First-Timer’s Guide to Napier: Art Deco Heritage, Sun-Drenched Vines & Coastal Kai
Explore Napier (Ahuriri) with our insider guide: 1930s Art Deco architecture, Hawke's Bay wineries, Mister D doughnuts, and coastal cycling.
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Classic New Zealand Wine Trail: Wellington to Napier Route via Martinborough & Hawke’s Bay
Savour the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail from Wellington to Napier. Complete road trip guide across Martinborough Pinot Noir, Wairarapa heritage, and Hawke's Bay Syrah.
Napier Nightlife Guide: 7 Best Art Deco Cocktail Lounges, Wine Bars & Seaside Taps
From Art Deco speakeasies and hidden laneway wine dens to seaside gin decks in Ahuriri, here is our insider guide to Napier after dark.
Rainy Day in Napier: 6 Best Art Deco Heritage Halls, Aquariums & Cellar Doors
When Pacific squalls roll over Hawke's Bay, discover Napier's finest indoor treasures. From the 1931 Earthquake exhibitions at MTG and ocean tunnels at the National Aquarium to underground winery cellars and vintage car tours.
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Napier with Kids: 7 Best Marine Parade Parks, Aquariums & Waterparks
The ultimate parents' guide to Napier and Hawke's Bay with kids. From touching starfish at the National Aquarium and skating at Bay Skate to Splash Planet water slides and Faraday science museum.
3 Days in Napier & Hawke’s Bay: The Ultimate 72-Hour Art Deco & Wine Itinerary
The perfect 3-day Napier and Hawke’s Bay itinerary. Maximise your 72 hours with our hour-by-hour route covering Art Deco architecture, world-class Syrah wineries, and Te Mata Peak.
Where to Eat in Napier & Hawke’s Bay: Vineyard Dining, Syringe Doughnuts & Seafood
Taste Hawke's Bay's food and wine paradise: injected brioche doughnuts at Mister D, historic winery cellar doors, Ahuriri port seafood, and craft taprooms.
7 Best Hikes & Scenic Walks in Napier & Hawke’s Bay: Limestone Peaks & Coastal Bluffs
Discover Napier & Hawke's Bay's best hikes and scenic walks: Te Mata Peak limestone crests, giant redwoods, Cape Kidnappers gannet colony, and Bluff Hill lookouts.
Napier on a Budget: Free Art Deco Walks, Te Mata Panoramas & Hawke’s Bay Hacks
Discover Napier and Hawke's Bay on a shoestring: free Art Deco architecture strolls, Te Mata Peak limestone crests, budget wine tastings, and coastal cycling.
Where to Stay in Napier & Hawke’s Bay: Best Art Deco Areas & Winery Lodges
Discover the best places to stay in Hawke's Bay: Art Deco hotels on Marine Parade, waterfront boutique stays in Ahuriri, and luxury vineyard cottages.