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.
Mission Estate Winery
Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.
Napier Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Napier Beach during your travels in Awatoto?
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.
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.
Napier Prison
Enter spooky cells and hear terrifying tales about some of the nation’s most notorious criminals in one of the oldest prisons in New Zealand.
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
Small group - Napier City & Art Deco Tour, 2 hours
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Napier Afternoon Winery Tasting Tour at 4 Great Wineries
Top hotels in Bay View
Napier Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Comfortable and enjoyable experience. The only downside is coin showers
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025
Beach Front Motel Napier
Very good stay for one night.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Kennedy Park Resort
Excellent facilities. Comfortable rooms and beds
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
Comfortable stay
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Shoreline Motel
Great motel with stunning views. Do be prepared to park on the road as there are not enough parks for all guests.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
Nice staff
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bay View
Napier Airport
Napier Airport might not have many top sights, but National Tobacco Company Building and Ahuriri Estuary are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Westshore
Beaches, spas and seafood restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Westshore. Make a stop by Westshore Beach while you're exploring.
Ahuriri
While visiting Ahuriri, you might make a stop by sights like National Tobacco Company Building and The Urban Winery.
Poraiti
If you're spending some time in Poraiti, Mission Estate Winery and Park Island Sports Complex are top sights worth seeing.
Pandora
Pandora might not have many top sights, but National Tobacco Company Building and Pandora Pond are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bluff Hill
While visiting Bluff Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Napier Prison and Bluff Hill Domain Lookout.
