Devonport Beach — Attraction in Devonport-Takapuna

Devonport is situated on the North Shore precinct of the Auckland city and is one of the oldest European settlements in Auckland. A very picturesque port amazingly beautiful on sunny days, this small town is the base for many ferries that sail to many small islands in the Hauraki Gulf. Also, this is where the Royal New Zealand Navy or the main naval base of New Zealand is located.

It was settled by Europeans in 1840. However, Maoris were the original settlers in the mid-14th century when the landing of the Tainui waka happened too. The last remaining Māori settlement was in North Head, and Ngapuhi chief, Patuone (1764-1872), is buried on the slopes of Mount Victoria (Takarunga), an iconic dormant volcano in Devonport.

It was initially called Flagstaff because of the flagstaff raised on nearby Mount Victoria. The mangrove swamp that stretched from Narrow Neck to Ngataringa Bay was filled in to form a racecourse in the late 19th century, now turned into a golf course. A new road was built along the western edge of the racecourse allowing more direct travel to the north and now called Lake Road.

There is a popular wharf in Devonport with couple of shops and restaurants mainly serving to the ferry passengers.

By 1859 Devonport was renamed, after the English naval town of Devonport.

In 1841, Royal Navy founded it’s first naval base in Devonport, and to date is the main naval base of...

Devonport Beach is conveniently located near the Devonport ferry terminal and Victoria Road. Families love the big grassy areas and the playground for kids.

Relax and soak up the relaxing village vibe. It’s a perfect spot for a picnic or enjoying fish and chips by the beach.

Windsor Reserve is home to the Devonport Library, the 1924 War Memorial and a band rotunda. It’s also the venue for the annual Devonport Food, Wine and Music Festival.

Devonport Beach is a popular spot for swimming and...

Small but beautiful beach. One of the ends of the beach there are trees for shade. There is also a playground close by with swings and slides for children. Toilets and change room also available at the beach. Good views of the seaside and Auckland skyline. Kelp Gulls, Silver Gulls (red billed gulls) and sparrows are common as well as...