Pandora Travel Guide
Napier
Popular places to visit
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.
Napier Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Napier Beach during your travels in Awatoto?
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.
Mission Estate Winery
Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.
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.
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.
Things to do
Deco Napier, Te Mata Peak, Garden Walk and Wine Tasting Tour
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Top hotels in Pandora
Beach Front Motel Napier
Breakfast was not included.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Expressotel
Excellent option close to centre of town. Comfortable room and bed. Nice restaurant in the hotel.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Wish we had stayed longer
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
The Nautilus Napier
Clean/ close to everything
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
We had a great room with excellent views The hotel was very convenient for our trips, walking to the Centre We really appreciated the lift!
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Quest Napier Serviced Apartment
The hotel is situated in a great position, right next to a small pretty park, the shops and eateries and minutes from the beautiful sea front. Clean spacious room, easy laundry facilities and good wi-fi. Quest kindly stored my luggage for me on my check out day which was much appreciated. My check ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pandora
Hospital Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Hospital Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like War Memorial Conference Center and McLean Park.
Westshore
Beaches, spas and seafood restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Westshore. Make a stop by Westshore Beach while you're exploring.
Ahuriri
While visiting Ahuriri, you might make a stop by sights like National Tobacco Company Building and The Urban Winery.
Onekawa
While Onekawa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Onekawa Aquatic Centre and McLean Park.
Marewa
Marewa might not have many top sights, but McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Napier South
If you're spending some time in Napier South, McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.
