Things To Do in Hawke's Bay, Hawke's Bay Region

Activities, attractions and tours
Napier which includes a sunset and a square or plaza

Hawke's Bay Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Hawke's Bay has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Hawke's Bay is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Hawke's Bay to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Hawke's Bay Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Hawke's Bay.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Hawke's Bay attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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Napier featuring a lake or waterhole

Napier South

While visiting Napier South, you might make a stop by sights like McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand.

Napier South
National Tobacco Company Building

Ahuriri

Though Ahuriri might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like National Tobacco Company Building and Ahuriri Estuary.

Ahuriri
Church Road Winery

Taradale

You'll enjoy the wineries and churches in Taradale. You might want to make time for a stop at Church Road Winery or Pettigrew Green Arena.

Taradale
Pania of the Reef featuring a statue or sculpture and art

Bluff Hill

While visiting Bluff Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Napier Prison and Ocean Spa.

Bluff Hill
This cycle/walk way  is VERY near the tidal waterways - or in this case, under it. 

Nice area to walk near the airport, with quite a few birds to be seen.

Westshore

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Beaches, spas, and seafood restaurants are some highlights of Westshore. You might stop by Ahuriri Estuary or Pandora Pond while you're in the area.

Westshore
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Onekawa

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Onekawa and surrounding area, you can visit Onekawa Aquatic Centre and McLean Park.

Onekawa

Day trip destinations from Hawke's Bay