Devonport’s Village: A Self Guided Wheelchair-Friendly Audio Tour

Highlights

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Itinerary

1. Stroll along what was once the heart of a thriving shipbuilding and maritime repair industry, with its sheltered, deep-water shoreline, an ideal spot for early European settlers to establish boatyards and slipways in the 1800s.

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2. Walk by the operational heart of the Royal New Zealand Navy, and what has been a defining feature of the area for over a century. Entry fee is not included in this tour.

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3. Pass by this vibrant creative hub with deep community roots, established in 1996 as a place where local artists, musicians, and writers could collaborate, exhibit, and thrive. admission fee is not included in this tour.

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4. Stirring sweet joy across Aotearoa for over 30 years, this iconic shop, Founded in 1991, was among New Zealand’s first artisan chocolate producers, specializing in decadent truffle logs and gourmet confections. Entry fee is not included in this tour.

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5. Stroll along this historic street, one of Auckland’s best-preserved heritage streetscapes, and step into a street rich with history, lined with beautifully preserved 18 and early 1900s buildings.

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6. Standing proudly on Victoria Road since 1912, pass by the Victoria Theatre, New Zealand’s oldest purpose-built cinema still in operation. Entry is not included in this tour.

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7. Pass by this really impressive tree, the Moreton Bay Fig, or Australian Banyan, called 'Old Albert', with its sprawling roots and massive canopy, is one of the largest and oldest trees in Devonport, planted in 1893.

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8. Pass by this historic club, founded in 1905, evolving from the North Shore Sailing Club of 1895, which has anchored itself as a cornerstone of North Shore maritime life, renowned for panoramic views across the Waitematā Harbour. Admission fee is not included in this tour.

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9. Take a leisurely stroll past where the story of Devonport began — with the arrival of a great voyaging canoe. Around 1350.

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10. Walk by the gentle curve of golden sand that offers stunning views of the Waitematā Harbour, safe swimming, and a perfect place to soak in the seaside charm of the village.

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Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

How it compares in Waiheke Island

• Its from-price is 98% below the median of the 79 experiences we list in Waiheke Island.
• It is shorter than most of them.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Waiheke Island

Waiheke Island is a green, hilly island in the Hauraki Gulf east of Auckland, known for vineyards and olive groves, sandy beaches and sculpture.

Waiheke Island lies in the Hauraki Gulf, east of Auckland, and its rolling hills are covered in pasture, bush and vineyards. The main village, Oneroa, has cafés and shops above a sheltered bay, and the long, curving sands of Onetangi Beach run below the northern hills. The island's vineyards grow Bordeaux-style reds and syrah in its sunny, mild climate, and many have restaurants with views across the gulf.

Top-ranked sights in Waiheke Island: Stonyridge Vineyard.

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