Taradale Travel Guide
Napier
Popular places to visit
Church Road Winery
Delve into the history of winemaking and indulge in some fine local food and an assortment of delicious reds at this Hawke’s Bay winery.
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.
Napier Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Napier Beach during your travels in Awatoto?
Mission Estate Winery
Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.
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.
Bluff Hill Domain Lookout
As one of the best vantage points in Napier, this rocky viewpoint has commanding views of the turquoise waters of Hawke’s Bay and the Port of Napier.
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
Scenic Te Mata Peak Tour by Supertrike
Shore Excursion: Napier/ Hawke's Bay & Premium Wineries tour
National Aquarium of New Zealand in Napier General Admission
Napier: Afternoon Wine Tasting + visit Silky Oaks Chocolates
Top hotels in Taradale
Ballina Motel
"I was disappointed that it did not include servicing other than changing the rubbish bags. Beds were not remade each day and even though at time of booking it said spa baths in the unit, the spa did not work. Will not use the motel again."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel
"An excellent stay. So peaceful"
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Expressotel
"Reasonable price"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Beach Front Motel Napier
"Clean, specious and by the beach, amazing value"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
"Clean room. Parking"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
"Spacious and clean, secure parking was great. Helpful staff. Little things for maintenance like power points loose or bathroom tap that barely reaches the sink. Acoustics are pretty average - no door seal and could hear most of what occurred outside of the room."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Taradale
Jervoistown
Jervoistown might not have many top sights, but Pettigrew Green Arena and Church Road Winery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Greenmeadows
While Greenmeadows isn't home to many top sights, Church Road Winery and Mission Estate Winery are some notable places to visit nearby.
Tamatea
Tamatea might not have many top sights, but Park Island Sports Complex and Mission Estate Winery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Pirimai
Pirimai might not have many top sights, but Church Road Winery and Park Island Sports Complex are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Meeanee
While Meeanee isn't home to many top sights, Pettigrew Green Arena and Church Road Winery are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 National Aquarium of New Zealand and National Tobacco Company Building.
