Skip QUEEN STREET for Shopping in Oakland —Here’s Why 🛍️🙅‍♀️

I chose to stay near Sky Tower and Queen Street thinking it would be super convenient for shopping… big mistake! 😵 Both day and night, the main street was lined with homeless people—it was honestly scary. At one point, someone yelling with what seemed like serious anger issues even caught the attention of the local police. Not exactly the relaxing shopping vibe I was hoping for! 🚔🚷 If you’re looking for a safer, calmer, and overall better shopping experience—head to WESTFIELD! 👏 This place is made up of two connected malls with all the essential brands, great selections, and best of all—way fewer people. There’s a famous American cinnamon roll shop that just opened upstairs—yes, the one with never-ending lines! 🧁🔥 The frosting is literally a calorie bomb, but trust me, when it’s warm and fresh… it’s totally worth it. Oh, and did I mention? There’s a Pop Mart store too! Labubu fans, you might just want to camp out here for a bit. 🎉🧸 A peaceful vibe, tasty food, and cute toys—Westfield is where it's at. #AucklandShopping #WestfieldNZ #AvoidQueenStreet #NZTravel #MallLife #FoodieFind #PopMartNZ #CinnamonRollHeaven