Guidebook for Auckland
Food Scene
Sand Dunz Beach Cafe
455 Motutara RdBeach cafe in Muriwai
Open for breakfast & lunch
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 TerraceHistoric 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.
Espresso Room
19 Factory RdBest coffee
Loved by locals
Winery, cafe and a restaurant on 80 acres. 5 stars
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The Hunting Lodge Winery & Restaurant
307 Waikoukou Valley RdWinery, cafe and a restaurant on 80 acres. 5 stars
Golden Silk Thai Restaurant
88 Main RdTraditional Thai.
Phil Greig Strawberry Gardens
464 State Hwy 16Strawberry Farm with yummy strawberry ice cream.
The Beekeepers Wife
1047 Coatesville Riverhead HwyThis place is getting rave reviews.
Soljans Estate Winery
366 State Hwy 16Winery and cafe, family owned.
Michael Van de Elzen (T.V. Chef) Cookery classes, hands-on experience that takes you on a culinary journey.
Good From Scratch
376 Taiapa RdMichael Van de Elzen (T.V. Chef) Cookery classes, hands-on experience that takes you on a culinary journey.
Sen Doe Thai Malay Restaurant
The Muriwai Deli
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 LnLocal 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 HwyIf 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.
Kumeu River Wines
550 State Hwy 16Wine tasting, and excellent wines.
Winery, one of NZs oldest and highly respected. Lovely location.
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Westbrook Winery
215 Ararimu Valley RdWinery, 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 RdThe 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
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.
Sky Tower
Victoria Street WestWhat 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
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 RdThermal 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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Auckland War Memorial Museum
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 RoadThe 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 Strand
458 Motutara RdIts 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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Waitakere Ranges
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.
Muriwai Golf Links
101 Coast RdLink 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 RoadFrom Beginners to experienced riders. This is a must do activity.
Stunning beach and river treks.
Goldie Bush Walkway, Constable Rd
6 Constable RdWalk to a stunning waterfall and river.
Muriwai Surf School
458 Motutara RdOutstanding tuition, great gear and very friendly staff.
Essentials
New World Kumeu
110 Main RdWaimauku Doctors
8 Waimauku Station RdLocal Doctors.