Devonport’s Village and Volcanic Peaks: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Discover Devonport on a guided walking tour through one of Auckland’s oldest seaside suburbs.
Starting at the historic Devonport Ferry Terminal, this 60–75 minute, 3km journey explores volcanic cones like Mount Victoria (Takarunga), Māori heritage, and Victorian architecture.
Highlights include the Michael King Writers Centre, The Vic cinema, Holy Trinity Church, and Devonport Library—near the site of New Zealand women’s first votes in 1893. Walk past heritage sites like Old Albert tree, naval relics, and the Devonport Yacht Club, and learn about the town’s role in the nuclear-free movement.
This tour blends history, culture, and panoramic harbour views in a charming, village setting.
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Devonport’s Village and Volcanic Peaks A Self Guided Audio Tour
What's included in Devonport’s Village and Volcanic Peaks: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Pass by this local landmark, installed in 1928, it was a tribute to James Alison, a prominent local businessman and mayor of Devonport
Colloquially known as the 'Untidy Soldier', walk by this historic statue, embraced as a fitting tribute to the authentic spirit of New Zealand's servicemen.
The Vic DevonportPass-by Only
Pass by this beloved landmark, opened in 1912, the oldest purpose-built cinema in the Southern Hemisphere still in operation
Inclusions
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
- Smartphone and headphones
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Food and drink
- Transportation
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- The tour starts inside the ferry terminal - if you have come from Auckland City on the ferry, head inside to get started. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
End Points
- The tour ends at the Devonport Beach viewpoint.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
VOICEMAP CODE ─── Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour. This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code. DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS ─── Once you've received your code, please follow these steps: Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app Create an account Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes Enter your code then select Download Now PLEASE NOTE ─── You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point. This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next. When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point. Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour. SUPPORT ─── For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]
