Photo: Mission Bay

Flanked by park and walkways directly above the sand, Mission Bay is a popular spot to relax in the sun. Views across the Waitemata Harbour are stunning. In view here is the Volcanic cone, North Head on Auckland's North Shore. Several islands are also visible in the panorama.

Grab and icecream and wander the sands, sit on a park bench and enjoy a bit of people watching or go up market and dine in one of the many superb restaurants that line the main street here.