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Top 6 Cultural Tours in Napier, North Island
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
Overall Ratings
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. Napier Highlights by Open Top Vintage Car
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
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!
3. Shore Excursion - Art Deco Vintage Car Tour from Napier Art Deco Trust
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
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!
4. Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 32 reviews
The most complete Art Deco tour of Napier, this extended guided walk begins at the Art Deco Centre with an audio visual introduction from your local guide.
Inclusions: Local guide, Professional guide
Exclusions: DVD (available to purchase), Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Reviewed By Lindyblu
Our Vintage Car Art Deco Tour of Napier was a real treat. Neil our driver was knowledgeable and went out of his way to make sure we saw all the sights. The opportunity to go inside the Art Deco theatre was a real treat. Stopping at the old tobacco company building, which now houses a gin distillery, was the highlight.
5. Guided 4:30pm Evening Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
A peaceful guided walk in the quiet of the evening after the daytime crowds have departed the city. Ideal for those arriving late into Napier for the night and a perfect pre-dinner tour. Meet your local volunteer guide at the Art Deco Centre ready for this easy early evening stroll that finishes at the same location at 6.30pm. Your tour will take you on a journey of discovery of the heritage and unique style of this Art Deco city. Your guide will entertain you with stories of the events, places and people that shaped the Napier you see before you today.Note: Guests must be able to walk approximately 3kms over flat surfaces with some steps.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Local guide, Professional guide
Exclusions: DVD (available to purchase), Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
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 Full-Day Wine Tour in Hawkes Bay
Join us on this private tour of our favourite Hawkes Bay wineries. You will be picked up from your accommodation in our luxurious Mercedes-Benz V Class people carrier with full leather and privacy glass and chauffeur-driven by our friendly local guide to the wineries, where a friendly welcome and some fantastic wines await!
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Wine tasting fees
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.
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