Explore the beachside setting in Napier
The area's wineries and art galleries are just some of the reasons to come on holiday to Napier. This romantic city is known for its beaches, local tours and restaurants. If you need more space to accommodate a family holiday or a trip with friends, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.
Activities and attractions in Napier
Are you looking for top things to see and do in the area? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes Napier a fun spot to go on holiday. These are some of the top attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- National Aquarium of New Zealand (0.6 mi / 1 km)
- Mission Estate Winery (4.3 mi / 7 km)
- Church Road Winery (4.4 mi / 7 km)
- Splash Planet (11 mi / 17.6 km)
- Cape Kidnappers Golf Course (11.1 mi / 17.9 km)
- Black Barn Vineyards (12.4 mi / 19.9 km)
Exploring the beaches and other natural features in Napier
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Napier is a great place to get outside. Here are a few of the area's most stunning natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Bluff Hill Domain Lookout (0.9 mi / 1.4 km)
- Napier Beach (5.1 mi / 8.2 km)
- Waipatiki Beach (13.5 mi / 21.7 km)
- Cape Kidnappers (14.1 mi / 22.7 km)
- Te Mata Peak (14.5 mi / 23.3 km)
- Ocean Beach (18 mi / 29 km)
Seasonal weather in Napier
If you're hoping to enjoy some warm-weather activities on your holiday, January, February, December and March are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 18°C.
Travelling to and around Napier
Fly into Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay), the closest airport, located 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from the city centre.