Mr. Munro and I like to explore our city, and yesterday we did a boat trip from Z Pier in central Auckland, up the Upper Waitemata harbor to the historic pub at Riverhead.The Riverhead was established in 1857 and holds New Zealand’s second oldest liquor licence. Incidentally, we visited the oldest one—the Duke of Marlborough in Russell, Bay of Islands—a couple of weeks ago.
This is me, sitting on the top deck of the Red Boat and waiting to leave on our adventure. Central Auckland and the Sky Tower are in the background.
Our boat traveled under the harbor bridge. Two New Zealand flags were flying on the bridge yesterday. The flags change often and honor different countries. For example on the US Independence Day the US flag will fly along with the New Zealand one.
We traveled in the footsteps of our ancestors who used ferries and boats on the upper harbor as a means of transport to head north. Lots of gorgeous properties lined the harbor and this is one of them. A big lawn to mow!
This is the Red boat. It tied up at the jetty and we climbed up lots of steps to get to the pub. The view was gorgeous from the terrace and lots of people were dining in the restaurant. Mr. Munro and I chose some bar snacks, beer and wine and spent time in the public bar. The people watching was awesome.
Although children and families are welcome, the management like the children to remain under close parental supervision. They had these cute signs everywhere relating to children, and the one below is my favorite.
We had a fun day, although we were tired out when we arrived home. I can’t wait for our next local adventure, whatever that might be.
What is your favorite way to spend a lazy Sunday?
I’ve seen those kind of signs floating around the internet. That’s pretty funny. Loved the pictures oh and I love your hair.
Thanks, Mary. I’ve grown it a bit longer over winter.
I’ve seen that sign about unattended children before, but it’s more fun when thinking about a place with an old liquor license. Wish I could people watch with you.
It was interesting since the mix of patrons was very different from our local pubs and restaurants. People watching is always fun :)
Love seeing your photos… haha the sign for unattended kids is great.
You and the hubby always take such fun excursions. I like that sign too:)
Sounds like a fun day trip. Love the shot and lore about the bridge.