5 Must-Do's in Napier

Visit a winery cellar door

Napier is home to a number of leading New Zealand wineries and cellar doors, including the country's oldest - Mission Estate, first established in 1851. Just next door, Church Road Winery has been on the same Taradale site since 1897. A little further out in Bayview is Crab Farm - a firm favourite with locals, while Brookfields Winery in Meeanee makes for a pleasant afternoon experience..

Shopping in the CBD

Napier's thriving CBD is a delightful mix of local boutiques and national retailers. Whether it's something for yourself or the house, a gift for someone special, or perhaps an Art Deco outfit for the city's annual festival, you're spoiled for choices. And when you need to refuel, you've got an incredible array of cafes, restaurants and artisans at the ready, serving up delicious bites and refreshments.

Take an Art Deco walking tour

Napier's Art Deco influence throughout the city’s architecture is unmistakable. Delve into the fascinating history of Napier’s pre and post-earthquake buildings with a walking tour. You’ll hear the story from an Art Deco Trust expert as they guide you through Napier’s CBD, introducing the Art Deco style and the characters that helped rebuild Napier’s ruins to what you see now.

Cycle the Hawke's Bay Trails

Hire yourself a bike from the helpful teams at Tākaro Trails in Ahuriri or Napier City Bike Hire in the CBD, and start exploring the Hawke's Bay Trails. Whether it's just a lazy ride around the city, or venturing further afield on one of the established rides, it's a great way to take in many of Napier's best bits at your own pace.

Explore Marine Parade

This 3km stretch of iconic seafront connects Napier with the Pacific Ocean, and has developed into a mecca for family-friendly activities and a focal point for many city events and celebrations.

Marine Parade landmarks to experience include a bike pump track, the National Aquarium of New Zealand, a junior bike track, an expansive playground, BaySkate skate park, multiple gardens, Par2 Mini Golf, Napier iSite Visitor Centre, Pania of the Reef statue, an ocean viewing platform, the Ocean Spa complex, MTG (Museum Theatre Gallery) Hawke's Bay, and a tasty array of bars, cafes, restaurants, and ice-cream shops. A seaside path running the length of Marine Parade (and extending further north and south) is also popular among runners, walkers and cyclists. A must-do on any Hawke's Bay itinerary.

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