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Napier showing a bay or harbor
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Hawke's Bay Attractions

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1. Mission Estate Winery

Explore the old cellar at Mission Estate Winery for the chance to learn the secrets behind producing award-winning wines. Enjoy fabulous views while dining on sumptuous meat and seafood at one of the oldest wineries in the country.
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Mission Estate Winery

2. National Aquarium of New Zealand

Admire huge sharks as well as stingrays and octopuses at the National Aquarium of New Zealand. See piranhas gliding around and interact with adorable penguins and kiwi birds.
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National Aquarium of New Zealand showing marine life

3. Church Road Winery

With a fascinating wine museum and guided tours, Church Road Winery is a great place to learn about the history and art of winemaking. Discover artefacts dating back 3,000 years and examine walls studded with glimmering tartrate crystals. Find out how some of the finest wine in New Zealand is made and enjoy a meal of organic meat and fish in the winery’s restaurant.
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Church Road Winery

4. Cape Kidnappers

Cape Kidnappers is a dramatic outcrop of jagged sandstone jutting out into the ocean. Hike along a trail with spectacular rock formations and crystal-clear pools to reach the gannet colony. Enjoy a picnic with a magnificent view or play a round at the world-renowned golf course on the headland.
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Cape Kidnappers showing rocky coastline

5. Te Mata Peak

Enjoy sweeping views across mountain ranges and the Tukituki River from Te Mata Peak.
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Te Mata Peak which includes mountains

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Napier South

While visiting Napier South, you might make a stop by sights like McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand.

Napier South
National Tobacco Company Building

Ahuriri

If you're spending some time in Ahuriri, National Tobacco Company Building and The Urban Winery are top sights worth seeing.

Ahuriri
Church Road Winery

Taradale

You'll enjoy the wineries and churches in Taradale. You might want to make time for a stop at Church Road Winery or Pettigrew Green Arena.

Taradale
This cycle/walk way  is VERY near the tidal waterways - or in this case, under it. 

Nice area to walk near the airport, with quite a few birds to be seen.

Westshore

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Beaches, spas, and seafood restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Westshore. Make a stop by Westshore Beach while you're exploring.

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Marewa

While Marewa might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand.

Marewa
Pania of the Reef featuring a statue or sculpture and art

Bluff Hill

While visiting Bluff Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Napier Prison and Pania of the Reef.

Bluff Hill

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Hawke's Bay on a sunny day?
What should I not miss in Hawke's Bay?
Don't head home without ticking off the following list of fantastic sights:

  • Napier Beach
  • Cape Kidnappers
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand
  • National Tobacco Company Building

Are there cheap things to do in Hawke's Bay?
What can you do in Hawke's Bay for free?
You'll hardly have time to fetch your wallet out of your pocket with so many fantastic free things to do:

  • Napier Beach
  • Cape Kidnappers
  • Bluff Hill Domain Lookout
  • Mahia Beach