Hawke's Bay Wine Country
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No Hawke's Baycation is complete without these

Must Do's

Whether you're here for one day, one week or perhaps even longer, you need to  tick off at least one of these non-negotiable Hawke's Bay experiences. 

Visit a winery cellar door

30+ to choose from - where will you start?

Eat & Drink

Easy-riding cycle trails

Scenic cycling options abound throughout the region

See & Do

Te Mata Peak

Scale the summit for panoramic views of Hawke's Bay

See & Do

Art Deco delights

Iconic architecture, vintage style, and all that jazz of the era

Arts & Culture

Take a hike (or short walk)

Discover our extensive network of short to multi-day walks

Walking & Hiking

Gannets galore

Visit the impressive colony at the tip of Cape Kidnappers

See & Do

Indulge in the region's bounty

Get your fill at the farm gate or farmers' market

Hawke's Bay

Recommended Itineraries

Here in New Zealand's Food and Wine Country, great recipes are in our DNA. From daytrips to multi-day journeys, these recipes for your Hawke's Bay holiday are sure to rise.

Get amongst the Great Outdoors

A journey through diverse landscapes offers both adrenaline-pumping and soft adventure activities.

Central Hawke's Bay: Country to Coast

The district is home to six stunning, scenic beaches. Sounds like heaven.

Twin Cities Urban Route

An urban culinary adventure to rival even the most bustling metropolis.

Unearth the secrets of Wairoa District

Your journey is not complete until you have uncovered the hidden gems of the northern Hawke's Bay.

The Artisans

Get up close and personal with some of the region's greatest producers.

The 48-hour Hawke's Baycation

Two full-to-the-brim days, bursting with Food and Wine Country goodness.

Cruise the road less travelled

State Highway 50 through Central Hawke's Bay is a spectacular driving route, made for savouring.

Icons of Hawke's Bay

The must-see, the must-experience, the must-discover highlights that every traveller tells you about.

24 hours in Food and Wine Country

All the must-do's when you've only got one night in Hawke's Bay

You're In Great Company Here

Hawke's Bay is Great Wine Capital of the world, sharing the status with destinations like Bordeaux, Napa Valley, Mendoza and South Australia.

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