Nancy Steen Garden — Attraction in Waitematā

We had a great day at the Dove Myer Robinson Park, where the Parnell Rose Garden is. Unfortunately it didn't offer much in terms of roses (yet). This backs onto the Nancy Steen Garden, which offers an array of plants and flowers, walkways, benches, and expansive lawns for picnics. This backs onto Taurarua Judges Bay. It's a lovely bay with lots of seating and picnic options. It has steps leading into the water from the beach side and the pier. It was a great sunny (albeit...

Cool place to stop and have a coffee or take the dog for a walk. Links to other nice areas to walk in the area. Also seems to be where most of Auckland Transports traffic officers ticketing people sit for most of the day. Small cafe onsite which look to be able to hold a few people for...

Nice little hidden garden with flowers and topiary plus a number of private benches to sit for a chat or read a book. The center is a fish pond/fountain and the smells from the wildflowers around are quite relaxing. A nice escape from the noise of the traffic that abounds the rose...