Guidebook for Auckland
Food Scene
The Takapuna Beach Café is located just in front of the cottage and has great coffee, food, and ice cream!
148 locals recommend
Takapuna Beach Cafe
22 The PromenadeThe Takapuna Beach Café is located just in front of the cottage and has great coffee, food, and ice cream!
El Humero
40 Hurstmere RdAWESOME food! El Humero is Columbian style BBQ and highly recommended.
Great drinks, tacos, and ambience! We suggest the fried chicken...it's SO good.
24 locals recommend
Mexico Takapuna
4 The StrandGreat drinks, tacos, and ambience! We suggest the fried chicken...it's SO good.
Asian fusion...make a reservation for this spot as it is almost always busy!
22 locals recommend
Tok Tok
129 Hurstmere RdAsian fusion...make a reservation for this spot as it is almost always busy!
Sightseeing
Take the ferry from the city or Devonport across to Rangitoto Island (a dormant volcano) for a quick hike and enjoy some of the best views you can find, once you reach the top!
280 locals recommend
Rangitoto Island Scenic Reserve
Take the ferry from the city or Devonport across to Rangitoto Island (a dormant volcano) for a quick hike and enjoy some of the best views you can find, once you reach the top!
Sky Tower
Victoria Street WestShopping, restaurants, views in Auckland Central! Just 15 minutes from Takapuna.
82 locals recommend
Viaduct Harbour Avenue
Viaduct Harbour AvenueShopping, restaurants, views in Auckland Central! Just 15 minutes from Takapuna.
Parks & Nature
This is the best beach on the north shore. Takapuna Beach is surrounded by shops, restaurants, and cafes so when you're done swimming and sun-bathing you can head straight for a drink in your togs!
81 locals recommend
Takapuna Beach
This is the best beach on the north shore. Takapuna Beach is surrounded by shops, restaurants, and cafes so when you're done swimming and sun-bathing you can head straight for a drink in your togs!
There is a walking trail that goes around Lake Pupuke...a sunken volcano turned lake!
29 locals recommend
Lake Pupuke
There is a walking trail that goes around Lake Pupuke...a sunken volcano turned lake!
Beautiful scenery and hikes for all levels and ages.
114 locals recommend
Waitākere Ranges Regional Park
Beautiful scenery and hikes for all levels and ages.
A 45-minute drive from Takapuna but well worth it for the rugged landscapes and views. Hike up Lion Rock or just take a walk along the coast.
229 locals recommend
Piha
A 45-minute drive from Takapuna but well worth it for the rugged landscapes and views. Hike up Lion Rock or just take a walk along the coast.
Arts & Culture
The PumpHouse Theatre
2a Manurere AveBruce Mason Centre
The PromenadeEssentials
Countdown is the closest full-size grocery store near the cottage. However, if you are just looking for a few essentials, the shops and pharmacies along Hurstmere Road will work!
37 locals recommend
Countdown Takapuna
10 Barry's Point RoadCountdown is the closest full-size grocery store near the cottage. However, if you are just looking for a few essentials, the shops and pharmacies along Hurstmere Road will work!
Entertainment & Activities
Berkeley Takapuna
34 Anzac StWithin walking distance of the cottage!
Take the ferry from Auckland Central to Waiheke Island to spend the day touring vineyards, beaches, and shops! Best saved for a sunny or mild weather day. Look into booking a wine tour or taking your car across on the car ferry.
407 locals recommend
Waiheke Island
25 Karaka RdTake the ferry from Auckland Central to Waiheke Island to spend the day touring vineyards, beaches, and shops! Best saved for a sunny or mild weather day. Look into booking a wine tour or taking your car across on the car ferry.
Drinks & Nightlife
Good drinks, food, location...and they often have live music!
37 locals recommend
The Elephant Wrestler
138 Hurstmere RdGood drinks, food, location...and they often have live music!
Mac's Hurstmere Road Brew Bar has a great vibe with good food and beer, too! Enjoy music from the courtyard or dining area.
10 locals recommend
Hurstmere Road Brew Bar
134 Hurstmere RdMac's Hurstmere Road Brew Bar has a great vibe with good food and beer, too! Enjoy music from the courtyard or dining area.