Napier South Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Napier South
Popular places to visit
Marine Parade
After visiting Marine Parade, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Napier. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
National Aquarium of New Zealand
The tanks at this modern aquarium play host to all kinds of underwater life, from cute sea creatures to fearsome marine predators.
Napier Soundshell
Napier Soundshell is just one of the places to see in Napier, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
MTG Hawke's Bay Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at MTG Hawke's Bay Museum during your travels in Napier. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Faraday Centre
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Faraday Centre in Napier. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.
McLean Park
Catch an event at McLean Park during your trip to Napier. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Shore Excursion: Napier/ Hawke's Bay & Premium Wineries tour
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Napier: Afternoon Wine Tasting + visit Silky Oaks Chocolates
Our pick of the best Napier South Hotel Deals
Beach Front Motel Napier
Room was large with spar and kitchenette. All clean and tidy. Convenient to beach and within walking distance to shopping (1.5km)
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Expressotel
Nice space , fresh air , ~~ like staying again ❤️😀😀
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
Nice hote but staff at front desk was rude
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Shoreline Motel
Light over kitchen flickered. The tv kept changing volume of its own accord. Toilet seat was cracked.The fridge was unsteady and a door shelf in the fridge was broken. Otherwise nice spacious and comfortable room but needed a bit of maintenance undertaken. Handy location
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
The Nautilus Napier
It wasnt ready when we arrived staff was alrite missing bath amenities only 1 conditioner room was booked for two shoulld have enough for two people
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
Location
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Napier South
Marewa
Marewa might not have many top sights, but McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Hospital Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Hospital Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like War Memorial Conference Center and McLean Park.
Bluff Hill
While visiting Bluff Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Bluff Hill Domain Lookout and Napier Beach.
Maraenui
While Maraenui isn't home to many top sights, McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are some notable places to visit nearby.
Te Awa
Though Te Awa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand.
Onekawa
While Onekawa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand.
