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Things to do: beaches

Things to do: beaches 19 Dec 2024

6 stunning Auckland beaches to visit this summer

These beaches offer some of the best swimming spots in Auckland, so check them out when you need to cool off this summer.

Beaches 5 Dec 2024

Safeswim helps you make the most of Auckland’s beaches

Summer is finally here, and Auckland Council is reminding Aucklanders to decide with Safeswim, when planning to hit the region’s beaches and freshwater swimming spots.

Beaches 1 Dec 2024

Best Auckland beaches to explore this summer

We’ve picked some of our favourite beaches to visit while the weather is warm.

Summer 24 Jan 2024

Best beaches for swimming at all tides

You might think that hitting the beach is best at high tide, but with 1800km of coastline – 69 percent of the Auckland region is sea!

Beaches 22 Jan 2024

Swim, paddle and splash your way

Whether indoors or outdoors, Auckland's swimmers, paddlers and splashers are blessed with options.

14-24 year olds 1 Jan 2024

Explore the Manukau Harbour's beaches

Everone heads for the beach in summer - and almost always to the east coach. That means the Manukau Harbour is seldom crowded despite offering superb swimming.

Summer 24 Jan 2023

Best spots for stand-up paddle boarding in Auckland

With sheltered and sandy beaches, calm waters and easy access, Auckland’s shores are a paradise for stand-up paddle boarding enthusiasts. Here’s our pick of five of the best locations in the region.

Summer 16 Jan 2023

Three of the best east coast beaches in Auckland

Auckland's east coast is home to some of the best beaches in the region.