Special Places to Find in and Around Auckland City

Auckland is the main gateway to New Zealand offering something for all tastes and interests. Take the ferry from Downtown Auckland across to the seaside suburb of Devonport and enjoy a light cafe lunch and a spot of shopping. Alternatively, walk to the summits of Mount Victoria or North Head for 360° views. Ferries to and from Devonport depart every half hour. Mount Eden, Mount Hobson and Mount St John are dormant volcanic cones offering commanding views of the city—pack a picnic and walk up.

And if you're feeling energetic, do the Coast to Coast Walkway—a unique walk joining the east and west coasts of Auckland and take in many of the city's scenic icons. Enquire at the Visitor Information Centre in the city for a brochure on the walkway.

For further information on Auckland view our Auckland regional information section.