05 Slow down in a bayside village

If San Francisco has Sausalito, Auckland has Devonport, a tranquil seaside suburb of relaxed cafés, designer boutiques and galleries showcasing works by local artists. Stroll to the top of Mount Victoria (about 20 minutes from the ferry wharf) to take in the cityscape. Then wander down to classic haunt Corellis Cafe (corelliscafe.co.nz), sit at one of the vintage Singer sewing-machine tables and enjoy a hearty chicken pot pie with leek and bacon.