Timeline
07:45
Grab a coffee and a pastry at La Cloche. This café opens at 08:30 on weekends and late mornings on weekdays, making it the perfect quiet start to your day. Sit inside or on the small pavement if the weather is kind.
08:15
Walk up the hill to the Kaiwharawhara railway station ruins. It is a short, easy climb from the café. Explore the remaining structures of the station that once served the early suburb. The site is peaceful and offers a tangible link to the area's transport history.
09:00
Continue your walk to the Kaiwharawhara Magazine viewing spot. It is a brief stroll from the station ruins. This spot offers a distinct perspective of the local landscape and the railway heritage. Take a moment to look out over the area and reflect on the changes the suburb has undergone.
Local tip
The walk from La Cloche to the station is very short, but the hill can be steep. Wear comfortable shoes. The café is open from 08:30 on Saturdays and Sundays, and from 07:30 on weekdays, so you can adjust your start time if you prefer an earlier coffee.
Check before you go
- La Cloche is open Mo-Th 07:30-15:30; Fr 07:30-16:00; Sa,Su 08:30-16:00.
Worth knowing
- La Cloche is open at 07:45 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr
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