The skies were blue and the water still in the harbour, with just a little mist left around the edges. I had not explored Northcote Point before (it would have been a fine vantage point for the previous night’s fireworks display).

Quick facts about this walk
Walk time: | approx. 1 hour and 10 mins |
Distance: | about 5.85 kms |
Highlights: | Auckland City views, Waitemata Harbour views, Harbour bridge foundations. See if you can spot Mt Eden, Mt Victoria and the Chelsea Sugar Refinery. |
Track: | A mix of level paths and steep paths/steps. |
Difficulty: | Suitable for users of average fitness and mobility. |
Facilities: | Children's Playground |
FREE Map: | Download your FREE map of this walk |

The Hobbiton Movie Set Day Tour - From Auckland
We had not prepared a route – it was a discovery walk and we were well rewarded. Views of Auckland City. Dwarfed by the pylons of the Auckland Harbour Bridge. A new-found path along the motorway. And an interesting mix of old and new residential homes. Plus children’s playgrounds as a reward for children. All made for a fun walk.
Clarence Rd Eatery is a local favourite in Northcote Point along this walk. Next to the iconic Bridgeway Theatre, and with ample parking. They offer Allpress coffee, hand-made breakfast, brunch and lunch menus 7 days a week, and bistro-style dining Wednesday to Sunday evenings.