Beautiful Beaches
Auckland’s coastline spans two harbors, offering diverse landscapes from the sheltered bays of the Hauraki Gulf to the tidal shores of the Manukau Harbour. This collection includes urban spots like Takapuna and Mission Bay, known for views of Rangitoto Island, alongside secluded locations like Thorne Bay and Cornwallis Beach. These sites feature unique geological elements, such as volcanic rock formations, and heritage sites including the Otuataua Stonefields and the historic Cornwallis Wharf.
A Mission Bay Beach
Mission Bay is a seaside suburb of Auckland city, on the North Island of New Zealand.
B Cheltenham Beach
A residential beach in Devonport with direct views of Rangitoto Island.
C Narrow Neck Beach
Located in Devonport, this beach sits between North Head and Fort Takapuna and features a public boat ramp.
Takapuna Beach
A central North Shore beach providing access to the heritage coastal walk and views of the Hauraki Gulf.
Thorne Bay Beach
A secluded bay on the Takapuna to Milford coastal walk, featuring petrified forest remains and volcanic rocks.
McKenzie Bay Beach
A bay on the southern side of Rangitoto Island, accessible by walking tracks from the Rangitoto wharf.
Bucklands Beach
A narrow beach on the western side of the Bucklands Beach peninsula, bordering the Tamaki River.
Bucklands Beach
A residential beach extending along the Tamaki River toward the historic Musick Point.
Okahu Bay Beach
A bay on Tamaki Drive that serves as the ancestral home and marae site for Ngāti Whātua o Ōrākei.
Wood Bay Beach
A tidal beach on the northern shores of the Manukau Harbour, bordered by Titirangi’s native bush.
Cornwallis Beach
A Manukau Harbour beach known for its 200-meter-long wharf and its history as an early 1840s settlement site.
Te-Ihu-a-Mataoho Beach
A harbor beach located near the Otuataua Stonefields, an area of significant archaeological and Māori cultural heritage.
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