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Suburb in Auckland, New Zealand
Photo: Sandy Austin, CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Takapuna is a beachside suburb on the North Shore of Auckland in New Zealand. It is the business, shopping and entertainment centre of North Shore.
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Sandy beach 1 km long with great views of Rangitoto Island volcano. The Takapuna CBD is at its northern end.
A fort built between 1886 and 1889.
North Shore's main performing arts and convention centre.
The lake fills a volcanic crater and used to be the main water supply for the North Shore region. It is possible to walk around most of the lake. Some of the shore is private property and detours are needed. The lake is popular for watersports.
A theatre and art gallery in a converted water supply pumphouse built in 1906.
Along the coast taking you past Takapuna’s ‘Golden Mile’.
Takeaway Chinese food. Large servings. Only a few tables to eat in, which is not recommended.
One-minute walk from Takapuna Beach. Offers a Qualmark 4-star 32-room motel accommodation just a short stroll to Takapuna's shops, restaurants, cafes and nightspots.
From central Auckland drive north on the motorway across the harbour bridge. Take the Northcote off-ramp. Turn right, cross the motorway and follow the signs.
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Auckland · International · AKL
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