The 10 Best Sightseeing Tours in Napier, North Island

December 26, 2021 Yuk Petri

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.
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1. Private Napier Vintage Car Tour and Hooters Showroom Visit

Napier i-SITE Visitor Information Centre, 100 Marine Parade, Napier South, Napier 4110, New Zealand Hooters Vintage and Classic Vehicle Hire
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5.0 based on 20 reviews

A perfect introduction to Art Deco Napier in your very own vintage car. This 2 hour tour gives you the chance to sit back and relax in a beautifully restored Art Deco period car. Your chauffeur will show you the beauty of Napier before whisking you off to see the Hooters Showroom, a must-see for all vintage car lovers. If you are arriving into Napier by cruise ship, please take a look at our Napier Highlights by Open Top Vintage Car option as it is better suited.

Inclusions: Private tour

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Wolfam123

From the time we were picked up to drop off,we had a ball.A stunning day with the best guides.Great chance to sit back and enjoy the sights.I cannot recommend this tour more highly.From the older people in our group to the teenager.It was a highlight of our holiday up the coast.Keep up the great job and again thankyou KIM

2. Small Group Half-Day Ultimate Wine Tour in Napier

Hawkes Bay Scenic Tours Ltd
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Join our small tour group. Visit 3 very different Wineries. At the first Winery, you will tour the Winery, discover what can be made from the fruit (Grapes). See the process of making Brandy, learn about Balsamic Vinegar production, explore an underground Cellars and N.Z's only Wine Museum before tasting many premium wines. Choose to stay on here for lunch cost not included. We will allow approx 2 hours for your lunch, in the Cellar or outside. Visit a boutique Winery set in sheep growing country. Hear about their unique Winemaking process from the Vine to the Bottle, This is New Zealand’s only Vegetarian (Vegan) certified Winery. This really is a “must do” experience. Finishing at the oldest Winery in New Zealand. Here you will learn about the history dating back from the 1830’s in France. You will finish the tour with a small souvenir, and a souvenir Wine glass. All tastings, admissions and any drinks advertised are included. Tour is door to door within Napier on the day.

Inclusions: Food tasting, Wine tasting, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Local taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By sammiet08

11 of us got the pleasure of attending this tour with the amazing John. Everything about this tour went up and above what we had expected. The platters were plentiful, the service was amazing & John accommodated for our large group effortlessly. The value for money for this tour was well worth it! We would definitely do this again. Thanks again John for all your knowledge & for taking such good care of us all.

3. Half-Day Vintage Car Tour with Food Platter Up To 4 Passengers

100 Marine Parade, Napier South, Napier 4110, New Zealand Hooters Vintage and Classic Vehicle Hire
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

Here we have three options to suit all tastes.  First up is our Half Day Winery Tour: 4 Hours spent sampling some of Hawke's Bay's finest wines. All tastings included along with a platter to share in a beautiful vineyard setting.  Next we have our Half Day Napier Scenic Tour: Upon meeting you, our chauffeurs will introduce themselves, have a brief chat and arrange an itinerary to suit your tastes. Alternatively please do contact us on booking and we can put together an itinerary to suit.  Lastly we have our third option: Best of the Bay: Sit back, relax and let us entertain you. Leave all the decisions up to us at Hooters and let's see if we can't exceed your expectations by showing you the Best of the Bay, our way! 

Inclusions: Private tour, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Local guide, Live commentary on board, Wine tasting, Light refreshments, Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Reviewed By Wolfam123

From the time we were picked up to drop off,we had a ball.A stunning day with the best guides.Great chance to sit back and enjoy the sights.I cannot recommend this tour more highly.From the older people in our group to the teenager.It was a highlight of our holiday up the coast.Keep up the great job and again thankyou KIM

4. Private Sightseeing Tour (4 hrs)

56 Marine Parade, Bluff Hill, Napier 4110, New Zealand Tour Napier
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Travel with private driver/guide on a private tour of Napier and surrounding areas in our luxury Mercedes-Benz people carrier, with air conditioning, full leather and privacy glass. From the Art Deco City to the fruit & wine-producing region to fantastic scenery, every tour can be personalized to suit your interests and there will be plenty of photo opportunities. Group Maximum 6 travelers.

Inclusions: Friendly, professional local driver/guide, Private tour, Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle, Pickup and drop-off from the designated point, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Most Hawkes Bay wineries charge tasting fees which are not included

Reviewed By Lynette W

We did a vintage car tour. It was 1 hour in a lovely old car called buttercup. We loved it. I booked it because my 87 year old Dad came to visit us in Napier. I’m not sure who enjoyed it more my 87 year old Dad or my 12 year old Son. Definitely recommend this trip.

5. Shore Excursion - Art Deco Vintage Car Tour from Napier Art Deco Trust

The Art Deco Trust, 7 Tennyson Street, Napier South, Napier 4110, New Zealand Art Deco Trust
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A luxurious way to see Napier while in port - your driver can meet you ship side and take you on a tour through Napier in a 1930's vintage car - Join this 75-minute tour for the chance to step back into the 1930’s. Immerse yourself in Napier’s Art Deco heritage as you visit some of the key attractions while in a luxurious 1930s vintage car. See famous buildings such as the Napier Municipal Theatre and National Tobacco Company building.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Private tour, Private transportation

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Reviewed By SophieAM12345678910

The short film was very informative and our guide was pleasant but the tour lacked depth and seemed centred around looking at the information boards that are readily available for everyone to look at for free! Perhaps better to go in the morning when you can enter the foyers of some of the buildings if you’re very keen, as although many buildings were pointed out I did not see or find out anything of interest other than what I was able to observe walking along Emerson and Tennyson without a guide! I certainly won’t be recommending this tour!

6. Private Tour & Wine Tasting (90 mins)

The National Aquarium of New Zealand, 546 Marine Parade, Napier South, Napier 4110, New Zealand Tour Napier
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Hawkes Bay is the oldest wine-producing region in New Zealand - this 1.5 hour tour includes a tasting experience at one of the finest wineries in the area, transported in a luxurious air conditioned Mercedes-Benz people carrier with your own friendly & knowledgeable driver.

Inclusions: Wine tasting fees, Driver/guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks are not included, unless specified, Lunch is not provided

Reviewed By Lynette W

We did a vintage car tour. It was 1 hour in a lovely old car called buttercup. We loved it. I booked it because my 87 year old Dad came to visit us in Napier. I’m not sure who enjoyed it more my 87 year old Dad or my 12 year old Son. Definitely recommend this trip.

7. Hawkes Bay A Grand Day Out Tour

56 Marine Parade, Bluff Hill, Napier 4110, New Zealand Tour Napier
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A Grand Day Out provides exactly what it says on the tin - a great day out and about in Hawkes Bay. In a nutshell, this is what we like to do when friends or family visiting the area ask us to show them around. A leisurely and varied exploration of Napier and the surrounding area, this tour gives you a taste of the Hawkes Bay lifestyle including fabulous scenery, amazing architecture in Napier's Art Deco City, world class wines and truly delicious chocolate and NZ's unique Manuka honey along the way. Come with us - we will do our best to give you a Grand Day Out to remember! The itinerary may occasionally need to include an alternative winery for operational reasons.

Inclusions: Wine tasting, Air-conditioned vehicle, Honey tasting, Chocolate sampling

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By Lynette W

We did a vintage car tour. It was 1 hour in a lovely old car called buttercup. We loved it. I booked it because my 87 year old Dad came to visit us in Napier. I’m not sure who enjoyed it more my 87 year old Dad or my 12 year old Son. Definitely recommend this trip.

8. Napier Highlights by Open Top Vintage Car

101 Marine Parade, Napier South, Napier 4110, New Zealand Hooters Vintage and Classic Vehicle Hire
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Our entry level bespoke tour, your chauffeur will show you the beauty of Napier's Art Deco buildings and then you have the option of visiting a local winery, sampling some local chocolate or take the chance to see the Hooters Showroom, a must-see for all vintage car lovers. You can let us know your preference in advance otherwise your chauffeur will discuss the options to see what you fancy on the day. Please note that this tour does not include wine tasting fees which will need to be paid directly to the winery on the day. On busy cruise ship days as many as half of the Hooters vintage vehicles will be out on tour so there will be a few empty spaces in the showroom, but still plenty of automobilia to see and stories to hear.

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Snacks

Reviewed By MelissaEdwards1111

Our autistic daughter loves the car BRUM so we decided to do a vintage car tour. Bob Rob was an amazing guide and told us all about the Earthquake back in 1931 and what happened to Napier. I honestly wouldnt have known half of what he told us if we hadnt of done the tour!

9. Deco City Black Cab Tours and Shuttles

Napier, New Zealand Deco City Discoverer
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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 Three 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 and great views. Our 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

Inclusions: Private transportation

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Reviewed By Harrybax1958

We hired a bus for a half day group tour of a couple of wineries, a brewery and a cider house for a family re-union. Mark our driver was super helpful and accommodating, encouraging us to have a great time, and putting up with our singing (which got progressively better of course...) and our ditty's! Everyone had a fantastic day out and raved about it afterwards.

10. Supertrike Half Day Tour

The National Aquarium of New Zealand, 546 Marine Parade, Napier South, Napier 4110, New Zealand Supertrike Tours and Hire
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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. Please note that this tour is not available for cruise passengers.

Inclusions: All Entry level wine tastings and Beer or Cider tasting flight (1 shared between 2), Bottled water, A light platter lunch.

Exclusions: Premium wine tastings and additional drinks., Gratuities, Any additional snacks or food.

Reviewed By AlvinNTin

3E’s: Extraordinary experience! Euphoric ride and Excellent driver/rider and guide PHIL. The view is spectacular too. We are happy to recommend this experience :)

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