10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Napier That You Shouldn't Miss

November 5, 2021 Joeann Galban

If you like Art Deco architecture, you must visit Napier. The town was completely destroyed by an earthquake in 1931, then completely rebuilt in gorgeous Art Deco style. A number of local wineries also offer tours and tastings.
Restaurants in Napier

1. Brookfields Vineyards

Brookfields Road, Meeanee, Taradale, Napier 4183 New Zealand +64 6-834 4615 [email protected] http://www.brookfieldsvineyards.co.nz
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5.0 based on 83 reviews

Brookfields Vineyards

Reviewed By 829melvinl - Napier, New Zealand

Sharon is a great host, this is the absolutely best wine tasting experience I have had and probably will be for ever! Excellent wines to take home after to relive the experience!

2. Prinsy's Tours Hawkes Bay

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5.0 based on 386 reviews

Prinsy's Tours Hawkes Bay

SOAK IN THE STORIES. From luxury, private tours to group bookings, our passionate local guides offer a fun and flexible way to experience the rural gems of Hawke's Bay. A Prinsy's Tour will take you that little bit closer to the heart of Hawke's Bay' with an unforgettable wine tour experience. Whether it's an education on our wines, a day's fishing on our finest trout rivers, or even an intriguing insight into rural New Zealand, you'll be sure to have a memorable time. Choose from set driving itineraries or talk to us about making your tour more personal to you. - We combine intimate local knowledge with genuine hospitality to ensure you have a great day out. - At Prinsy's Tours we are passionate about the sustainability of our region and aim to leave only footprints on our environment. - Winners Hawke's Bay Tourism Visitor Experience Award 2017 * 2018 | Qualmark Silver rating. We invite you to see for yourself and learn why guests say our tour exceeded their expectations.

3. Grape Escape Wine Tours

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5.0 based on 929 reviews

Grape Escape Wine Tours

Wine and Food Tour company

4. Supertrike Tours and Hire

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5.0 based on 482 reviews

Supertrike Tours and Hire

The best way to see Napier and Hawke's Bay? Take a tour on the Supertrike!! We look forward to making your experience a memorable one.

5. The Winemaker's Tour

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The Winemaker's Tour

Indulge in the delights of Hawke’s Bay Wine Country on your exclusive private tour. You’ll be chauffeured in style - with luxury, privacy and sophistivation unmatched by traditional group tours. As a small, private tour, we prefer to visit the boutique wineries which truly reflect the Hawke’s Bay terroir and take the time to meet and chat with the passionate people who create NZ's iconic wines.

6. Faraday Centre museum

2b Faraday Street, Napier 4110 New Zealand +64 6-835 2338 [email protected] http://www.faradaycentre.org.nz/
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5.0 based on 148 reviews

Faraday Centre museum

Fuel your imagination as you walk around Hawkes Bay’s largest Hand’s-on Interactive Museum. It’s a fascinating, family-friendly place, a place where children of all ages can have fun while learning. You can immerse yourself in an Aladdin’s Cave of technology, science and history. Explore our large collection of vintage machines, gadgets, or simply take a trip down memory lane while playing in the arcade, or phoning a friend the old fashioned way.

Reviewed By 318sallyf

If you have a place in your heart for nostalgia, you will love this museum. From pedal cars to Horse drawn Hearse, or 1950s School Dental Clinic, you will find plenty to take you back to the "good old days"!

7. Takaro Trails Cycle Tours - Day Tours

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Takaro Trails Cycle Tours - Day Tours

Takaro Trails, self guided cycle tours of the Hawke's Bay Trails, 187km of off road cycle trails which form part of Nga Harenga, the New Zealand Cycle Trail. The trails are the perfect way for visitors to visit our world famous wineries, enjoy some gentle exercise under sunny skies and explore our stunning scenery at their own pace. Takaro is the Maori word for 'play' so put some fun into your Hawke's Bay stay and get out and about by bike!

8. Hawkes Bay Express

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Hawkes Bay Express

See the highlights of Hawke's Bay aboard the award winning Hawke's Bay Express, a delightful and truly unique sightseeing train that travels on road. Hop aboard the family built and run Hawkes Bay Express and begin your journey through one of the most attractive cities in New Zealand. Your modern road train is styled like an old-fashioned steam train and inside you'll find a romantic, old-time atmosphere. Sit back, relax and watch vibrant Napier come alive through the train's large opening windows. The Hawke's Bay Express city tour guides you through the coach restricted city centre. Then takes you over Napier's beautiful Bluff Hill, where the early settlers lived and the old port village of Ahuriri and the inland lagoon. The in-depth commentary covers the regions history, 1931 earthquake, the cities rebuild, economy, industries and lifestyle with personal stories of life from the 5th generation Hawke's Bay owners. See you on board!

9. Hooters Vintage and Classic Vehicle Hire

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Hooters Vintage and Classic Vehicle Hire

Hooters Vintage & Classic Vehicle Hire is a family run business offering Napier's only Open Top Vintage Car Tours! But wait there's more..... Our Showroom houses over 20 Vintage & Classic vehicles and if you would like to pop along and visit it's just a gold coin donation to have a look around and have your pictures taken in some amazing British & American cars ranging from the 1920's to the early 1980's. Our most popular tour is the City and Showroom Tour that no only shows you our beautiful Art Deco City but also takes you back to the collection for a personal guided tour. We also offer a fantastic convoy service for group bookings and our self drive options include full driver tuition!

10. Junction Wines

4427 State Highway 2 RD 2 Takapau, Napier 4287 New Zealand +64 6-855 8321 [email protected] http://www.junctionwines.co.nz
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Junction Wines

Reviewed By rowenab305 - Dannevirke, New Zealand

We had Jo and John come to the Dannevirke Service and Citizen’s Club to do a wine tasting. It was such a great afternoon with a fantastic knowledge couple and lots of beautiful wines

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