Auckland City Walkways

Albert Park Circuit
Begin at the floral clock in Albert Park (adjacent to Princes Street near the fountain). Turn left and follow the path down onto Wellesley Street. Turn up Kitchener Street. At the main entrance to the Art Gallery, take the stairs (behind the waterfall) up into the park. Turn left and follow the trail around the outside of the park and back to the clock.
Tamaki Drive
Heading east from the city, this waterfront road is a great place to take a stroll, with fine views of Auckland's scenic harbour. Starting from Quay Street in the inner city, it takes roughly 45 minutes to reach the seaside village of Mission Bay, with its seaview cafes and sandy swimming beach.
Bastion Point Walk
Begin at the Selwyn Domain in Mission Bay. Head towards the city, along the waterfront to Hapimana Street. Follow the road up to the Savage Memorial, with its sunken gardens and cliff-top harbour views. Follow the walking track back down the hill towards Mission Bay.
Coast to Coast Walkway (4-6hrs, 16km)
A walk across Auckland's narrow isthmus taking in volcanoes, ocean views, ancient pa sites, kauri villas, parks, gardens and rock walls. The city starting point is Viaduct Harbour (follow the yellow markers). A self-guide brochure is available from Auckland City Council.
Sri Chinmoy Peace Mile
A mile-long run/walk around the beautiful grounds of Auckland Domain. Starting at the sign adjacent to the grandstand, it travels via Grandstand Road South, Football Road, the Crescent and Kiosk Road, and finishes at Grandstand Road North.
Maungakiekie (One Tree Hill)
This ancient Maori pa (fortified village) site in the rolling grounds of Cornwall Park can be accessed from Greenlane Road. The walk up the summit shows evidence of Maori-made terraces, and there are dramatic 360º views of the city and its two harbours from the top.
Maungawhau (Mt Eden) Summit
The highest volcano (196m) on Auckland's isthmus, this former Maori pa site offers stunning city and harbour views from the crater rim. You can access the mountain from Batger or Mountain Roads in the city suburb of Mt Eden.
Newmarket Heritage Walk
A walk through the inner city suburb of Newmarket taking in key buildings including historic Highwic House, Ewelme Cottage and Carlton Hotel. A self-guide brochure is available from Auckland City Council.
Rangitoto Summit
The walk to the summit of this bush-clad volcanic island is one of Auckland's most popular, and provides panoramic views of the harbour, gulf islands and city skyline. Ferries depart for the island from the Ferry Building on Quay Street, Downtown Auckland.

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