Best Things To Do in Auckland | New Zealand Travel Guide
Explore Auckland's stunning North Shore with this guide to its best beaches, historic reserves, and charming villages. From panoramic views atop Mount Victoria to the serene shores of Hauraki Gulf, discover the natural beauty and rich history that make this New Zealand gem a must-visit.
Bayswater
Bayswater is accessible via a quick ferry ride from Auckland’s CBD and offers stunning views of the Harbour Bridge and Waitematā Harbour, as well as birdwatching opportunities along the Shoal Bay coastline.
Mount Victoria
Mount Victoria in Devonport offers scenic climbs through the Mount Victoria Reserve and spectacular panoramic vistas of Auckland City, the Hauraki Gulf, and Rangitoto Island, making it a perfect spot for breathtaking sunsets.
Birkenhead
Birkenhead, a 15-minute ferry ride from Auckland, features the Chelsea Estate Heritage Park and Kauri Point Centennial Park, offering tranquil nature trails, towering trees, and the secluded charm of Kendall Bay.
Kendall Bay
Kendall Bay is located in Birkenhead and offers a secluded and charming natural environment.
Takapuna
Takapuna offers a coastal walk from Thorne Bay to North Head, featuring the Takapuna Fossil Forest and the golden sands of Takapuna Beach.
North Head Historic Reserve
North Head Historic Reserve features historical sites, including underground tunnels and military fortifications, and is accessible from Takapuna.
Harbour Bridge
The Harbour Bridge is visible from Bayswater and offers stunning views.
Waitematā Harbour
The Waitematā Harbour is visible from Bayswater and offers stunning views.
Shoal Bay
Shoal Bay's coastline in Bayswater offers fantastic birdwatching opportunities.
Devonport
Devonport is home to the iconic Mount Victoria.
Mount Victoria Reserve
Mount Victoria Reserve offers scenic climbs and spectacular panoramic vistas of Auckland City, the Hauraki Gulf, and Rangitoto Island.
Hauraki Gulf
The Hauraki Gulf is visible from Mount Victoria.
Rangitoto Island
Rangitoto Island is visible from Mount Victoria.
Chelsea Estate Heritage Park
Chelsea Estate Heritage Park in Birkenhead offers tranquil nature trails and towering trees.
Kauri Point Centennial Park
Kauri Point Centennial Park in Birkenhead offers tranquil nature trails and towering trees.
Thorne Bay
Thorne Bay is the starting point for a coastal walk to North Head, near Takapuna.
Takapuna Fossil Forest
Takapuna Fossil Forest is located along the coast from Thorne Bay to North Head.
Takapuna Beach
Takapuna Beach, known for its golden sands, is located along the coast from Thorne Bay to North Head.