Things to do in Hawke's Bay

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A sandy beach with gentle waves, a clear blue sky, and distant mountains.
A historic building with a clock tower, a theater, and a Starbucks.
A harbor with boats, a lighthouse, and houses on a hillside.
A calm lake with clear blue water, surrounded by green hills and a few scattered trees.
A mural of a whale on a building wall.

Hawke's Bay Attractions

Explore the sights of Hawke's Bay with some unique tours & day trips, or try out our list of {41 fun activities in Hawke's Bay fun activities in Hawke's Bay}. We have free cancellation and no added fees, so you can relax and put your energy into planning the perfect vacation.

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Scenic Te Mata Peak Tour by Supertrike

Scenic Te Mata Peak Tour by Supertrike

$131
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Scenic Te Mata Peak Tour by Supertrike
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust

Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust

$20
per adult
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Napier - Art Deco Capital

Napier E-bike Hire

$62
per adult
Napier E-bike Hire
Shore Excursion: Napier/ Hawke's Bay & Premium Wineries tour

Shore Excursion: Napier/ Hawke's Bay & Premium Wineries tour

$95
per adult
Shore Excursion: Napier/ Hawke's Bay & Premium Wineries tour
Wine Tour Group

Napier: Afternoon Wine Tasting + visit Silky Oaks Chocolates

$112
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Napier: Afternoon Wine Tasting + visit Silky Oaks Chocolates
4 Wineries Premium Napier/Hawke's Bay tasting tour 5.5h

4 Wineries Premium Napier/Hawke's Bay tasting tour 5.5h

$113
per adult
4 Wineries Premium Napier/Hawke's Bay tasting tour 5.5h
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust

Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust

$20
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
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Deco Napier, Te Mata Peak, Garden Walk and Wine Tasting Tour

Deco Napier, Te Mata Peak, Garden Walk and Wine Tasting Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 88 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $84 per adult
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Craggy Range Deluxe Wine Tour - Private Option

Craggy Range Deluxe Wine Tour - Private Option

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $478 per adult*
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Coast to Country Winery Cycle Tour

Coast to Country Winery Cycle Tour

Activity duration is 6 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $57 per adult
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Recommended things to do in Hawke's Bay

Number of things to do
41
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Napier: National Aquarium of New Zealand General Admission: $17
Top 5 things to do
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Marine Parade

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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.
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Popular day trips from Hawke's Bay

A historic building with a clock tower, a theater, and a Starbucks.

Napier

A lone tree on a grassy hill with a clear sky.

Hastings

A fountain with a unique sculpture, surrounded by trees and a parking area.

Havelock North

A vineyard with rows of grapevines and white flowers in the foreground, with a coastal landscape and cliffs in the background.

Haumoana

A colorful building with a mural of a woman in a dress, labeled "NAPIER" and "CLIVE SQUARE BUS TERMINUS".

Clive

A coastal highway with a beach, a river, and a bridge.

Tuki Tuki

A coastal road with a white fence, grassy hills, and a view of the ocean.

Ocean Beach

A large tree by a body of water.

Eskdale

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