Jesse’s guidebook
Food scene
Local markets held on Sunday mornings. Wide range of produce, food stalls and vendors.
56 locals recommend
Takapuna Markets
17 Anzac StLocal markets held on Sunday mornings. Wide range of produce, food stalls and vendors.
Takapuna Beach Cafe
22 The PromenadeGreat food in an even better location.
Another great food spot. The Roti Donut with Gingernut Ice Cream is a must if you want something sweet.
20 locals recommend
Madam Woo
486 Lake RdAnother great food spot. The Roti Donut with Gingernut Ice Cream is a must if you want something sweet.
Little Bird Kitchen
Ponsonby RoadVegan eatery in Ponsonby.
ARK Coffee Company
461-467 Lake RdNice coffee spot
Poke Poke
40 Hurstmere RdSightseeing
If you're a visitor or local, Rangitoto is a must. Take the ferry from Devonport, walk to the summit then take swim at the beach before the ferry home.
280 locals recommend
Rangitoto Island Scenic Reserve
If you're a visitor or local, Rangitoto is a must. Take the ferry from Devonport, walk to the summit then take swim at the beach before the ferry home.
Popular beach with a great view of Rangitoto Island. If you want more of a walk, you can walk along the shoreline to Milford beach (if the tide isn't too high)
81 locals recommend
Takapuna Beach
Popular beach with a great view of Rangitoto Island. If you want more of a walk, you can walk along the shoreline to Milford beach (if the tide isn't too high)
Piha
Iconic west coast beach
Muriwai Gannet Colony
428 Motutara RdThe information center is a great starting point when exploring the Waitakere Ranges. There are numerous hiking trails here
111 locals recommend
Arataki Visitor Centre - Waitakere Ranges
300 Scenic DrThe information center is a great starting point when exploring the Waitakere Ranges. There are numerous hiking trails here
Neighborhoods
Inner-city suburb with an abundance of restaurants, bars, shops and boutiques.
114 locals recommend
Ponsonby
Inner-city suburb with an abundance of restaurants, bars, shops and boutiques.
Traveler advice
What to pack
Wear sunscreen!
The sun is rather fierce here since we have a hole in the ozone.