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Trip.Best Top 9 Water Fun Attractions in Auckland Region [2024]
Escape the heat and plunge into cooling waters at these fun, water-filled activities
Updated Oct 2024
- 5.64.6/5186 ReviewFreebased on 255 reviews"Mission Bay Mission Bay located just 8 kilometers east of Auckland, New Zealand's largest city. It is the most convenient beach near Auckland. The west side is the Labour Party Monument. Every weekend, it will be lively. No surprise. Mission Bay should be Auck. The most entertaining beaches around Lan. There is no one in the Mission Bay. There are many sea activities on the beach. There are also many sunbathing, picnics, sand playing... Here you can also see the panoramic view of the Auckland harbor. As a city so close to the city beach, all this makes People are so envious."Auckland30.1km from downtownNo.13 of Best Things to Do in Auckland RegionHighlights: There are many western restaurants and outdoor cafes near Mission Bay Beach, which is a good place to taste delicious food and enjoy the sea view. 1. Abundant beach activities and water sports In Mission Bay, you can not only enjoy the panoramic view of the romantic harbor, but also overlook the volcanic island of Rangitoto, which erupted more than 600 years ago. Beach activities are plentiful here, and you can swim, kayak, windsurf, and other water sports like the locals, or inline, jog, bike, or walk along Tamaki Boulevard. 2. Iconic Fountain, Ice Cream Shop There is an iconic fountain near the beach, which will be colorfully lit at night. There are many restaurants and bars around Mission Bay. It is especially worth mentioning that there is a Movenpick ice cream shop that is very famous in Auckland. No matter when you come here, you will see a long queue in front of the shop. Be sure to try it. Oh try it.Show Less
- 5.24.4/541 ReviewFreebased on 374 reviews"This beach is my favorite beach. Every time I go there, I see people surfing, walking dogs, children playing and beautiful houses along the beach. Walking along the beach there are swings, you can sit down to listen to the sound of the sea, clear your mind, if you want to walk outside, I highly recommend going to this beach, you can have a cup of coffee anywhere along the street, and then look down and watch your troubles be washed away."Auckland.North Shore22.9km from downtownNo.17 of Best Things to Do in Auckland RegionHighlights: Takapuna Beach is just a short walk from the bustling shopping mall, with beautiful harbour views, fine white sand, clean and safe sea, and in the distance there are lava-encapsulated fossil trees from 150,000 years ago . With markets, forests, lawns, sandy beaches, seawater and various marine sports, the beach has become one of the most popular beaches on Auckland's North Shore.Show Less
- 5.84.3/549 Review"Now it is only a distant view, and in the sailing club you can overlook the Harbour Bridge. Still very good, this attraction has been cancelled by regular tour groups a long time ago, but this time I have gone to the self-operated group of Trip.com , it feels very good, and there are many pigeons here."Auckland28.5km from downtownNo.11 of Best Things to Do in Auckland RegionHighlights: Auckland Sailing Club, located in a swamp surrounded by water, locals love to play, swim, surf, sail, slide, or dive in to catch fish. People refer to Aucklanders as thinking about the three "Bs" all day long: the beach, the boat, and the barbecue. 1. Auckland Anniversary Regatta The Auckland Yacht Club's annual sports focus is the Auckland Anniversary Regatta, which is held at the end of January each year. There are more than 1,000 sailing boats participating in a wide variety of yachts ranging from two-meter yachts to thirty-meter-long yachts. Boats, all racing in Waitematam port. The America's Cup is held every four years. Together with the Men's Football World Cup and the tennis Davis Cup, it is known as the "Three World Cups" by the world. New Zealand won the 29th America's Cup in 1995, and then successfully defended its title at the 30th America's Cup in 1999. Sailing has almost become a sport that New Zealanders are extremely proud of. 2. Qianfan Athletics came to the port of the club and looked around, and knew that Auckland's reputation as the "capital of sailing boats" was not justified. The slender masts of the sailboats and the sky towers and buildings in the background formed a unique city. borderline. The moored large and small sailboats and yachts are densely packed and of various types. It is truly a thousand sails competition, which is extremely spectacular.Show Less
- 5.04.3/515 Reviewbased on 138 reviews"A wonderful boat trip and a wonderful day on the island. If you want to see the whole island, you need to walk a long distance, which may require a suitable physical health foundation. It takes only4-5 hours to choose to take a boat."Auckland60.8km from downtownNo.19 of Best Things to Do in Auckland RegionHighlights: Rotoroa Island is a small island on the east side of Flow Island, which is open to the public for the first time in the past 100 years. Since there are relatively few people here, several beaches are often unoccupied, which is suitable for killing time. There are stunning beaches, walking trails and old buildings.Show Less
- 5.44.5/567 ReviewFreebased on 888 reviews"We came to this hotel on a weekend night last summer when we thought about watching the sunset while eating fish and chips. The plan was wrong when we found out that all the food nearby was only served ice cream, as all the kitchens were closed this season! The sunset climbs up the dunes on the beach to be very interesting, with long white clouds emblematic of New Zealand on the horizon. Several brave men in wet suits surf outside and others walking their dogs on the beach."Piha24.3km from downtownNo.14 of Best Things to Do in Auckland RegionHighlights: Piha Beach is one of the well-known black sand beaches on Auckland's wild west coast, known for its pristine appearance and rough seas. Located at the bottom of the Waitakere Ranges Regional Park, Piha Beach is a great destination for sports enthusiasts and those looking for outdoor recreation. 1. The choice of sports and outdoor enthusiasts The wild waves of Piha Beach attract the challenge of experienced surfers, and surfers can surf to the fullest at this surfing spot. In addition to surfing and outing, you can also hike, fish, and eat, drink, and have fun in the beach community established by the owners and residents. It is a wonderful place to attract sports enthusiasts and those looking for outdoor leisure. 2. Watch the waves and get in touch with nature. Climb up Piha's iconic Lion Rock and watch the Maori carvings. Sitting magnificently between Piha Beach and Little Piha Beach, Lion Rock watches the rough waves day in and day out. 3. Abundant surrounding activities Take a stroll along the soft beach at dusk and take your camera here to capture the beautiful scenery. See the iconic architecture of Piha, the Lion Rock, standing proudly on the beach. Go surfing and viewing at other black sand beaches on the west coast, including Kerikeri, Tihengabefoss Beach, Muriwai, where the giant gannet colonies atop the cliffs.Show Less
- 4.64.3/565 ReviewFreebased on 3440 reviews"A good place to spend time. Pros: 1. Have a leisurely walk, especially with delicious ice cream. 2. Everything is free - a very cheap way to entertain if you want to save on budget. Cons: 1. There is still a lot of construction work to do before the Copa America arrives. So it's not yet in the best shape."Auckland24.1km from downtownFeatured in Best Things to DoHighlights: Viaduct Harbour is a waterfront area in central Auckland, where a variety of bars, restaurants, internationally renowned hotels and high-end apartments are gathered, as well as many yachts moored in the harbour, but it is a good place to take pictures. In addition, the Voyager Maritime Museum, Ferry Building, etc. are all in this area.Show Less
- 4.74.1/561 ReviewFreebased on 2219 reviews"On a windy day, we took the ferry out for a hike. We chose a roundabout trip around the island and ended up at the bottom of the hill steps. The steps to the top are quite steep but worth a try as the views from either the crater or the top are spectacular. The volunteer guide was knowledgeable, told us about the history of the island and pointed out some interesting places. If you want to play something different, I highly recommend this site."Auckland30.8km from downtownFeatured in Best Things to DoHighlights: Rangitoto Island is located in Auckland, New Zealand. It was formed by a series of volcanic eruptions about 600 years ago. It is the larger and younger volcano in the area and a prominent geographical feature of Auckland. It is a wide triangular jagged basalt volcanic rock. .Show Less
- 4.54.6/5108 ReviewFreebased on 9 reviews"I really thought of going to the beach in the summer. The scenery of Lake Pupki here in Auckland is great. This beach can make people sit in the shade of the trees for an afternoon! A cool view and enjoy the last time on the North Island!"Auckland.North Shore22.1km from downtownFeatured in Best Things to DoHighlights: Lake Pupuke (lakepupuke, Auckland) is located in the west of the North Shore District of Auckland City and is considered to be the largest lake in Auckland. Sitting on a bench by the lake, there will be black swans, seagulls and ducks swirling at your feet, waiting for you to hand them bread. Sometimes there are nearby middle school students in the lake to train rowing boats.Show Less
- 4.24.2/529 Reviewbased on 339 reviews"It will be a fantastic experience if you choose the right time to avoid the summer crowds. You can rent a wetsuit, breathing tube, mask and flippers and drive to the beach. Parking was difficult when it was overcrowded and the beach was crowded, but we came in early December with a good weather and not many people on the beach and water. Well worth it."Auckland58.4km from downtownFeatured in Best Things to DoHighlights: Goat Island is an accessible marine reserve in New Zealand. It has high sea water transparency, warm water and diverse marine life. It is one of the famous snorkeling and diving spots in New Zealand. Goat Island Marine Discovery Centre Visit the Goat Island Marine Discovery Centre (Marine Discovery Centre) before diving into the sea to learn about marine life. If you are not interested in diving, you can also take a glass-bottom boat to see the underwater world. After a day of water activities, take a break with a craft beer in the small nearby community of Leigh. Goat Island is especially suitable for those who like snorkeling and diving. The sea water is clear and transparent, and it is artificially protected. Near Goat Island is the prairie, and it is also a good choice for people who like the natural landscape of New Zealand. Goat Island Marine Sanctuary is family friendly for a few hours or a few days.Show Less
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