Windsor Reserve
📍 Devonport, Auckland
Windsor Reserve sits on Devonport's waterfront with a tree-shaded playground for toddlers through older children, beach and pier access, a shoreside walk, and Devonport's main street of cafés, galleries, and jewellery shops directly adjacent.
Excellent little reserve to take the kids for a day out. While not listed exclusively, the playground here is very nice for both bigger and smaller children, it is mostly under the coverage of trees so accompanying adults have a place to relax while kids play. There is also a library across the road and plenty to drink and eat in Devonport town. For more info see @tanwangphoto on insta.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Turns a playground visit into a half-day outing without extra cost. Ferry arrival from the city is part of the fun, dense shade keeps parents comfortable as kids play, and the main street provides easy café options. The WWII cannon at the summit is a genuine piece of history older children find compelling.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Tan Wang
5 years ago
“Excellent little reserve to take the kids for a day out. While not listed exclusively, the playground here is very nice for both bigger and smaller children, it is mostly under the coverage of trees so accompanying adults have a place to relax while kids play. There is also a library across the road and plenty to drink and eat in Devonport town. For more info see @tanwangphoto on insta.”
Aym Wade
4 weeks ago
“Magic spot in the heart of Auckland city. A pier, a beach, shorewalk, shade under ancient old trees and lots of eateries. Great library across the road. Plus the stroll through the mainstreet is just lovely. Little galleries, jewelery shops, little surprises everywhere. My favorite part of Auckland.”
Nasiah Haider
3 years ago
“Good place for childen to play in park and for adults to enjoy the beach. Beside that in devenport any one got tickets to get a ferry ride to city, and near by is lands for work, for school or for enjoyment at cheap rates.”
Francis Suan
11 months ago
“The hike wasn't too tough. The views from the top are amazing, totally worth it. They even have an old WWII cannon up there. It's a really cool piece of history. Definitely check it out if you're in the area.”
Reviews from Google
Overview
Windsor Reserve on Victoria Road combines a well-shaded playground with beach access, a pier, and a paved shorewalk beneath ancient trees. The library sits across the road. Devonport's main street — with cafés, galleries, and independent shops — is a two-minute walk, and the ferry terminal provides direct access from Auckland city. A hike up to the WWII cannon offers panoramic harbour views. Change rooms and pram access are available on site, and entry is free.
