Beach
Mission Bay Beach
113 locals recommend,
Tips from locals
Camilla
July 31, 2022
Def worth a visit if you have a the time - there is always something going on in Mission Bay. Best people watching around. So much to do. Great for kids, swimming, picnicing, drinking or dining.
Mao
February 6, 2020
Mission Bay is an idyllic suburb about a 20-minute drive out of central Auckland. You wouldn’t realise that you’re that short a journey from the centre of New Zealand’s biggest city. Delve into Culture Trip’s guide to making the most out of your time in the relaxed suburb of Mission Bay, Auckland. Take a Stroll from the City There is an excellent walkway along Auckland’s famous harbour. There is so much to see, from giant container ships to little kayaks. Take your swim gear with you for a quick dip before lunch. Rent a pair of roller blades or a bike and compete the trip in half the time. Not that it’ll take you too long to walk the 6.5-kilometre (4-mile) walk anyway. If you’re pushing along like a person on a mission, the entire walk will take you about an hour and a half. However, you’re in New Zealand, mate, so just relax. Take the time to stroll along and look around you. As you leave the city, you’ll find the frantic pace slip away and by the time you find yourself in Mission Bay, you’ll be ready to enjoy a nice frosty beer at one of the numerous cafes or restaurants that look over the ocean and Rangitoto. Bastion Point If you’re after something to do when the sun is shining and the sea is calm then head to Bastion Point. The gardens are stunning, with incredible views of Auckland and Rangitoto, and you’ll also get a healthy dose of culture whilst you learn about this area’s turbulent past. Catch a Flick at Berkeley Cinemas Berkeley offers everything that you want in a local beachside cinema. Although Berkeley is run by a nationwide company, you would never guess it. It’s small and intimate, and whilst it shows the latest movies, it also plays a variety of independent films that wouldn’t get the time of day in the bigger cinemas in Auckland central. Mission Bay town Kelly Tarlton’s Sea Life Aquarium Only a short walk from Mission Bay is the brilliant Kelly Tarlton’s, a great place to go with the family — especially with the kids. The museum has information about explorers, a range of areas to view sea life and interactive games for the whole family to enjoy. However, the stars of the aquarium are the undoubtedly the penguins. You can sit and watch these little guys running about for hours. Although it’s not the world’s biggest aquarium, there’s still plenty to do. It’s probably best to try and walk there from Mission Bay, as parking can be a bit of an issue. It isn’t far though, and if you have young kids, a long walk has the added benefit of tiring them out.
Mission Bay is an idyllic suburb about a 20-minute drive out of central Auckland. You wouldn’t realise that you’re that short a journey from the centre of New Zealand’s biggest city. Delve into Culture Trip’s guide to making the most out of your time in the relaxed suburb of Mission Bay, Auckland.…
Sue & Paul
July 18, 2018
Beach and flat road side walk. Movenpick do great ice-creams!
Danjel
March 20, 2018
It is easy to catch a bus here from Britomart (Check the 'Auckland Transport' website). This beach is surrounded by restaurants and dessert bars. The grassy area is great for sports or picnics and there's a children's playground too
Jane
February 12, 2018
This is a must-fist-place if you are in Auckland.
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Location
Auckland