10 TOP Things to Do in Hawke's Bay Region August 2026

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Activities

Deco Napier, Te Mata Peak, Garden Walk and Wine Tasting Tour

AU$123

per adult

Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust

AU$27

per adult

Shore excursion: Napier-Premium Wineries & Sights /Art deco tour

AU$99

per adult

Napier E-bike Hire

AU$87

per adult

Premium 4 -Best Wineries Napier Hawke's Bay Tour, 5.5h - 6Hours

AU$157

per adult

Small group - Napier City & Art Deco Tour, 2 hours

AU$107

per adult

Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust

AU$27

per adult

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Half Day Sightseeing and Taste Tour

AU$157

per adult

Half Day-Hawke's Bay + Premium Winery Tour

Napier Sightseeing/ Art deco + Premium Winery tasting Tour

AU$116

per adult

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1. Craggy Range

Step inside the Craggy Range cellar for an enthralling insight into how its popular wines are produced. Wander around the vine fields where the grapes grow and sit down for a delicious multicourse meal of local cuisine at the estate’s restaurant.

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2. Church Road Winery

With a fascinating wine museum and guided tours, Church Road Winery is a great place to learn about the history and art of winemaking. Discover artefacts dating back 3,000 years and examine walls studded with glimmering tartrate crystals. Find out how some of the finest wine in New Zealand is made and enjoy a meal of organic meat and fish in the winery’s restaurant.

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3. Mission Estate Winery

Explore the old cellar at Mission Estate Winery for the chance to learn the secrets behind producing award-winning wines. Enjoy fabulous views while dining on sumptuous meat and seafood at one of the oldest wineries in the country.

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4. National Aquarium of New Zealand

Admire huge sharks as well as stingrays and octopuses at the National Aquarium of New Zealand. See piranhas gliding around and interact with adorable penguins and kiwi birds.

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5. Ocean Beach

Get away from the crowds and bask in the spectacular surroundings of Ocean Beach. This long, gently curving beach sits on the east coast of New Zealand’s North Island and looks out over the South Pacific Ocean. Ocean Beach is a much-loved location among families and watersport enthusiasts that reside in the Hastings District of the Hawke’s Bay Region.

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What to do in Hawke's Bay Region

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Marine Parade

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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.

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Our guide on where to stay in Hawke's Bay Region

Find the best Hawke's Bay Region areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Napier South

If you're spending some time in Napier South, McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.

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Ahuriri

While visiting Ahuriri, you might make a stop by sights like National Tobacco Company Building and The Urban Winery.

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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.

Meeanee

While Meeanee isn't home to many top sights, Pettigrew Green Arena and Church Road Winery are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Marewa

Marewa might not have many top sights, but National Aquarium of New Zealand and McLean Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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