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Chelsea Estate Heritage Park

Tourist attraction Park Nature preserve

One of the Most Reviewed Parks in Kaipātiki


Address

Colonial Road, Birkenhead, Auckland 0626, New Zealand

Website

www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Contact

+64 9 301 0101

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (506 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: park (10) walk (9) beach (7) views (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Kristin “Krissy” O. 5 years ago on Google
    Lovely place to walk. Really enjoy the loop walk. Don't forget to like my review if you find it useful. :-)
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 jim c. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this place, you could see lots of different mushrooms in winter.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 China 8 months ago on Google • 40 reviews
    Great when it's not muddy! We bring our dog at the dog park and there's always dogs whenever it's not raining. Great place for dogs to socialize, got a sweet view of the city too 😁
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 PP C. 6 years ago on Google • 231 reviews
    About 15~20mins walk one way, from the car parking place right down to the beach. Narrow footpath with lots of steps towards the downhill side. Roads are not paved so watch out if you're going there after raining day, might be a bit slippery. The beach itself is quiet and feeling somehow remote. Not the typical NZ beach that will give you the "WOW" factor. People are jogging here sometimes and some dog owner's didn't take care of their puppy's poo.......
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Raghav A. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a very nice and unique park with a heritage area in it. The entry is via colonial road or rawene road. Dogs are allowed in this park. There is a decently maintained walkway which takes one around the chelsea bay and through the sugar factory parking. One can stop in the cafe in the sugar factory for a quick bite. The views of the Auckland city skyline are awesome and even better on a good day. Highly recommended for an hours walk and some time to be spent in the park grounds.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kym Maree H. 1 month ago on Google • 729 reviews New
    Beautiful spot for a walk. Have tours of suger factory also

  • 5/5 Mia C. 10 months ago on Google
    The walk takes around 1-1.5 hours, you will get to see great view of the auckland city centre from distance and a nice private beach on the way. Highly recommanded the walk for someone that not athletic lol
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sally S. 1 year ago on Google • 7 reviews
    Beautiful setting with stunning views across the harbour to Auckland city. A variety of easy walks are offered through the park, and we were lucky enough to catch a mini tour through the Sugar Factory (only $10pp) which was very interesting!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 R C. 5 years ago on Google • 48 reviews
    Not a bad spot however access can be quite narrow. If u r coming from the onehungta road way then highly suggest to go towards signs for beach/Kendalls bay. It goes downwards so a significant number of steps involved. Do not go the swamp track it is not the best, not flat and not paved at all, has bad inclines that r not suitable for every person. Kendall's bay is rather small though so not worth it if u r looking for a scenic view. What I did was take the signs for beach downwards towards Kendall's bay then decided to take the swamp track on my return however like I mentioned above the last half of the track is terrible. However from Kendall's bay towards the swamp track there is a Westland lookout which is not bad either however it is very steep as is only step paved halfway therefore not suitable for children elderly or if you have low fitness levels. No toilets. Dogs allowed.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ali A. 2 years ago on Google
    It’s a great place to spend your free time in the kids love walking and playing around
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tony Y. 4 years ago on Google
    Such a hidden gem. Not crowded. Beautiful. What else could you want
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jacqueline L. 2 years ago on Google
    Peaceful and easy walking track, some uphill but overall manageable
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jeff O. 11 months ago on Google • 183 reviews
    On the coast by Chelsea sugar refinery. Car park but can be busy on weekends, pleasant views of the harbour and coast, cafe on site with playground, walkways around the park.

  • 5/5 Paulie M. 5 months ago on Google • 147 reviews
    Loves it! Best kept secret!

  • 5/5 Sandy A. 2 months ago on Google • 136 reviews New
    Good food here. Will be back as I enjoyed the mains. Had the red velvet cake, that was very good!

  • 5/5 niharika s. 5 years ago on Google • 19 reviews
    One of the hidden gems in Birkenhead- A blissful soul searching walk via Rawena Road - quick to get to the Chelsea Sugar Company!! Beautiful views of harbour , the bridge and sky tower !! Mind the downhill but is well equipped with a rail to hold onto - lush green grass and beautiful trees The bird songs were just fantastic:) Safety Tip: keep off the road while crossing the Sugar company car park

  • 5/5 Emma M. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely park, fantastic cafe too.

  • 5/5 TROPICAL PAINTERS D. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place for a walk or to take your dog

  • 5/5 Justin V. 1 year ago on Google
    Lots of forest walks, lots of hills connected to Kendall bay tracks. Dog playground as well. You can't beat the views from many spots around this park

  • 3/5 Leo P. 5 years ago on Google
    First time visiting this place today. There is some construction currently and the bridge to the sculpture was closed so we couldn't get close to it.the pond is nice but a little smelly but Nice views of the harbour bridge and downtown area though.

  • 4/5 Michael B. 11 months ago on Google
    Great for off leash dog exercise and socialize. Good bush walks and heritage site.

  • 5/5 Nicki R. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely quiet beach and the paths are usually very quiet and peaceful.

  • 5/5 Petra H. 3 months ago on Google • 7 reviews New
    We attended a work function in Nelson and 5 of our staff stayed at Chelsea Park. Everyone was extremely impressed with the super friendly service pre arrival and at time of checking and throughout the stay. The rooms very very tidy and clean and the beds very comfortable . We could not fault you and everyone has declared they would stay there again .


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Activities
    • ✓️ Hiking
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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