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Devonport: 2 Volcano Walk
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  • Updated By 36waterfalls on June 10, 2006
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  • Devonport seen from North Head - Auckland
    Devonport seen from North Head
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    I could stay on Devonport forever! It's cute houses, it's beautiful flowers, it's volcanoes, it's picture postcard prettyness... Get yourself a Devonport brochure at the ferry building; there's a good walk in it, that you can easily do in a morning or afternoon. The ferry to Devonport leaves every 15 minutes and takes you across the Bay in 10. You can walk the 2 volcanoes (easy walks) and then hit town for lunch/dinner and some shopping. It's small, but cosy and still part of Auckland!

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    Devonport: Devonport and Mt Victoria.
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  • By Robdaz on December 8, 2004
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  • Lookout over Devonport towards the city. - Auckland
    Lookout over Devonport towards
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    Take the ferry from the Ferry building on Quay St, Downtown across to Devonport. That way you enjoy a Harbour cruise without having to pay extra. There is a number of nice cafe to relax and enjoy the small town atmosphere. Make sure you go up MT Victoria (15mins walk from Devonport) and North Head(25mins walk relaxing walk) for fanstastic panaromic view of Auckland City and the harbour. There is also a very good fish and chips shop on the main street Devonport across from the park next to the hotel.

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    Devonport: North Head - walk and view
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  • Updated By Dodo22 on November 1, 2003
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  • North Head from Tamaki Drive - Auckland
    North Head from Tamaki
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    Auckland has been described as the City of Sails, and the harbour is certainly magnificent. We make the most of every opportunity to get out on the water, even if its only the short ferry ride from the City to Devonport for a cup of coffee. Whilst you are over there you might want to go to North Head where you have a magnificent view - into the city, out to Rangitoto and beyond into the Hauraki Gulf.

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    Devonport: Devonport - The Heart of Auckland
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  • Updated By bens01 on February 24, 2004
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  • View from North Head - Auckland
    View from North Head
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    I have been living in Devonport 16 years and I can tell you Devonport is the place to visit! Devonport, is situated on the northern shores of Auckland City. The gateway to North Shore City and the sandy beaches of East Coast including Takapuna, Browns Bay and Mairangi Bay. A charming historic seaside village, with a unique heritage, wide range of restaurants, cafes, beaches, art galleries, shopping and very friendly locals. Devonport is one of the earliest areas of European settlement, dotted with numerous turn-of-the-century villas and dwellings, visitors can admire the colonial timber architecture and walk along the streets of enchanting homes. The Royal New Zealand Navy still has its national base here and their museum is open daily for public viewing. From North Head and Mt Victoria, you can enjoy the spectacular breath-taking views of the city and the surrounding Hauraki Gulf islands. Blessed with safe, white sand beaches, devonport is the perfect place to spend a day at the beach or why not indulge yourself with the international cuisine available from the over 30 different cafes and restaurants. It is here you can relax and enjoy the friendly village atmosphere. Popular annual events are the Wine & Food festival in February and the annual Arts Festival. Every month a craft market is held. Don't miss a visit to Whites Dairy - Vauxhall Rd near Church Street for New Zealand's largest ice creams. Devonport can be reached by a regular ferry which departs from downtown Auckland, and travels directly to Devonport. The ferry ride is only 10 minutes (half hourly service) or by car it takes 20 minutes to Auckland City centre. There is also the Devonport Tour Company which can give you an awesome look at awesome Devonport and they can be reached here : http://www.devonporttours.co.nz/ THE VIEWS FROM MOUNT VICTORIA, ARE VOTED THE BEST IN AUCKLAND. Enjoy this awesome seaside village!!!!

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    Devonport: Historical Devonport
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  • By Kiwigirlie on July 30, 2003
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  • Devonport - Auckland
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    I lived here for about three years and loved it. It's a lovely little village surrounded by extinct volcanoes. In fact, there are something like 47 extinct volcanoes in the Auckland region. Devonport is on a little penninsular that overlooks the city and the Hauraki Gulf. You can get there by ferry from downtown Auckland or by car - crossing over the harbour bridge. It's a great place to go and have a picnic on a hot day and enjoy views and explore the remains of a WWII bunker tunnels and gunnery.

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    Devonport: Spend a morning in Devonport.
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  • By worldkiwi on March 18, 2006
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  • The iconic Esplanade Hotel, Devonport. - Auckland
    The iconic Esplanade Hotel,
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    Devonport is a historic suburb of Auckland, located on the city's North Shore. If you are staying in the central city, you can take one of the regular ferries to Devonport from the Ferry Building on Quay Street. The trip across the Waitemata Harbour takes about 10 to 15 minutes. Check the Fullers Ferries website for up-to-date fares (www.fullers.co.nz). Devonport's streets are dominated by venerable and ornate wooden houses, commonly referred to as 'villas'. These date back to the late 1800s. Devonport also has a number of attractive little churches and a nice supply of street front cafes. Make one of your first stops in Devonport at the I-site information centre next to the Esplanade Hotel on Victoria Road (the high street). Grab a coffee at a cafe on this street and then set off to explore Devonport on foot (there is a free brochure containing a walking tour guide available at the I-site). If you are fit and healthy, climb Mt Victoria, for superb views of Devonport, the North Shore, inner Hauraki Gulf, the Waitemata Harbour and Auckland's central city and eastern beaches. I think the view from Mt Victoria is one of the most photogenic in Auckland. You can also climb North Head and explore the old tunnels and gun emplacements there.

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    Devonport: Devonport
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  • By bijo69 on May 17, 2004
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  • Devonport - Auckland
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    Nice suburb with old Victorian houses, little shops and caf?s.

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    Devonport: North Head Lookout
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  • Updated By Robdaz on January 20, 2005
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  • North Head Lookout - Auckland
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    Another great view from North Head Devonport of the Hauraki Gulf.

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    Devonport: North Head Lookout ..more...
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  • Devonport and the city - Auckland
    Devonport and the city
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    Another great view from North Head towards Devonport , the Waitemata Harbour and the City.

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    Devonport: Mount Victoria
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  • By leffe3 on July 7, 2003
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  • Devonport - Auckland
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    The volcanic plus that is Mount Victoria gives some great views across the peninsula and towards Auckland. A lighthouse sits at the top, as does the remnants of Watch Towers from the 2nd world war. One of the barracks rooms has been converted into a folk club which hosts live concerts every Monday night. (Photo is looking south towards North Head - the 2nd of Devonport's volcanic plugs - and the Gulf).

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