an Event cinema that goes sky high. You can take the bullet-shaped glass elevator, steep escalator or if you're daring enough.. take the spiral staircase. There's also an array of coffee shops, restaurants and even a bowling alley if you fancy knocking down some pins. Be warned that you might find yourself walking around in maze if you take the escalators up to the top then the spiral staircase back down.. I've done it twice and have gotten lost both times haha

    A big, ugly/interesting (depending on my mood) American-style entertainment complex smack bang in…read morethe heart of the midtown area by Aotea Square. It has everything for a reliably predictable time, including chain eateries at the entrance, a large food court offering every heart attack concoction under the sun, a bowling alley, a gaming arcade, and a large Event Cinemas and IMAX complex in the upper levels. Notable I suppose for having the only IMAX screen in NZ. Changes have made me sad - there used to be big rocket-esque pillars at the bottom - no longer. Also, the massive Borders bookstore has now made way for a Carls Jr - to some maybe a neat little indictment on where our priorities lie these days!

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    Metro Centre - Spiral staircase

    Spiral staircase

    Metro Centre - Bullet-shaped elevator

    Bullet-shaped elevator

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    Capitol Cinema

    Capitol Cinema

    4.6(9 reviews)
    5.3 kmMt Eden

    A local, independent cinema in the Auckland suburb of Balmoral. You'll find it situated on…read moreDominion Road, just past the Balmoral Road intersection, and by all the amazing (and cheap) chinese restaurants. It doesn't look much from the outside (my flatmate did in fact wonder what kind of movies were shown there) but walk inside to find a beautiful foyer with chandeliers. A range of snacks are on offer, such as Movenpick ice creams and you can even enjoy a wine with your movie if you so desire. This one cinema wonder certainly delivers on its luxurious surroundings. The plush purple chairs are very comfortable, while the curtain across the screen is a sign of a bygone era. It is a nice change from the cinema mulitplexes that we have become so accustomed to. While the ticket prices haven't gone back to $5, there is still a Tuesday night special (adults $10.50). So make a night of it, perhaps visit a restaurant across the road for some homemade dumplings and then make your way to the cinema for a movie. Thank me later for that great idea.

    I'm strong believer that whoever redeveloped the Capitol Cinema was a bit of a romantic. From the…read moremoment you enter the cinema and dodge the entrance to where people are trying to scale ridiculous height, you begin to climb the stairs up to a different time. They have captured the essence so well of what it was like to go to the cinema, not from my childhood days but possibly my parents as well. The kiosk where you can pick up your treats (which I relatively well priced compared to the big mulitplex cinemas) has welcoming staff and you feel like they're genuinely interested in the movies being played. The seating is comfortable, not a great amount of leg room for someone over six foot, but enough to get through a movie without having to fall into some crazy yoga position. The quality of the screens and audio are as good as you would find in any "new" cinema. Overall, if you want to take a loved one for a romantic night out to the cinema, this is the place. Oh and either before or after you enjoy your time at The Capitol, I recommend you fill up on dumplings across the road at New Flavour.

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    Capitol Cinema - Inside of the theatre

    Inside of the theatre

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