Devonport New Zealand – Auckland's Quaint Seaside Village
Take a self guided audio walking tour of Auckland's quaint seaside village of Devonport.You can be in Devonport with a 10 minute ferry ride across sparkling Waitemata Harbour from downtown Auckland. Devonport is close to Auckland but a world apart.Devonport's cafes, extinct volcanoes, swimming beaches and parks are the backdrop while you discover the history and the unique New Zealand colonial architecture.Settled by Europeans in the 1840's Devonport retains a village atmosphere and makes for a relaxed morning or afternoon walk and is ideal for an easy stroll while exploring the boutiques with a stop at a café along the way.Discover stories of Maori and European history in Devonport and meet some of the intriguing characters of this historic village as your tour guide brings the sights to life. You can stop at what interests you and spend as along or as short a time as you want at each stop. Explore the craft shops of the village or the tunnels and fortifications of North Head; hear the story behind New Zealand's first official hanging and how Ponsonby Yacht Club was gifted a valuable yachting trophy by Lord Lipton.The views of Auckland's Waitemata Harbour and Rangitoto Island from North Head or Mt Victoria are spectacular and ideal for a fantastic photograph for your album.Talk'N Tours self-guided audio walking tour is suitable for your MP3 player or Ipod and includes: architecture, parks, shopping, churches, pubs, beaches and history while our expert guide shares with you the real insider stories of Devonport.Great to visit, your experience of Devonport will be that much richer with your personal audio tour guide!
Starting Point: Auckland Ferry Terminal or Devonport Ferry Terminal Tour Duration: 2 ½ hrs or longer depending on how long you spend at each stop. When to go: 7 days a week during daylight hours. Number of Stops: 20 Degree of difficulty: Low, steep slopes on optional excursion up Mt Victoria or Nth Head. Cost: AUD $12.00
