Guidebook for Whangaparaoa
Parks & Nature
There is a bush walk going to a waterfall and up to a lookout which gives great veiws of the Hauraki Gulf and Rangitoto Island. The beach in the park is great for swimming with lots of Pohutukawa Trees for shelter.
126 locals recommend
Shakespear Regional Park
1501 Whangaparaoa RdThere is a bush walk going to a waterfall and up to a lookout which gives great veiws of the Hauraki Gulf and Rangitoto Island. The beach in the park is great for swimming with lots of Pohutukawa Trees for shelter.
Native Bird sanctuary which is free from predators.
Ferry from Gulf Harbour. (Departs Wed to Sun)
122 locals recommend
Tiritiri Matangi Island
Native Bird sanctuary which is free from predators.
Ferry from Gulf Harbour. (Departs Wed to Sun)
Good swimming beach which offers park surroundings and picnic areas.
55 locals recommend
Wenderholm Regional Park
37 Schischka RdGood swimming beach which offers park surroundings and picnic areas.
Food Scene
JAC's Trading
6 Main StGood food and close by
Two Spoons
1 Wade River RdGood coffee and Paleo food
Very good Fish & Chips.
Buy takeaways and go and sit down on the Hammerhead and visw Auckland City in the distance.
8 locals recommend
Ripples Cafe on the Marina
621 Laurie Southwick ParadeVery good Fish & Chips.
Buy takeaways and go and sit down on the Hammerhead and visw Auckland City in the distance.
Drinks & Nightlife
Muldoon's Irish Bar
8H Moana AveGood selection of beers
The Puhoi Pub Hotel & Stables...Est 1879
5 Saleyards RdGreat historial pub with good food
The Wade Tavern
2 Tavern RdGood beer selection, with reasonable food prices.
Entertainment & Activities
Good Golf Course for all ages. Has a great Club House with good food at most times of the day.
10 locals recommend
Whangaparaoa Golf Club
1337 Whangaparaoa RdGood Golf Course for all ages. Has a great Club House with good food at most times of the day.
Tenpin Bowling
14 Link CresGood to unwind and relax close by
HOYTS Hibiscus Coast
6 Link CresClose by and the cheapest cinema in Auckland
Sightseeing
From the Hammerhead you can catch the Ferry to Auckland City (Mon to Fri) allowing you to enjoy the Hauraki Gulf and Auckland Harbour while relaxing on board. The trip takes approximately 50minutes.
29 locals recommend
Gulf Harbour Marina
895 Laurie Southwick ParadeFrom the Hammerhead you can catch the Ferry to Auckland City (Mon to Fri) allowing you to enjoy the Hauraki Gulf and Auckland Harbour while relaxing on board. The trip takes approximately 50minutes.
Essentials
Countdown
Whangaparaoa RoadCountdown is in the local mall and perfect for day to day supplies.
Shopping
Silverdale Centre