Devonport Food & History Walking Tour: Taste and Explore
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Is Devonport Food & History Walking Tour: Taste and Explore worth booking?
Devonport Food & History Walking Tour: Taste and Explore is a 3.5-hour experience in Auckland, New Zealand, from $230 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 13 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 49 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (13)
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- From
- $230 per person
Explore the delightful seaside town of Devonport, where history and culinary delights intertwine. This guided walking tour takes you through charming streets while savoring iconic New Zealand dishes, including fresh mus
What you get
About this experience
Explore the delightful seaside town of Devonport, where history and culinary delights intertwine. This guided walking tour takes you through charming streets while savoring iconic New Zealand dishes, including fresh mussel pots, classic fish and chips, and the renowned Steak and Cheese Pie. Along the way, uncover Devonport’s captivating maritime and colonial stories, all while enjoying a relaxing stroll by the waterfront. Ideal for tourists, locals, and food enthusiasts, this tour offers a unique blend of culture and cuisine that will surprise and delight anyone who joins. - Savor local favorites like mussel pots and Steak and Cheese Pie and others - Discover Devonport’s rich maritime and colonial heritage - Enjoy a leisurely walk along the picturesque waterfront - Perfect for food lovers and history buffs of all ages
What's included
Included
- Desert
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Walking tour
- Knowledgeable tour guide who will tell you hidden story of Auckland
- Meals
Not included
- Food allergies must be advised in advance
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Alcoholic beverages
- Ferry fees
What you'll see and do
Ferry Building
We will meet at this point and go to Devonport We will show the landmark of Auckland and tell you hidden stroies of Auckland Harbour
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Devonport
Certainly! Devonport is a charming seaside suburb located on Auckland’s North Shore, known for its rich history, stunning coastal views, and vibrant local culture. Historical Significance Devonport is one of Auckland’s earliest settled areas, with a deep Māori and maritime history. The volcanic cones in the area—Takarunga (Mt Victoria), Takapuna, and Takararo—were once fortified Māori pā (villages), providing fertile land for growing crops and access to abundant seafood. We will enjoy the meals and deserts at this place with enjoying the vibe of Auckland
180 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Auckland
Our guide will send you meeting details a day before the tour.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Our guide will send you meeting details a day before the tour.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- ko, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Epic Tour
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 13 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
13 verified traveler reviews for Devonport Food & History Walking Tour: Taste and Explore. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wonderful half day trip to historic Devonport!
Michael met us right on time at the pickup point. He accompanied us all through the tour on the short ferry ride to Devonport and up to Mount Victoria. The food stops were excellent consisting of steamed mussels, local fish and chips, and finally gelato! Michael is a very pleasant young man and made the tour very enjoyable. Would highly recommend this tour to Devonport!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your great review and thank you for choosing Epic tour
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We would recommend this tour. We enjoyed it!
Great afternoon! Sean picked us up our hotel, drove us down to the marina and across the bridge into Devonport while sharing the history of the area and the unique bridge construction and expansion. Once in Devonport we visited a heritage restaurant where sean ordered a lamb dish and a mussels and oyster dish for us that was delicious. Lovely service and the setting out on the patio was peaceful. Then off we went to pick up fish and chips and a savory pie o& ou4 choosing ( we choose a streak and Guinness and a mince and cheese) and drove up to North Head for a lovely picnic. With a beautiful view of the harbour. Then Sean lead us on a tour of munition tunnels and shared the history of this strategic defensive location. Interesting and worth our visit. Then back off into town where we had an ice- cream at another heritage building, their local cinema. After which Sean took as to the ferry terminal where we said good bye. We chose to independently explore the little shops along Main Street before taking the short 10 minute scenic ferry ride back into Auckland. We paid $7.50 pp for the ferry ticket back. We would recommend this tour.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your great review and thank you for choosing Epic tour
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A bit of a disappointment…
We were looking forward to our Devonport Food Tour. We met our guide, Michael, stepped onto to the ferry to make our way to Devonport. Michael gave a brief introduction to Auckland & Devonport. We walked to Signal Hill restaurant, a lovely old building renovated into a restaurant. We were served mussels & shoulder of lamb. Not being a seafood eater I settled on a plate of lamb, no salad, no sides, just meat. We finished our food, up from the table, straight into an old run-down fish ‘n chip shop next door. We were given a paper package with chips & fish to share. The fish was somewhat tasteless coated in a soggy, pale batter. The chips were ok. There were little plastic tubs of sauces (3 I think), one of group asked for more sauce & we were shocked when the owner said we would have to pay for it! Good grief, the tubs were tiny! We walked to see the Auckland city skyline atop a dormant volcano crater, then back down the hill to a gelato shop for “dessert”. Michael said his goodbyes here & left us to make our way back to Auckland. I felt that Michael was somewhat knowledgeable about Auckland & Devonport but lacked the confidence, interaction & communication skills needed to be a tour guide. I think that for the price we paid, we should have received a better ‘foodie experience’.
Response from the operator: Thank you for leaving a review. As mentioned in our product description on Viator, this tour includes mussel dishes and fish and chips. Everyone who went with you also enjoyed themselves and left reviews saying the food was delicious. Wrapping fish and chips in newspaper is a traditional New Zealand fish and chips culter. It’s more than just a meal here; it’s a ritual, a memory, and a cultural cornerstone wrapped in butcher paper. Originally served in newspaper, the dish quickly became a staple—especially on Friday evenings, thanks to Catholic traditions that encouraged fish consumption. Our Tour title is Devonport Food & History walking tour. We wanted to show our guest about our history and serve in traditional ways. We feel sorry if you expected different way of serving. and about the sauces. We pay for the sauces every Fish and Chips shops in NZ. Please we hope you understand this situation. Also we are try to serve big portion of foods. Not like finger food size portion on other foodie experience. We aim to provide our customers with ample portions of food and stories about the NZ and Deveonport. We will try more hard to make all travelers saticfy our service. THank you for your review.
via Viator
Devonport Food Tour
Make sure you come hungry because you will be eating a lot of delicious food! Michale was our tour guide, very nice young man and very informative and was able to answer everyone’s questions that were asked. Excellent tour and excellent food!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your great review. We really want to make our tourist having wonderful foods and make everyone full. We hope we made a great day to you. Thank you for choosing Epic tour.
via Viator
So much more than just a food tour!
Sean was professional, entertaining, and attentive. Don’t miss the lamb and mussels at Signal Hill!!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your great review and thank you for choosing Epic tour
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 49
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Devonport Food & History Walking Tour: Taste and Explore: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Auckland.
How much does Devonport Food & History Walking Tour: Taste and Explore cost?
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Prices start at $230 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Auckland usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Devonport Food & History Walking Tour: Taste and Explore take?
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Plan for about 3.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Auckland is not rushed.
Is Devonport Food & History Walking Tour: Taste and Explore worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 13 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Auckland, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Devonport Food & History Walking Tour: Taste and Explore?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Devonport Food & History Walking Tour: Taste and Explore suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Devonport Food & History Walking Tour: Taste and Explore?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Auckland can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Auckland and add a light layer if any part of the 3.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Devonport Food & History Walking Tour: Taste and Explore start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Auckland within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Auckland?
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On Outty we rank every Auckland experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch, Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour with Cheeky Kiwi Travel, Hobbiton & Waitomo Glowworm Caves Tour with Lunch from Auckland. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Auckland?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Auckland?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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