
Day trip · 6 hours
Matakana Art & Wine Village Private Tour
Discover Auckland’s picturesque countryside with a tour to Matakana, where art, winemaking, and gourmet delights blend seamlessly.
Sawmill Brewery Smoko Room is a brewery in Matakana, Auckland.
Editorially verified June 8, 2026 by Elliot Marsh, TableJourney editor. Source.

Day trip · 6 hours
Discover Auckland’s picturesque countryside with a tour to Matakana, where art, winemaking, and gourmet delights blend seamlessly.

Day trip · 6 hours
Discover the charm of Matakana on a private tour from Auckland. Enjoy wine tastings, a gourmet lunch, see some fabulous art and scenic views as you explore the region'...

Day trip · 6 hours
Escape the city and journey to the picturesque village of Matakana. Visit the famous Farmers' Market, relax at Omaha Beach, and enjoy a sweet treat at a local gelato shop.
Address: 1004 Leigh Road, Matakana, Auckland 0985
Behemoth Brewing's Mt Eden taproom at 10 Akiraho Street in Auckland is the brand's home base. Wide tap list, brewery viewing, casual food menu.
Holy Hop at 498 New North Road in Kingsland is one of Auckland's better-known beer gardens. Rotating taps, casual food, weekend afternoon trade.
Hallertau is Auckland's destination brewery, with a biergarten and wood-fired pizza kitchen at 1171 Coatesville Riverhead Highway, 30 minutes from the CBD.
Brothers Beer's Mount Eden taproom on Akiraho Street is the brand's Auckland mothership. Outdoor space, dog-friendly, Juke Joint BBQ in the same building.