What to do in Hawke's Bay

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Hawke's Bay Attractions

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Places of interest in Hawke's Bay

Hawke's Bay is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Hawke's Bay, and make it a breeze to explore Hawke's Bay and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Hawke's Bay to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Hawke's Bay attractions

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Recommended things to do in Hawke's Bay

Number of things to do	24
Things to do from	£13
Cheapest thing to do	Napier Earthquake Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top 5 things to do	Napier Afternoon Wine, & Gin Tasting (Thurs thru to Saturdays ) Deco Napier, Te Mata Peak, Wine & Cheese tasting Napier Gourmet Luncheon Wine & Gin Taste( Thurs thru Sat) Cape Coast Wineries Self-Guided Scenic Bike Tour from Napier Scenic Te Mata Peak Tour by Supertrike
Half-day tours	Deco Napier, Te Mata Peak, Wine & Cheese tasting Scenic Te Mata Peak Tour by Supertrike Cape Kidnappers: Gannet Colony Exclusive Sunrise Tour Cape Kidnappers Gannet Colony Private Tour Napier: Cape Kidnappers Gannet, Nature & Sightseeing Tour
With kids	Napier Afternoon Wine, & Gin Tasting (Thurs thru to Saturdays ) Deco Napier, Te Mata Peak, Wine & Cheese tasting Napier Gourmet Luncheon Wine & Gin Taste( Thurs thru Sat) Cape Coast Wineries Self-Guided Scenic Bike Tour from Napier Scenic Te Mata Peak Tour by Supertrike

Popular places to visit

Marine Parade

4.5/5(27 reviews)

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.

Mission Estate Winery

5/5(11 reviews)

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

Napier Beach

4/5(27 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Napier Beach during your travels in Awatoto?

National Aquarium of New Zealand

4/5(6 reviews)

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

Church Road Winery

4.5/5(7 reviews)

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.

Craggy Range

5/5(4 reviews)

Set in the shadow of colossal Te Mata Peak, this vineyard brings together a quality fine wine experience and exceptional scenery.

Cape Kidnappers

3.5/5(7 reviews)

Come within a few feet of one of the planet’s largest mainland gannet colonies. The seabirds nest here on this breathtaking peninsula.

Napier Prison

3.5/5(3 reviews)

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.

Mahia Beach

5/5(3 reviews)

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Mahia Beach, a popular beach in Mahia.

Explore areas of Hawke's Bay

Ahuriri

While visiting Ahuriri, you might make a stop by sights like National Tobacco Company Building and The Urban Winery.

Napier South

If you're spending some time in Napier South, McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Pania of the Reef showing a statue or sculpture and art

Bluff Hill

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

Westshore

4/5(2 area reviews)

The beaches, spas and seafood restaurants are just a few things travellers enjoy about Westshore. If you want to experience more of the area, check out Ahuriri Estuary or Pandora Pond.

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.