Things to Do in Napier

Embark on a wildlife encounter to the world's largest mainland gannet colony perched above majestic cliffs. Be within feet of these magical birds.

Explore Art Deco Napier and surrounding areas in the comfort of our classic Black London Taxi Limo. Seating capacity is up to Five passengers. Four is recommended. Complete with Red carpet to make you feel a bit like royalty. We offer a standard 2.5 Hour Tour of Napier and surrounding countryside. We are able customise this private tour to your liking by adding points of interest, Wineries, or Food destinations and Scenic drives with great views. Tour time can be flexible to suit your availability and needs. Extra stops for visits, tastings and photos can be arranged. We also offer Limo services for any occasion and Shuttle services to or from your accommodation, restaurant, winery and Airport Transfers. Food, Drinks and Tasting fees are not included but we can customise an "All Inclusive" tour for you

Explore the best of Napier, Hastings and Havelock North on a guided tour with no more than 5 people for an intimate experience of the region. Discover the highlights Napier has to offer.

This tour caters for everyone. Beer drinkers, Cider drinkers, Gin drinkers and Wine drinkers.. (Tea and coffee drinkers). Wow, a tour that has something for everyone... All our stops are hand selected to give you the best selection and overview we think possible within the time allowed.

Enjoy a gourmet luncheon and wine tasting at Mission Estate Restaurant. Visit a local distillery in Napier for a gin tasting and end your tour with wine, cheese, and biscuits at the Askerne Estate.

See Napier - The Art Deco Capital of the World - from a completely new angle in 30 minutes including Airport Transfers. You'll cruise over the cruise ship, along marine parade and see all of Napier with the best views - guaranteed - still leaving you time to explore on foot. The airport is just 10 minutes drive from the Napier iSite and you’ll be chauffeured there in style. Our fleet of classic cars is provided by our partners Unique Rentals. Arriving back at the airport you’ll be chauffeured back to the Napier iSite, ensuring that you make the absolute most every moment of your time in Napier. Don’t limit yourself to just one experience when you can see all of Napier from the sky, and still have time to explore the Art Deco capital at your leisure.

Discover the scenic highlights of Art-Deco Napier on a sightseeing tour. Admire the orchards, vineyards, and views from Te Mata Peak before tasting the cheese and wine of the region.

Experience two unique wineries, a Maori cultural site and stunning sightseeing up Te Mata Peak. Beginning on the coast, you will gain an appreciation for Maori knowledge (Matauranga Maori) at the Atea a rangi Celestial Compass. From there, you'll enjoy a wine-tasting and cheese platter at Clearview Winery (with a short tour if the winery is available). We'll journey through the magnificent Tukituki Valley and then up to the top of Te Mata Peak. All the while learning about the unique culture, geology, botany and history of the region. Finally, you'll finish with another tasting at the family-owned boutique Askerne Winery before returning to Napier City. All the while you will be guided by local experts in a fully electric vehicle with zero emissions. Please note: This tour requires a minimum of 2 participants. If the minimum is not met, you will be offered a rescheduled date or a full refund. The tour is delivered in English - Other languages are available by special request.

Discover two wineries and a gin distillery on an afternoon wine and gin tasting tour in Napier. Pair your tastings with a cheeseboard of New Zealand cheeses and take home a souvenir glass.

* Experience the best of what this region has to offer Art Deco, it's geography and history of resilience. * This is a small group tour maximum 5 people which makes a very personal experience. * Expert Guides: Our guides are multilingual, the success of your tour it's in the hands of the person who delivers your experience. • Personalized Service: We also take the time to understand your preferences, creating personalized and bespoke tours tailored to your interests, travel style, and activity level. • Sustainable Tourism: We are committed to promoting sustainable and responsible tourism practices, preserving the natural and cultural heritage of our beautiful region.

Embark on a wine tasting tour in Hawke’s Bay and savor the flavors of award-winning wines. Learn about the rich history and craftsmanship behind each bottle whilst enjoying also a cheese platter.

The 6-hour tour overviews the region, highlighting art deco, orchids, vineyards, sheep farming, cattle farming, deer farming, and so much more. Spectacular rural drive and views. The history of the area, including the 1931 earthquake, is illustrated with the aid of a photo book.  You will start your day learning what art deco actually is, so you know what to look out for in terms of the unique art deco found here in Napier and Hastings cities. You will visit a lovely "off-track" scenic lookout that looks out over the city of Napier, Hawkes Bay, Cape Kidnappers, and Te Mata Peak. Next, it is off through the area you have just seen along the coast, a hidden valley, and to Te Mata Peak. You will then also visit the largest honey producer in the Southern Hemisphere. You will have time for a short lunch at a cafe in the Hastings area, then back to Napier for a wine tasting before finishing back in Napier by driving through a lovingly kept art deco housing suburb. 

Enjoy a coastal cycle ride with stunning views of Te Kauwae-a-Māui - Cape Kidnappers and follow Tukituki River to experience local wine and cuisine at some of the best Hawke's Bay vineyards.

This is a compact well thought out tour, offering you an exceptionally good tour of the local highlights including wine tasting. A must do tour for every visitor. You will have a fantastic understanding of what "Art Deco' actually is. You will see the "off the track" locations and learn why Napier was build in Art Deco, why Napier is the Art Deco Capital of the World.

Explore Napier on a self-guided scenic bike or e-bike ride to some of the region's favorite wineries. Follow the Tuki Tuki River trails and the stunning Cape Kidnappers coastline.

*All cruise tours depart from the National Aquarium - please see note below* This scenic tour will depart Napier, following the coastline before heading inland to follow the beautiful Tukituki River with stunning views across the valley and the Havelock North hills to Te Mata Peak. You will then cross the river, heading past Craggy Range winery and into Havelock North before starting the exhilarating climb, almost 400m, to the top of the Peak with spectacular, 360-degree panoramic views of Hawkes Bay and on a clear day as far as the volcanic Ruapehu! Climbing a mountain on a V8 trike can be an experience to remember, great for celebrating birthdays or that special occasion. We spend approximately 20 mins at the Peak before heading back down through the orchards and vineyards. Napier does not have a cruise passenger terminal so all passengers a required to hop on the free shuttles into the city, the second stop is the National Aquarium which is where our cruise tours depart from.

Take yourself on a cycling adventure around the port village of Ahuriri to Napier city & beyond - total of 28km. See Art Deco, ride the coastal path, & visit two of the best wineries in Taradale.

Sit back and relax on your wine tour in a fully restored 1970 Retro Kombi Van with your fun and informed guide Craig! Craig loves to share the beauty of Hawkes Bay and the variety of vineyards and wine on offer.

Are you ready for ZigZag’s Epic 90-Day Camping Tour? It’s the ultimate Kiwi bucket list adventure, and incidentally, the longest commercial road trip available in New Zealand!

Join our small Wine Tour group to explore a variety of Hawkes Bay Wines lasting all afternoon - approx. 5+ hours Visit very different Wineries plus an Ale House or Brewery Taste at a Boutique Wineries set around the Hawkes Bay. Taste wines from the world famous Gimblett Gravels. Learn about the region, how, why, and what Wines are produced in what is regarded as the “Premium Wine Region in New Zealand”. We aim to taste at the oldest Winery in New Zealand. Here you will learn about the history dating back from the 1830’s in Lyon France Finally finish at an Ale House or Brewery You will finish the tour with a small souvenir, and a souvenir Wine glass (if you taste at the Mission Estate). All tastings, admissions and all drinks advertised are included in the tour price. Free door to door service within Napier on the day. Larger groups please enquire.

Get yourself well and truly ‘kiwified’ on this 6-week odyssey that zigzags coast to coast, from South-North & East-West - the perfect way to explore New Zealand’s spectacular North Island in depth.

Our most popular tour! Enjoy a full-day, self-guided biking tour (choose e-bikes or standard bikes) to some of the regions finest wineries to enjoy wine tasting galore. We take you (and your bike) at 10am out to Havelock North to the starting point of your journey at Black Barn Vineyard. This trail cycles past 6-7 award-winning wineries along a 16km stretch of easy and scenic cycle pathways. Meet our van at the last winery at the stunning Cape Kidnappers for a 4pm transfer back to the start. A truly memorable experience enjoying the best wineries of Hawke's Bay on a bike!

For a perfect day in Napier get one of our bikes and discover more! Explore beautiful Hawke’s Bay on E-bike - we offer super comfy step-thru E-bikes - easy to ride with a great battery range so you can ride whole day. Hawke's Bay cycle trails are famous for easy scenic cycling, connecting many award winning wineries and other hospitality venues. There is so much to see - beautiful coastline and wetlands, Māori heritage sites, abundant vineyards and orchards, historic Ahuriri village, Art Deco architecture and more. Enjoy with safety, this tour provides helmet, lock, map, pannier bag and mechanical assistance for a hassle free cycling. Departing from our store at your leisure, our friendly team will ensure you are fitted to the right bike for your needs and will provide you with maps and information on where to ride. Start your Hawke’s Bay adventure with Napier City Bike Hire & Tours.

We are unique in that we offer this beautiful trip into our back yard with history from guides with over 30 years experience on the river and stories from maori elders going back 33 generations (or so). All trips get clients back onto the cruiseships well before departure.

Join our small tour group. Visit 4 Internationally recognised Wineries. tastings, admissions and any drinks advertised are included. Tour is door to door service.

Join this wonderful tour to enjoy tastings at two different wineries and the chef's gourmet platter with a glass of wine at Mission Estate Winery. Gin Tasting at the national Distillery makes a great addition to a wine tour. * Spend time absorbing the history of the 170 year old Estate. *Select your own wine to accompany the gourmet platter. Wine taste at a small family owned and operated Estate. Enjoy cheeses and biscuits provided by tour tour guide. Learn about grape growing from a retired grape grower Disclaimer. Occasionally the itinerary may deviate from that posted due to no fault of the tour provider who accepts no liability for such change

This tour caters for everyone. Beer drinkers, Cider drinkers and Wine drinkers.. (Tea and coffee drinkers). Wow, a tour that has something for everyone... All Wineries are hand selected to give you the best selection and overview of our wineries that we think possible within the time allowed.

We are the only Kombi in Napier doing tours. The 1970 Kombi is fully restored, exclusive to 6 guests only making your tour a very personal experience. Craig loves taking out visitors and showing off the gorgeous Napier, Hawkes Bay!

A half-day wine tour will take you on a journey through gorgeous countryside and into the most famous wine growing regions of Hawke's Bay. • Visit 4 internationally recognised wineries & enjoy a cheeseboard • Door to door service (within the Napier, Hastings and Havelock North area) • Plain English explanations from your friendly tour guide Prinsy's tours are generally kept to small numbers - up to 11 seats - to give your tour the personal touch. Larger group enquiries are welcome by arrangement. Why do our guests say their Prinsy's tour exceeded their expectations? • We combine intimate local knowledge with genuine hospitality to ensure you have a great day out. • We are passionate about the sustainability of our region and aim to leave only footprints on our environment. • 2017 & 2018 Winners Hawke's Bay Tourism Visitor Experience Award | Qualmark Silver rating We invite you to see for yourself!

We will take you on a tour with fun and laughter whilst showing you a large area of our region. we cover over 100 km in our minivan to show you the highlights of the region. This tour can be done in 3 hours but also can take a little longer depending on the time the traveler has. We provide a driver guide and they give a comprehensive dialogue along the way. With the sightseeing done first and tasting experiences after, this tour provides ampul opportunities for photos and purchasing of local products during our stops.

Join our small Wine Tour group to explore a huge variety of Hawkes Bay Wines lasting all afternoon. Visit 4 different Wineries. From "Boutique" to larger wineries. You will learn about the region, how, why, and what Wines are produced in what is regarded as the “Premium Wine Region in New Zealand”. The region also carries the title as being one of the "Top 12 Wine growing regions in the World" - Yes, the world. On the day, we hope to visit 2 historic Wineries. You will have the opportunity walk around a Vineyard for a photo opportunity. Just ask as we drive through the vines. You will learn the Winemaking process from the Vine to the Bottle, Visit the oldest Winery in New Zealand. Here you will learn about their history dating back to the 1830’s in Lyon, France. You will finish the tour with a small souvenir, All tastings, admissions, advertised drinks, are included in the tour price. Tour is door to door within Napier on the day.

Join this wine tour for an afternoon of relaxing and good wine and gin * Visit NZ's oldest winery The Mission, taste and tour No gin tasting Mondays and Tuesdays * Seated wine tasting at Askerne * Complimentary wine cheese and biscuits. Visit the National Tobacco building Napier's most iconic Art Nouveau . * Tour duration 4hrs to 5hrs. * Pick up and drop off from your accommodation. * A surcharge of may apply for Hastings and Havelock North pick ups Disclaimer. Occasionally the itinerary may deviate from that posted due to no fault of the tour provide who accepts no liability for such change.

Discover the fascinating story of Napier’s heritage on this easy walking tour. Check in for the walk, watch a 20- minute film about the earthquake then take an hours walk around the city centre to see the Art Deco architecture.

Go further, see more, explore beautiful Hawke’s Bay by bike! You will have a great range of our pathway bikes available for you to explore some or all of 200km of flat, off-road cycle trails or the quiet country roads. You will have one of the brilliant bikes for a day, a lot of time for you to explore the wonderful Napier area. Enjoy with safety, this tour provides helmet, lock, map, handlebar bag and mechanical backup.

The most complete Art Deco tour of Napier, this guided walk begins at the Art Deco Centre with an audio visual introduction from your local guide. Your tour will take you through the Art Deco precinct and viewing building exteriors.

This 4.0 hour shore excursion covers everything the region is famous for; Napier's Art Deco and Hawkes Bay Wines! You will visit a famous Winery and an Ale House or brewery then discover why Napier is the Art Deco Capital of the World. This is an all inclusive tour.. includes entrance fees, all tastings and three glasses of beer or Cider. Tour size is by the van of just 11 passengers, larger numbers can be assisted also if required. This tour is operated by a 20 year "local veteran" of Napier tours. A tour to remember for a very long time. Enquire now, seats are strictly limited and only available as pre-booked. NO sales on the day.

Experience Hawke's Bay on this scenic 28km (17 mile) cycle ride. The route follows beautiful coastal bike trail. Visit Atea A Rangi Star Compass and enjoy wildlife in the estuary wetlands. The trail turns inland along Tukituki River valley vineyards. You can visit up to 4 wineries. Enjoy local cuisine, wine tasting or a glass of wine before our shuttle comes to take you back to Napier. This is a self-guided bike ride, you'll be provided map with directions and highlights. The route is 28km (17 mile) long and almost all cycle trail. Hospitality venues: Askerne Wines- open Mon-Sun Craggy Range - open Mon-Sun (requires 5km detour, booking essential) Te Mata Estate - open Mon-Sun Black Barn - open Mon-Sun Return shuttle departs Black Barn at 4pm. Booking wine tasting and lunch is recommended, especially on weekends.

An excursion that explores Napier's art deco architecture and rich history. Included is a visit to one historic winery (whichever is available on the day) and an Ale House for tastings.

This 2.5-hour Napier History overview and Art Deco Tour will allow you to take in all the main Art Deco components this unique City has to offer. On this tour you will learn about Napier's history including the huge earthquake of 1931 and enjoy driving through many of the Art Deco areas including local suburbs, such as Ahuriri the home of the National Tobacco Building and Marewa where you will drive through a very lovingly kept and dozens of original 1930's Art Deco homes. As New Zealand's oldest Winery calls Napier home, you will also visit the Mission Estate and learn the fascinating history surrounding this Winery. This is a one of a kind tour designed for the short stay traveller..

This 2.5-hour Napier Art Deco Tour will allow you to take in all the main Art Deco components this unique City has to offer. On this tour you will learn about Napier's history including the huge earthquake of 1931 and enjoy driving through many of the Art Deco areas including local suburbs, such as Ahuriri the home of the National Tobacco Building and Marewa where you will drive through a very lovingly kept and dozens of original 1930's Art Deco homes. This is a one of a kind tour.

Looking for an exciting shore excursion in Napier? Look no more! Join this tour for exciting activities and sites such as Napier Art Deco highlights, , and the exclusive wine tasting venue in a vineyard, and Napier's Bluff Hill lookout overlooking your cruise ship from above. Stop at Te Mata Peak for breath taking views across the Plains and beyond A visit to your owner/guides property to view his colorful garden and spectacular views of the Bay and hills beyond. Don’t miss out on this wonderfully relaxing guided shore excursion.

Explore Hawke’s Bay by bike – a fun, easy cycle ride to visit Hawke’s Bay leading wineries and choose a wine tasting or grab a bite to eat, before heading back to Takaro base in Ahuriri. We will shuttle you to and from the Napier I-site to our base (4km distance). Shuttle times to be determined depending on your ships arrival time - our van will be waiting approx. one hour after disembarkment. (Note: not all wineries are open everyday, please note winery opening days in information below) Your route is an easy self guided cycling route (from 20km/12 miles approx. 2 hours cycling but up to 40km/24 miles if you want!) along a dedicated cycle pathway beside the Pacific Ocean to trails through farmland and estuary where you will cycle through a birdlife sanctuary. Visit some of our world renowned wineries along the way (Crab Farm, Mission Estate, Church Road, Urban Winery), all within 7-13km away. NOTE you must book the wineries yourself, they will always be busy on cruise days!

This informative and historical self-guided audio tour of the Napier Earthquake will take you on a journey to the past to see the areas that were devastated by the 1931 earthquake in Hawke's Bay and how they have recovered. Perfectly suited for discovery on foot, our self-guided audio tour allows you to set the pace and explore at your leisure as you uncover the stories of this exciting city. To discover this wonderful city in your own time and at your own pace just download this self-guided audio tour, pop in your headphones, open the map that comes with your download and start walking. The tour will take approximately two hours, but you can pause the audio guide when needed. Grab a bite to eat or do some shopping along the way. Please note that this tour is only available in English.

Deco City Discoverer Napier Tour treats you to the Best Views and highlights of Napier City and surrounding areas traveling along the coast through the countryside and around the Art Deco Capital of the World.  Three stops along the way to explore the Celestial Star Compass, Silky Oak Chocolate Company, and the National Tobacco building (photo stop) Our Art Deco bus is very unique, large windows to see all the great views, spacious & comfortable interior and a rear viewing deck for that extra good photo or to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine. Our experienced drivers are locals full of interesting information and stories about our beautiful home Napier City

Enjoy a fantastic sightseeing tour of this very unique part of New Zealand. Showcasing the very best the Region has to offer. Drive through river valleys, stopping close to the top of the highest drive-able lookout in the region. Drive through Sheep, Cattle and Deer farming areas. See Orchards, Vineyards, Market Gardens, stopping frequently for photographs as you travel. Enjoy honey tasting, including the world famous Manuka Honey. Finally learn the history of Napier and discover Napier's Art Deco delights. This is a small-group tour limited to just 22 travelers for personal service. This tour is operated by a 19 year local veteran of Napier tours. A tour to remember for a very long time. Enquire now, seats are strictly limited and only available as pre-booked. NO sales on the day.

Join a small group tour (max 22 on the day) and discover Art Deco both Napier and Hastings Cities in detail and discover the greater Hawkes Bay region. Take the free Shuttle from the ship upon arrival to Napier, to join fellow pre-booked passengers for this memorable 4 hour Napier Shore Excursion. You will learn what Art Deco is and discover in detail, the Art Deco suburbs in the "Art Deco Capital of the World", while learning about the huge Earthquake that shaped this City. Napier is world famous as the “Art Deco Capital of the World”. You will discover much of the very popular Art Deco in and around this fantastic City and Suburbs including Hastings City. Opportunities to walk amongst these magnificent period buildings, often referred to as looking like a "Movie set". Many photo stops on the day, enjoy fantastic vistas across the Hawkes Bay from Te Mata Peak. Seats are strictly limited and only available as pre-booked. NO sales on the day. A tour to remember for a very long time.

Open 7 days a week from 9am - 5pm, self guide your way through a range of exhibits from Mountains to sea. You will see introduced species, native tuna (eels), our brown kiwi and tuatara of Aotearoa before finishing under the sea, our largest exhibit. Experience the wonders of the ocean as you witness the stingrays gliding through the water and the grace and beauty of the sea life. Feeding times 10am and 2pm daily.

This shore excursion highlights the best of Hawke's Bay and Napier, considered the Art Deco Capital of the world! Discover this areas unique history including its early settlement, the 1931 Napier Earthquake, and the rebuild efforts that transformed the city to what it is today. Travel through the beautiful rural pastures outside the city, make a stop close to the top of Te Mata Peak with incredible sightings, and explore the unique architecture of Hastings and Napier.

Take a scenic drive through the countryside to visit Maraetotara Falls, where you can enjoy a peaceful walk and views of the waterfall. Next, head to the Arataki Honey Visitors Centre, the largest beekeeping business in the Southern Hemisphere, to sample Manuka Honey and learn about honey production. Continue to the famous Te Mata Peak for the panoramic views over the Hawkes Bay. Explore the Hooters Showroom, showcasing vintage and classic cars, followed by at a stop at Ahuriri Village, a historic fishing village known for its charming atmosphere and the National Tobacco Building, an iconic Art Deco structure perfect for photos.

Start your day with leisurely walking tour along Marine Parade, Napiers scenic waterfront. Along the way, you will pass notable landmarks such as the famous Pania of the Reef statue and the iconic Soundshell and Veronica Sunbay. For an optional adventure, take a hike up to the bluff Hill Lookout, offering panoramic views of Napier and the Pacific Ocean. Next, explore Napiers Art Deco Quarter, renowned for its intricate architecture, geometric shapes, and vibrant colors. Learn about the 1931 earthquake that shaped the city is design as you visit iconic buildings like the T&G Building, Daily Telegraph Building, and the Napier Municipal Theatre. End your tour with a visit to the National Aquarium of New Zealand where you will get to see saltwater, freshwater, and land animal exhibits from around the world and of course Aoteoroa.