Top rated places in Waitākere Ranges

Experience the best that Waitākere Ranges has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. Ratings are based from 170 places in the city.

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ExperienceKart
Tour operator
👍👍 My husband and I recently embarked on the Waitomo Glowworm & Ruakuri Twin Cave Experience Tour, and it was nothing short of amazing. Our guide, Karthik, impressed us with his knowledge and friendly demeanor. Despite the long drive, the well-planned rest stops made the journey enjoyable. The glowworm...
5.00 (54 reviews)
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Biome Skin and Beauty
Beauty salon
👍👍 Literally LOVE Becks and her business!!!! The best therapist I’ve had. She takes care of you the second you arrive til you leave, my skin has improved so much since seeing her and I am just amazed by what she does!!!!! Her work is literally magic. Once you see Becks you won’t be able to leave!!! Bes...
5.00 (49 reviews)
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Little Beauty Titirangi
Beauty salon
👍👍 I recently got a lash lift from Kimberley and I’m so impressed. They look incredible! I have been to three other places and she has done the best job by far. Thank you Kimberley! Looking forward to coming back again soon 😊
5.00 (43 reviews)
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Lucky Gs West Auckland
Takeout restaurant
👍👍 Best Burger experience on my new zealand visit! The fries were also damn good, you definitely have to try them 🫠
4.90 (249 reviews)
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HeadStart Total Body
Hair salon
👍👍 Another great appointment. Always feel well looked after. Another great cut and colour ... lots of compliments after. Thanks Gina always love your company and the final results. Great environment, great team. Looking forward to next time 💕🌞💕 Suzanne
4.90 (130 reviews)
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Ploy Thai Health Massage
Thai massage therapist
👍👍 Best massage ever!!!!!cant find a real thai massage like this anywhere locally so worth a trip from Hamilton to Auckland! Have never experienced one this good and my partner and I have been almost everywhere searching for a great massage, have finally found the place!! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for a real...
4.90 (119 reviews)
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Donald Mclean Lookout
Scenic spot
👍👍 Steady and steep walk to the summit. The view is exquisite. Worth the 2 hours up and down. Not much info in the middle of the walk,.... but keep going!
4.90 (95 reviews)
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Sudan Hairdressing
Hairdresser
👍👍 10/10 recommend Sudan services! Was my first haircut and style appointment here and I am absolutely thrilled to find a warm and welcoming place. Laura was my stylist who was very attentive and gave me a gorgeous cut. She is a talented and experienced stylist who took great care during the service. I...
4.90 (80 reviews)
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Latte Tei Coffeeshop
Coffee shop
👍👍 Simple little place. The owners are just so nice! Coffee is hot, food is fresh. Best you can find in this area.
4.90 (76 reviews)
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Nihotupu falls and dam
Parking lot
👍👍 Very easy walk. Didn't even realize that it has been 80mins return already. It's so doable. The track has great views of falls and the dam. Refreshing sceneries.
4.90 (66 reviews)
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Thomas' Cup
Coffee shop
👍👍 Great coffee, great guy. Just love my experience every time I go to Thomas. Always has the best tunes playing and often bolting out a tune himself. My kids wish they could go there every day for his yummy hot chocolate with added marshmallowey treats. Thomas always has a welcoming smile and great at...
4.90 (62 reviews)
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Te Waha Point Lookout
Scenic spot
👍👍 Stunning. Can do a hike from along the beach, up through the rainforest, to this point. There are a few seats along get east. Or else there is another hike down. You get a stunning view across two beaches and then the ocean straight out in front of you. There is also a seat at the lookout where you...
4.90 (60 reviews)
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Coffix Glen Eden
Coffee shop
$ $$$
4.90 (31 reviews)
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Mercer Bay Loop Walk
Outdoor activities
Popular hiking area known for scenic views of a picturesque rugged coastline & shady areas.
4.80 (668 reviews)
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Piha Beach Lookout, Piha Road
Vista point
👍👍 Beautiful view of this wild West Coast beach.
4.80 (636 reviews)
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Piha Beach
Public beach
👍👍 Amazing black sand beach that is an experience of a life time. Felt very privileged to get to see it after the storm as only locals and people who have accommodation booked can actually visit at this time. (Many friendly police around asking to check bookings through out the day we were there) Was...
4.80 (576 reviews)
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Te Henga Walkway
Tourist attraction
Scenic, hilly walk & ocean overlook with sweeping views of a rocky coast & some steep areas.
4.80 (502 reviews)
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Sozo Coffee House
Coffee shop
👍👍 I’ve been on a mission to try as many cafes in West Auckland since moving here and this would have to be one of my all time favourites. The coffee is great each time, and to boot the general vibes are awesome. The staff are always chatty and happy in an authentic unforced way and the place is always...
$ $$$
4.80 (393 reviews)
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Kakamatua Inlet
Park
👍👍 Stunning beach with views out to the Manakau heads. Dog paradise! If you're not into dogs go to Cornwallis beach just around the corner.
4.80 (254 reviews)
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Tasman Lookout
Scenic spot
👍👍 A “must-do” little hike for the views up to Tasman Lookout when you visit Piha Beach. It’s only 20 minutes or less up the trail from the end of the parking lot on the South end of Piha Beach to the lookout. Beautiful views from there of the beaches, the ocean, the town of Piha and the surrounding mo...
4.80 (218 reviews)
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