Queen Street is the main boulevard traversing Auckland’s central business district. The almost two mile thoroughfare is lined with heritage buildings, modern high-rises and plenty of shops. The retailers range from souvenir vendors, the Smith & Caughey’s department store and luxury boutiques. Gucci and Louis Vuitton are two of the exclusive brands. The real evidence of Queen Street’s importance is it replaces Boardwalk – the highest priced property – in the New Zealand Edition of the Monopoly board game. You can’t pass “Go” in Auckland without strolling on Queen Street.
