For some people, the thought of being stuck in our biggest city for 48 hours would fill them with a sense of despair.

After all, Auckland is just a giant pointy tower, changeable weather with a high chance of rain, and interminable traffic queues, right?

Well, believe it or not, there’s plenty good stuff about the big smoke too. And while we can’t do anything about the Aucklanders, here’s a list of nice things to eat, drink, do and stay that should help save the day (or two) while you’re there.