What to do in Napier

Activities, attractions and tours
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Napier Attractions

You'll soon understand why people adore Napier. Whatever your interests or age, there are numerous activities and attractions to delve into. Lock in your flights, pack your suitcase and prepare to explore this happening metropolis.

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What to do in Napier

Free Things to Do in Napier

They say the best things in life are free. Be sure to explore the following around Napier:

MTG Hawke's Bay Museum - If you want to find out more about the area's buzzing arts and culture scene, make sure you stop by.

Tom Parker Fountain - If you enjoy delving into the days of old, this is one stop you ought not to miss.

Napier Soundshell - Spend some time here and find out the importance of this place to the locals.

Napier Beach - Keep your eyes peeled for exotic shells and other seaside gems peppered along the foreshore here.

Bluff Hill Domain Lookout - Let the rugged natural beauty soothe your soul.

Centennial Gardens - If you like digging around the garden, this place will delight your green thumb.

 

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Popular places to visit in Napier

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Marine Parade

After visiting Marine Parade, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Napier. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Marine Parade
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Mission Estate Winery

Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.

Mission Estate Winery
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National Aquarium of New Zealand

The tanks at this modern aquarium play host to all kinds of underwater life, from cute sea creatures to fearsome marine predators.

National Aquarium of New Zealand
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Church Road Winery

Delve into the history of winemaking and indulge in some fine local food and an assortment of delicious reds at this Hawke’s Bay winery.

Church Road Winery
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Bluff Hill Domain Lookout

As one of the best vantage points in Napier, this rocky viewpoint has commanding views of the turquoise waters of Hawke’s Bay and the Port of Napier.

Bluff Hill Domain Lookout
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Napier Prison

Enter spooky cells and hear terrifying tales about some of the nation’s most notorious criminals in one of the oldest prisons in New Zealand.

Napier Prison
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Pania of the Reef

Surrounded by tranquil gardens, this elegant life-size statue is symbolic of the city’s coastal location.

Pania of the Reef
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Faraday Centre

A grocery store, a communications section and a dental surgery from the early 1900s provide insights into the world as it existed before modern machinery.

Faraday Centre
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Ocean Spa

Enjoy an outing to Ocean Spa during your stay in Napier. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in the area.

Ocean Spa

Explore areas of Napier

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
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Hospital Hill

Hospital Hill might not have many top sights, but McLean Park and Ocean Spa are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hospital Hill
Napier featuring a lake or waterhole

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

Though Ahuriri might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ahuriri Estuary and Pandora Pond.

Ahuriri
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Westshore

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Beaches, spas, and seafood restaurants are some highlights of Westshore. You might stop by Ahuriri Estuary or Park Island Sports Complex while you're in the area.

Westshore
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout showing general coastal views and views as well as a small group of people

Bluff Hill

While visiting Bluff Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Ocean Spa and Napier Beach.

Bluff Hill
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