Lake House Arts Centre

Lake House is a vibrant community arts centre, gallery and cafe, open seven days a week, with arts education, exhibitions, artist studios, activities and events.

Hours Hāora
- Monday9 AM – 4:30 PM
- Tuesday9 AM – 4:30 PM
- Wednesday9 AM – 4:30 PM
- Thursday9 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday9 AM – 4:30 PM
- Saturday10 AM – 2 PM
- Sunday10 AM – 2 PM
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Words by Tourism New Zealand
Last updated 04 May 2024

Lake House Arts Centre is located on a reserve in Fred Thomas Drive, the gateway to Takapuna. The art centre and gallery is housed in a beautiful 19th century Edwardian/Victorian heritage building that once stood on Takapuna Beach.

The Lake House has a constantly changing exhibition programme, a café with delicious homemade fare and artist studios.

Location Te wāhi

37 Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna

Plan your route

Getting there Te huarahi ki reira

Lake House Arts Centre is a 1-2 minute drive from Takapuna and 12-18 minutes from the city centre. Free parking is available.

Local tip He tīwhiri mō te rohe

Leave time to grab a coffee – the garden views are superb!