North Shore
Travel Guide





Visit North Shore
Where to stay in North Shore

Takapuna
The pristine beaches and ample 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 Devonport Chocolates while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Browns Bay
Beaches and shopping are just a few things travelers like about Browns Bay. A stop by Browns Bay Beach is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Milford
If you're spending some time in Milford, Milford Beach and Lake Pupuke are top sights worth seeing.

Long Bay
Travelers like the beaches in Long Bay, and Long Bay Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Maxim Hotel Auckland
The Amazing staff always make my stay perfect thank you
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
A fantastic stay. The staff are amazing and the food is particularly good, we dined there a lot. The rooms are nice and there are a lot of great facilities close to downtown and waterfront.
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

SkyCity Hotel
Friendly staff
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Quest Takapuna
Staff was great, and the location easily accessible.
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Sunrise Garden Suites
Clean and nice. Excellent staff. Great view.
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Ocean Breeze Hotel
The staff were completely unhelpful. Terrible experience.
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
Popular places to visit

Takapuna Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Takapuna Beach during your travels in Auckland?

Cheltenham Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Cheltenham Beach during your travels in Auckland?

Milford Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Milford Beach during your trip to Auckland?
North Shore Hospital
Though North Shore Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Auckland while you are here.
Browns Bay Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Browns Bay Beach during your travels in Auckland?
Westfield Albany Shopping Centre
During your trip to Auckland, you can enjoy retail therapy at Westfield Albany Shopping Centre. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch

Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour

Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland

Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

