Hawke's Bay Region Travel Guide

New Zealand
Napier showing a lake or waterhole

Popular cities in Hawke's Bay Region

Napier showing a sunset and a square or plaza
Napier
Known for Dining, Beaches and Art
Admire the art deco architecture, take in the ocean views and enjoy locally produced wines at this charming little port city.

Reasons to visit

  • Marine Parade
  • Mission Estate Winery
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand
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Te Mata Peak showing tranquil scenes and landscape views
Hastings
Known for Swimming, Wineries and Beaches
Let the heart of Hawke’s Bay entertain you with art and 1930s architecture, locally grown red wine and stone fruit, and a wildlife experience at the world’s largest gannet colony.

Reasons to visit

  • Frimley Park
  • Te Mata Peak
  • Cornwall Park
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Havelock North showing a fountain and a square or plaza
Havelock North
Known for Spas, Small town and Wineries
Right in the heart of wine country, the Havelock North neighbourhood features boutique shopping and areas of sublime natural beauty.

Reasons to visit

  • Te Mata Peak
  • Birdwoods Gallery
  • Arataki Honey Visitor Centre
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Cape Kidnappers showing hiking or walking and a lake or waterhole
Clifton
Known for Golf and Natural parks
Love golf and parks? Get away to Clifton!

Reasons to visit

  • Cape Kidnappers
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Elephant Hill Estate Winery featuring a garden
Haumoana
Known for Family-friendly, Excursions and Romantic
Venture to sights like Haumoana Beach and Elephant Hill Estate Winery as you discover Haumoana.

Reasons to visit

  • Elephant Hill Estate Winery
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Kaweka Forest Park
Kaweka Forest Park
Check out the local area in Kaweka Forest Park—home to attractions like Mangatainoka Hot Springs and Mangatutu Hot Springs.
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