Essentials
Countdown Browns Bay
Clyde RoadMore expensive than the former but easier
Huge and the best prices - can be crowded though as is next to the biggest mall on the North Shore
34 locals recommend
PAK'nSAVE Albany
Don McKinnon DriveHuge and the best prices - can be crowded though as is next to the biggest mall on the North Shore
Getting Around
Realistic Rental Cars
49d William Pickering DrOur family business
Albany Bus Station
Goes into the heart of Auckland City
Food Scene
Ben Gusto Cafe
111 Clyde RdPopular cafe that opens up to a picture perfect beach
Long Bay Cafe
17 Te Oneroa WyBrand new place with epic elevated views
Sid at The French Cafe
210 Symonds StThe most prestigious restaurant in New Zealand. Period.
Paper Moon
437 Beach RdIn walking distance to a very cute beach
Bolero Tapas Bar
219 Don McKinnon Dr Excellent food at fair prices
Right on the beach in the North Shore's most sought after suburb
148 locals recommend
Takapuna Beach Cafe
22 The PromenadeRight on the beach in the North Shore's most sought after suburb
Parks & Nature
This massive marine reserve is super busy in summer, and dead peaceful in the colder months. Has a playground and a flying fox
45 locals recommend
Long Bay Beach
This massive marine reserve is super busy in summer, and dead peaceful in the colder months. Has a playground and a flying fox
See attached map to he walkway which leads to the reserve
12 locals recommend
Okura Bush Scenic Reserve
See attached map to he walkway which leads to the reserve
Browns Bay
Boats, playgrounds, and a skatepark
Shopping
Largest (by floor area) mall in New Zealand with the usual mall things
117 locals recommend
Westfield Albany
219 Don McKinnon DrLargest (by floor area) mall in New Zealand with the usual mall things
Sightseeing
Sky Tower
Victoria Street WestEntertainment & Activities
Event Cinemas Albany
219 Don McKinnon DrHuge seats and huger screens
Join the crowds to watch our national sport and source of much pride, Rugby.
24 locals recommend
QBE Stadium
Stadium DriveJoin the crowds to watch our national sport and source of much pride, Rugby.