Napier South Travel Guide
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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 beautiful beaches or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
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.
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.
War Memorial Conference Center
Learn about the local history of Napier when you take a trip to War Memorial Conference Center. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Things to do
Deco Napier, Te Mata Peak, Garden Walk and Wine Tasting Tour
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Shore Excursion: Napier/ Hawke's Bay & Premium Wineries tour
Napier: Afternoon Wine Tasting + visit Silky Oaks Chocolates
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Top hotels in Napier South
Beach Front Motel Napier
Good ocean view. Quiet and clean
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Expressotel
Yes
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
The Nautilus Napier
The balcony doors are accordion and a pain to open and close…other than that a nice hotel.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
Adequate room with all the amenities we needed. Nice to sit in there Ross side bar & have a drink outside across from the ocean.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Shoreline Motel
Fantastic beach view! Sound of waves was very relaxing. Room had large hot tub. On the downside, carpet could use replacing. Also be prepared to haul your luggage up some stairs if you’re on the 2nd or 3rd floor.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Quest Napier Serviced Apartment
Clean, everything we required.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 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 Napier Prison and Bluff Hill Domain Lookout.
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 Onekawa Aquatic Centre and McLean Park.
