Devonport
The delightful harborside village of Devonport is an excellent spot for whiling away a day in antique shops, sampling local fare in the many restaurants and cafes or idling on beautiful Cheltanham Beach.
The area has a number of charming heritage buildings including the Art Deco Victoria Cinema, the oldest cinema in the southern hemisphere. The lovely Esplanade Hotel is a well-preserved example of an 1890s English seaside hotel and offers dining options with views over the harbor.
The suburb is home to the Devonport Naval Base and you can get an excellent insight into the area's military history at the Navy Museum. There are also the fascinating WWII caves that you can visit at North Head.
Practical Info
Devonport is a scenic 15 minute ferry trip from downtown Auckland. Ferries run every 30 minutes and make a romantic alternative to a taxi home from dinner.
Tours & Tickets
Auckland Maori Tour and Cultural Performance
Experience Auckland from a Maori perspective! The Auckland Maori Tour takes you through the Tamaki Makaurau area (Auckland) with a highly knowledgeable Maori ... Read more
Location:
Auckland, New Zealand
Duration: 8 hours (approx.)
Auckland Harbour Coffee Cruise
Enjoy afternoon tea under sail on Auckland's beautiful Waitemata Harbour while on board a Pride of Auckland yacht. You are able to sit back and relax while ... Read more
Location:
Auckland, New Zealand
Duration: 90 minutes (approx.)
Auckland Shore Excursion: Small-Group Auckland City Tour
See the sights when your ship is in port in Auckland and learn more about this beautiful ‘City of Sails’. You’ll tour the city center and its many bays on this ... Read more
Location:
Auckland, New Zealand
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
