Guidebook for Auckland

Gillian
Guidebook for Auckland

Food Scene

The Muriwai Deli
Michael Van de Elzen (T.V. Chef) Cookery classes, hands-on experience that takes you on a culinary journey.
Good From Scratch
376 Taiapa Rd
Michael Van de Elzen (T.V. Chef) Cookery classes, hands-on experience that takes you on a culinary journey.
Sen Doe Thai Malay Restaurant
Historic Tavern with panoramic views from the decks overlooking the river, offering traditional gastropub eats and drinks. This place gets very busy, so always book in advance, and it can be very lively, so if you want a quiet spot suggest you discuss with them when booking.
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The Riverhead
33 York Terrace
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Historic Tavern with panoramic views from the decks overlooking the river, offering traditional gastropub eats and drinks. This place gets very busy, so always book in advance, and it can be very lively, so if you want a quiet spot suggest you discuss with them when booking.
Winery, cafe and a restaurant on 80 acres. 5 stars
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The Hunting Lodge Winery & Restaurant
307 Waikoukou Valley Rd
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Winery, cafe and a restaurant on 80 acres. 5 stars
Traditional Thai.
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Golden Silk Thai Restaurant
88 Main Rd
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Traditional Thai.
Strawberry Farm with yummy strawberry ice cream.
Phil Greig Strawberry Gardens
464 State Hwy 16
Strawberry Farm with yummy strawberry ice cream.
This place is getting rave reviews.
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The Beekeepers Wife
1047 Coatesville Riverhead Hwy
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This place is getting rave reviews.
Winery and cafe, family owned.
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Soljans Estate Winery
366 State Hwy 16
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Winery and cafe, family owned.

Drinks & Nightlife

Local talent nights, and events. Muriwai is blessed with top talent, no wonder its an amazing place to live.
The Surf Club at Muriwai
100 Jack Butt Ln
Local talent nights, and events. Muriwai is blessed with top talent, no wonder its an amazing place to live.
If you are into craft beer and yummy food this place is worth a visit. They bake their own bread. Lots of people go to relax, so it can be lively. I must admit I feel about 100 when I visit, but I enjoy the ambience, atmosphere and fun menu. I still miss the U.K. pubs. Sad but true.
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Hallertau Brewery
1171 Coatesville Riverhead Hwy
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If you are into craft beer and yummy food this place is worth a visit. They bake their own bread. Lots of people go to relax, so it can be lively. I must admit I feel about 100 when I visit, but I enjoy the ambience, atmosphere and fun menu. I still miss the U.K. pubs. Sad but true.
Wine tasting, and excellent wines.
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Kumeu River Wines
550 State Hwy 16
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Wine tasting, and excellent wines.
Winery, one of NZs oldest and highly respected. Lovely location.
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Westbrook Winery
215 Ararimu Valley Rd
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Winery, one of NZs oldest and highly respected. Lovely location.

Sightseeing

The sea is always amazing, vast, all powerful, and breathtaking in all weather. The soring Gannets are wonderful to photograph and watch.
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Muriwai Gannet Colony
428 Motutara Rd
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The sea is always amazing, vast, all powerful, and breathtaking in all weather. The soring Gannets are wonderful to photograph and watch.
It never disappoints. I love to photograph it, paint it or just sit and wonder at it. It inspires you to write, dream and relax.
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Muriwai
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It never disappoints. I love to photograph it, paint it or just sit and wonder at it. It inspires you to write, dream and relax.
What a view, and right in the heart of Auckland City.
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I-Sky Tower
Victoria Street West
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What a view, and right in the heart of Auckland City.
Such a wonderful place to visit. Great food, beaches and so close to the city.
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Devonport
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Such a wonderful place to visit. Great food, beaches and so close to the city.
Thermal Hot Pools. Naturally geothermal heated. Indoor and outdoor pools.
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Parakai Springs
150 Parkhurst Rd
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Thermal Hot Pools. Naturally geothermal heated. Indoor and outdoor pools.
Ideal to visit on a cold wet day. So much to see and do.
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I-Museum ye-Auckland War Memorial
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Ideal to visit on a cold wet day. So much to see and do.

Parks & Nature

The river is magical. I can swim in it, walk by the side of it, study the bird life by it, walk my much loved dog by it, or sit by it. All seasons, all weather , with all its moods. Its a very special spot, and only the locals know the special spots.
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Woodhill Forest
Restall Road
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The river is magical. I can swim in it, walk by the side of it, study the bird life by it, walk my much loved dog by it, or sit by it. All seasons, all weather , with all its moods. Its a very special spot, and only the locals know the special spots.
Its stunning. It makes me feel very happy, visitors say it has 'good energy'. And it does. I love it on a stormy day when the sea whips up and the power of Mother Nature lets rip.
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Muriwai Beach
458 Motutara Rd
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Its stunning. It makes me feel very happy, visitors say it has 'good energy'. And it does. I love it on a stormy day when the sea whips up and the power of Mother Nature lets rip.
So many stunning walks, great trees, and fresh air. Ideal spot to get away from it all. You can look down on the City of Auckland and see the City sprawling before you. And just a short drive away you can be in another world.
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Waitākere Ranges Regional Park
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So many stunning walks, great trees, and fresh air. Ideal spot to get away from it all. You can look down on the City of Auckland and see the City sprawling before you. And just a short drive away you can be in another world.
Link Gold Course. Sea views. All weather.
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Muriwai Golf Links
101 Coast Rd
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Link Gold Course. Sea views. All weather.
From Beginners to experienced riders. This is a must do activity. Stunning beach and river treks.
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Muriwai Beach Horse Treks Auckland
Coast Road
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From Beginners to experienced riders. This is a must do activity. Stunning beach and river treks.
Walk to a stunning waterfall and river.
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Goldie Bush Walkway, Constable Rd
6 Constable Rd
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Walk to a stunning waterfall and river.
Outstanding tuition, great gear and very friendly staff.
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Muriwai Surf School
458 Motutara Rd
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Outstanding tuition, great gear and very friendly staff.

Essentials

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New World Kumeu
110 Main Rd
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Local Doctors.
Waimauku Doctors
8 Waimauku Station Rd
Local Doctors.