Beaches in and near Auckland: What do you need to know?

nine local experts

Recent advice...Amy on Tucson, United States: xHousing is affordable and each area has good infrastructure (grocery stores, dentists, doctors, restaurants). Be prepared to enjoy the heat in the summer! Read more ›

Recent advice...Winnie on Nairobi, Kenya: xIt is the city under the sun. The only city with a national park in it. It is the fastest growing city in East Africa. The people are kind and… Read more ›

Recent advice...K on Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei: xThere’s no opportunity for a long-term job. Read more ›

Recent advice...Amean on Shillong, India: xIf you go to Khasi hills, you should go and visit the many waterfalls and beautiful rivers. You will be able to connect with nature in a whole new level.… Read more ›

Recent advice...Ratie on Krugersdorp, South Africa: xSmall town just outside Johannesburg. Not that fast paced but just ok for your daily living. The malls have everything you need but you might need to pop into Johannesburg… Read more ›

Recent advice...Deborah on Ilorin, Nigeria: xIlorin is a very quiet and wonderful city. It houses Palms mall and the ongoing Emirates mall project. If you are looking for an area with light, you should consider… Read more ›

Recent advice...Mel on Denver, United States: xIt’s expensive now but a great place to enjoy restaurants, culture, and nice weather close to the mountains. Read more ›

Recent advice...Austin on Melbourne, Australia: xIf you’re moving to Melbourne, check out all the museums and restaurants and markets but be careful when going to Frankston or Dandenong or the inner city at nighttime. Read more ›

Recent advice...Tosin on Ikorodu, Nigeria: xIf you are moving to Ikorodu, especially if it’s inside Ikorodu like Garage or Gberigbe, you have to be cautious and walk briskly. You don’t have to be smiling on… Read more ›

Recent advice...Kundan on Cotonou, Benin: xWonderful and expat friendly place for work-oriented visit. Read more ›

Recent advice...Rafael on Bangkok, Thailand: xBangkok is a very busy city with big problems like big traffic pollution but it is probably one of the cheapest places to live in Thailand if you know where… Read more ›

Recent advice...Cynthia on Richland Center, United States: xThe birthplace of Frank Lloyd Wright and GTE phone company. A great community to live a quiet and peaceful life. Within easy driving distance to excitement found in Madison, LaCrosse… Read more ›

Recent advice...Kenneth on Kansas City, United States: xIf you’re moving to KC you’ll enjoy the worlds best BBQ, world class theater, Super Bowl Champs, and a city filled with night life. Easy to navigate with so many… Read more ›

Recent advice...Eileen on Rochester, United States: xFriendly folks: Rochester, NY is ranked 2nd friendliest city in U.S. and 9th most liveable city in U.S. (2023). Festivals: the world’s largest Lilac collection is celebrated for two weeks… Read more ›

Recent advice...Albert on Accra, Ghana: xMy city is one of the fast growing cities in Africa, the city has various people from various tribes across the country speaking various languages with Twi being the dominant… Read more ›

Recent advice...Kew on Bangalore, India: xBe careful about the areas you stay at, there is an added concern of water shortage during summer, so account for that. Pick a place close to work or visit… Read more ›

Recent advice...Jason on Balsam, United States: xVery peaceful, nature, waterfalls, and friendly people. Read more ›

Recent advice...innocentia on Johannesburg, South Africa: xJohannesburg is a city in South Africa. It is very beautiful and has a lot of places to visit, from museums to botanical gardens, zoos, and cultural food shops. The… Read more ›

Recent advice...Hector on San Carlos City, Philippines: xLiving in San Carlos City, Pangasinan, Philippines is great because it is generally peaceful but the cost of living now is a bit high due to expensive electricity and prices… Read more ›

Recent advice...Lizette on Kimberley, South Africa: xIf you move to Kimberley you should know that the city has water shortages, there is almost never running water for residential use and the roads are horrible. Read more ›

Recent advice...Adebimpe on Ikirun, Nigeria: xIkirun is a very peaceful town with relatively available basic amenities. It has a booming economy all thanks to civil servants and businessmen. Read more ›

Recent advice...Cynthia on Biloxi, United States: xGreat place if you want to live in the 1960’s without the fun hippie part. Lots of old people, casinos, fried food and proud Southerners. Strong sense of family. Read more ›

Recent advice...Dave on Cork, Ireland: xIt’s expensive. Nice people but bad weather. Read more ›

Recent advice...Seeley on Edmonton, Canada: xEdmonton is beautiful in the summer with plenty of parks, pathways and festivals. There are lots of restaurants and the summers are warm, dry and the days are very long… Read more ›

Recent advice...Favour on Enugu, Nigeria: xEnugu is a serene state to live in. House pricing has gone up in the past few years but still fairly priced. If you want to fully experience the city… Read more ›

Recent advice...Yamkela on Bizana, South Africa: xBeautiful nature. Corrupt municipality and no service delivery. Read more ›

Recent advice...Adewale on Port Harcourt, Nigeria: xIf you are moving to my city Port Harcourt, you need to consider power stability because the stability of power is poorly distributed in some areas. There are nice places… Read more ›

Recent advice...Kipmurkor on Nairobi, Kenya: xMoving to Nairobi means immersing yourself in a vibrant city with the unique advantage of having Nairobi National Park at its doorstep, offering incredible wildlife experiences just a short drive… Read more ›

Recent advice...GAUDENCIA on Nairobi, Kenya: xNairobi, the capital city of Kenya, is a vibrant metropolis pulsating with energy and culture. Its bustling streets are filled with a rich tapestry of people from diverse backgrounds, languages,… Read more ›

Recent advice...Jesus on Bongabon, Philippines: xExploring Bongabon, Nueva Ecija: A Journey into Nature’s Paradise As I embark on a new chapter of life, the lush landscapes and hidden gems of Bongabon, Nueva Ecija beckon with… Read more ›

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From bikinis to beachballs to boardwalks, here's what nine local experts had to say about beaches in and near Auckland.

Many beaches, great coffee and wine — but high housing costs.

HELPFUL REPORT

Auckland is a vibrant city that is full of life. Aside from the congested motorways, it is pretty much the perfect place. Only a short drive to magnificent beaches and a quick flight to some of New Zealand’s most beautiful mountain ranges, there is no better place.

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Auckland is beautiful, balanced between an ocean (the Pacific) and a sea (the Tasman). It is quite spread out geographically, for the size of its population, so you may decide to buy a car, after you’ve been here a while – the public transport service isn’t great. Housing costs in Auckland are some of the most expensive in the New Zealand, so be prepared to pay a huge deposit to rent a flat or an apartment.

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Auckland is a beautiful city, surrounded by beaches. It is however, rather expensive to live here. Most days you will need both a sun hat and an umbrella! It is the home of the ‘flat white’ coffee, and you’ll certainly have your pick of the best here. Certainly the best thing about Auckland is the diversity of beaches, from wild black sands in the west to soft white in the east.

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Auckland, the City of Sails, is the hub of culture and commerce in New Zealand. With diverse communities sprawled across the city, with cosmopolitan centres dotted throughout, it is the perfect city to raise a family in the suburbs, grow in your career in the city, or retire near the local beaches.

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Auckland is great place if you love the outdoors. It boasts a large number of activities to keep you entertained on a summer’s day ranging from extreme sports to quiet walks. One of my favorite things to do is to take a stroll along the beach while indulging in a New Zealand made ice-cream.

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Living in the central city can be very expensive, however, living in the suburbs is much more affordable. The commute from the suburbs into the central city will often take a lot longer than expected. There are beaches all throughout the city, but the best beaches are at least an hour’s drive out of town. The weather in Auckland can be very unpredictable, it is best to always pack a jacket or an umbrella.

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Auckland is small but has more people living there than any other city in New Zealand, even more than the capital of Wellington. There is also a lot of traffic in Auckland because the city is built around one of the narrowest parts of the country. Some of the beaches around the Auckland coast are lovely, and there are many beautiful views across Auckland Harbour.

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Auckland is a beautiful city, with kind and welcoming people. There are beautiful beaches and reserves all over the city. Living here is a bit expensive, like many other big cities in the world however, the work life balance makes up for it. The weather generally, is quite nice but it does rain a lot.

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