This walk is certainly diverse! The Onehunga Railway station is a great spot to arrive in Onehunga at the southern end of the mall.
Quick facts about this walk
| Walk time: | approx. 90 minutes |
| Distance: | about 7.5 kms |
| Parking: | Princes Street Onehunga |
| Buses: | Onehunga (Municipal Place) |
| Track: | A mix of level paths, steps and slightly inclined paths. Suitable for users of average fitness and mobility. |
| Difficulty: | May require boots in wet weather, running shoes suitable in dry weather. |
| Highlights: | Historic cottages, Views of One Tree Hill and Mangere Mountain, Historic Homestead and parkland |
| Facilities: | Children's Playground, Cafe |
| FREE Map: | Download your FREE map of this walk |
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From here you can either amble slowly and enjoy the curious collection of shops, seek out some of Onehunga’s landmarks or just push on up the hill.
Once you reach Monte Cecilia Park you can enjoy the magnificent old trees and the views across to One Tree Hill and Mangere Mountain, before heading down to Onehunga Bay Reserve. Or you can linger longer and walk around Pah Homestead and view the art collection at the TSB Bank Wallace Arts Centre.
This walk takes in 3 children’s playgrounds and numerous cafes.
** Catch the train to Onehunga and consider making this into a day outing by taking the time to discover the places of interest along the way. Onehunga Heritage Walks. Dressmart Outlet Shopping offers a large range of products. Sunday indoor markets **
Recommended cafe: Columbus Coffee
