North Auckland Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit North Auckland
Where to stay in North Auckland

Takapuna
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Takapuna. A stop by Bruce Mason Centre or Takapuna Beach might round out your trip.

Albany
Unique features of Albany include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by North Harbour Stadium or Westfield Albany Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.

Devonport
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Devonport. Make a stop by Cheltenham Beach or Mount Victoria while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Browns Bay
You'll enjoy the beaches and shopping in Browns Bay. You might want to make time for a stop at Browns Bay Beach or East Coast Bays Leisure Centre.

Stanmore Bay
While Stanmore Bay isn't home to many top sights, Big Manly Beach and Little Manly Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Milford
While visiting Milford, you might make a stop by sights like Milford Beach and Lake Pupuke.

Maxim Hotel Auckland
No complaints, will absolutely be back
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

The Spencer Hotel by Castle
Pool not working but not advertised so misleading communication, not cleaned as expected
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Poenamo Hotel
The aircon condesation drips into the bathtub, which pools water. The bathtub does not drain quickly, and was pooling water a couple of inches deep after a 10minute shower. Eventually cleared after an hour. The doors rattle in a light breeze, and there is little sound proofing. Staff are friendly ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Quest Takapuna
Staff was great, and the location easily accessible.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Ocean Breeze Hotel
Good views of harbour. Clean Spacious Good price. Only downside, was the grounds were shabby, unkept, weeds untidy. Inside of the unit was very nice. Handy to harbour Ferry. Very quiet location
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Marsden Suites Nautilus Orewa
We love the Nautilus. This is our first time in a studio and we wished we had a microwave. Other than that. this is a great place to stay.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit

Orewa Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Orewa Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Auckland.

Takapuna Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Takapuna Beach during your travels in Auckland?

Cheltenham Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Cheltenham Beach during your travels in Auckland?

Milford Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Milford Beach during your trip to Auckland?
North Shore Hospital
If North Shore Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Auckland.
Massey University
Enjoy the student vibe at Massey University during your stay in Auckland. Visit the shops and spas in this walkable area.
Activities

Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket

Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner

2025 Award Winning: Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour

Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
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- B&B in Whangaparaoa
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- Visit Algies Bay
- Visit Army Bay
- Visit Bayswater
- Visit Birkenhead
- Visit Castor Bay
- Visit Devonport
- Visit Greenhithe
- Visit Hatfields Beach
- Visit Ponsonby
- Visit Rothesay Bay
- Visit Schnapper Rock
- Visit St. Mary's Bay
- Visit Stanley Point
- Visit Stanmore Bay
- Visit Takapuna
- Visit Te Atatu Peninsula
- Visit Tindalls Beach
- Visit Unsworth Heights
- Visit Wairau Valley
- Visit West Harbour
- Visit Auckland
- Big Manly Beach
- Browns Bay Beach
- Visit Hibiscus Coast
- Visit Kaukapakapa
- Visit Kumeu
- Little Manly Beach
- Matakatia Bay
- Matakatia Beach
- Visit North Shore
- Orewa Beach
- Visit Orewa
- Red Beach Holidays
- Visit Silverdale
- Snowplanet
- Visit Wainui
- Visit Waiwera
- Visit Whangaparaoa






