7 Days Exploring Auckland and North Island Itinerary

Begin your day with a visit to Cornwall Park, a beautiful green space perfect for morning walks. Have breakfast at the park's cafe, Cornwall Park Bistro.

Head over to the historic North Head Historic Reserve (Maungauika) for some exploration. For lunch, stop by McHugh's of Cheltenham nearby.

Visit the charming neighborhood of Parnell in the evening. Enjoy dinner at one of its many restaurants like Cibo Parnell, known for its elegant dining experience.

Start your day visiting the fascinating exhibits at the Auckland War Memorial Museum. Enjoy breakfast at the museum's cafe before exploring its extensive collections.

Spend your afternoon wandering through the lush landscapes of Auckland Domain, one of Auckland's oldest parks. Have lunch at nearby restaurant, Scarecrow Kitchen & Grocer, known for its fresh local produce.

In the evening, explore more of Auckland’s cultural scene by visiting galleries or theaters around town. Dine at an acclaimed restaurant like Cassia, which offers modern Indian cuisine.

Take a ferry from Auckland Ferry Terminal to Waiheke Island. Start your island adventure with the popular tour: Waiheke Island Maori Cultural Tour + Lunch + Wine. Have breakfast on the ferry or upon arrival on Waiheke Island.

Continue exploring Waiheke Island with another guided tour: Waiheke Island Double Headland Premium Guided Coastal Walk. For lunch, enjoy local flavors at Oyster Inn on Waiheke Island.

Relax in the evening with a sailing adventure: Waiheke Island Gulf Marine Park Sailing Adventure & Lunch. End your day with dinner at Cable Bay Vineyards, offering stunning views and fine dining.

Drive out to explore Piha Beach in Waitakere Ranges Regional Park. Start your morning with breakfast en route or pack something from Auckland.

Spend time enjoying Piha Beach’s stunning coastal scenery before heading into Waitakere Ranges for some hiking trails starting from Arataki Visitor Centre:  Arataki Visitor Centre. Have lunch nearby at Piha Cafe or bring along packed food.

Return back to Auckland city in time for dinner; dine out near Ponsonby Road such as popular eatery -Ponsonby Road Bistro

Drive out early morning towards Kumeu Wine Country; stopover enroute grab quick bite breakfast.

{ A-Kumeu Wine Country[13556]} Spend leisurely afternoon sampling wines various vineyards scattered across region; make sure stop Soljans Estate Winery well-known their wines plus great spot lunch.

Return back city enjoy relaxing dinner somewhere central e.g., popular restaurant Depot Eatery Oyster Bar

{ A-Devonport[431]} Catch ferry Devonport spend morning exploring quaint seaside village including climb up Mt Victoria Reserve breathtaking views across harbour.

{ A-Mt Victoria Reserve (Takarunga)[11385]} Continue exploring Devonport area grab casual bite lunch somewhere local e.g., Manuka Café.

{ A-SkyJump[11388]} Return back central city try thrilling experience SkyJump off Sky Tower followed celebratory farewell dinner Orbit 360° Dining revolving restaurant atop tower offering spectacular night-time vistas cityscape