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
Napier: Afternoon Wine Tasting + visit Silky Oaks Chocolates
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Top hotels in Taradale
Ballina Motel
"Was good to find owners had put a key in lockbox as our plane was late,We had ground floor unit, There’s no Internet as was disconnected message kept saying.Also No Hand soap by handbasin had to use shower pump on slippery floor (So we brought one soap pump)The bed was bouncy & the bathroom wasn’t ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel
"An excellent stay. So peaceful"
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Expressotel
"no parking aged rooms are old and worn"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Beach Front Motel Napier
"Vwery handy to beach promonade and an easy stroll into the city centre. Then a quick get away to Hastings etc"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 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
"Our first stay at the Swiss Hotel Napier was a wonderful experience. We were pleasantly surprised as soon as we walked in by how beautiful everything looked, the excellent amenities, and the overall cleanliness of the property. The breakfast we added to our package was definitely worth it and was ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 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.
