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.
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.
Browns Bay
Beaches and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Browns Bay. A stop by Browns Bay Beach is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Northcote
Beaches, restaurants and shopping are just a few things travellers enjoy about Northcote. Check out Waitemata Harbour or The Armory while you're exploring the area.
Maxim Hotel Auckland
Friendly Staff Great facilities Excelent room
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Marsden Suites Albany
The bed was enormous ! Everything was good - and Happy there was a washing machine ! Perhaps get a clothes horse /dryer But was a great stop off for us ! And the cafe was nice way to set up the day
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
The Spencer Hotel by Castle
Staff were great, room was comfortable. Unfortunately its pool was getting an upgrade was was out of commission. Air con must have been getting an upgrade because the rooms wall had a covering of dust above curtain was covered in a layer of fluff/dust.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Ocean Breeze Hotel
Just a bit run down but everything else was great
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Quest Takapuna
Staff was great, was really easy and they gave me a late check out at no extra charge!
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Palm Suites - Auckland
Great location, clean and spacious room. Comfy beds and easy to check in & out
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
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?
Narrow Neck Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Narrow Neck Beach during your travels in Auckland?
Shakespear Regional Park
Explore the great outdoors at Shakespear Regional Park, a lovely green space in Whangaparaoa. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
North Shore Hospital
If North Shore Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Auckland.
Activities
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Wētā Workshop Unleashed - Tour
Auckland: Scenic Boat Cruise to the Riverhead Tavern
- Orewa Beach
- Takapuna Beach
- North Shore Hospital
- Takapuna Golf Course and Driving Range
- Eventfinda Stadium
- Big Manly Beach
- Long Bay Beach
- Cheltenham Beach
- Westfield Albany Shopping Centre
- Browns Bay Beach
- AUT Millennium
- Bruce Mason Centre
- Narrow Neck Beach
- Little Manly Beach
- Shakespear Regional Park
- Snowplanet
- Milford Beach
- Smales Farm
- Lake Pupuke
- Ferry Terminal - Bayswater
- Mount Victoria
- Long Bay Regional Park
- Takapuna Markets
- Gulf Harbour Country Club
- Matakatia Beach
- Matakatia Bay
