Shopaholics heading to Auckland and looking to indulge in their passion for shopping can head to Queen Street. The city’s main outdoor shopping area, this lively street spans a length of close to 3 kms and offers countless hours of shopping fun. Set amidst old and traditional style structures as well as towering modern buildings, the street is home to a variety of department stores, fashion boutiques and cafes. Among the attractions one will find here are the Queens Arcade which dates back to the Victorian era and the BNZ Tower, a 106 metre building that has various shops, a food court and an observation deck. Those looking to visit this attraction can stay at a centrally located hotel Auckland such as Copthorne Hotel Auckland City. This modern Auckland city hotel is ideally located within walking distance of the Queen Street shopping area.