About Napier and Hawke’s Bay
Napier
Napier Population: 58,100
Napier is a thriving seaside town, home to the Port of Napier and known worldwide as the Art Deco City, where more than 20,000 people a year opt to take a guided walk through its streets.
Supported by a
Mediterranean climate this popular year-round destination boasts a vibrant cafe culture. For the
shopper there are high street and boutique stores to browse in, as well as antique shops, art galleries, and studios of potters, wood turners and craftsman.
Napier was rebuilt in the early 1930s, following an earthquake which measured 7.8 on the Richter scale. The new buildings reflected the styles of the times - Stripped Classical, Spanish Mission, and Art Deco – as well as incorporating some unique Maori motifs. Tours are conducted rain or shine every day (except Christmas Day) and no bookings are necessary.
Art Deco aficionados also opt to visit in February during the annual festival weekend, or in July for the Deco Decanted weekend celebration. For more information, visit
ww.artdeconapier.com.
Marine Parade is one of
Napier’s most picturesque highlights, with many
attractions such as the National Aquarium of New Zealand, Hawke’s Bay Museum and Art Gallery, Ocean Spa Complex, Par 2 Mini Golf, The Napier Sound Shell, Pania of the Reef statue, Tom Parker fountain and the Millennium Arch, to name a few.
A Napier landmark is Bluff Hill, which is home for many Napier residents and provides views of the town beaches of Perfume Point and Westshore, past the newly upgraded airport and out towards Whirinaki. Bluff Hill also overlooks the Port of Napier, one of New Zealand’s busiest ports and a stopping point for many cruise liners.
After a long day taking in the sights, revitalize yourself with some great
dining, sampling some of Hawkes Bay’s award winning wines and fresh produce from one of the many restaurants, cafe and winery menus.
Hawke’s Bay
Hawkes Bay is where you will find
Long hot summers and mild sunny winters which make Hawke's Bay the perfect year round holiday destination. Whether it's a romantic break, family fun in the sun, action and adrenalin, or a backpack adventure, you'll find it in Hawkes Bay.
Ranging from Mahia in the North through to Porangahau in the South, the region boasts more than 70 vineyards, fabulous fresh produce and gourmet delights.
Visitors can satisfy their appetites at food and wine markets, award-winning restaurants and vineyards, or quench their cultural thirst at museums, art galleries, home studios or workshops.
Hawke's Bay also offers a diverse range of
events to tie in with your visit throughout the year ranging from food and wine festivals, premier equestrian competitions, agriculture shows and open-air concerts.
