Napier

Napier

Napier is an important port city in New Zealand’s Hawke's Bay region. Together with Hastings to its north, it is known as the “Sister Cities.” It is the largest center for crossbred wool in the Southern Hemisphere and one of New Zealand’s top producers of apples, pears, and stone fruits. The city has also developed into a major wine-growing and winemaking region, making it a great destination for vineyard tours and wine tasting.

Napier is a key tourist destination in New Zealand, attracting visitors from around the world who are fans of Art Deco and architecture. Often, Napier’s old buildings create a documentary-like atmosphere, yet it is indeed a living city with original structures. The city boasts one of the world’s most outstanding collections of 1930s architecture. Strolling through Napier, you’ll admire beautiful examples of Art Deco, Spanish Mission, and classic streamline designs. Popular attractions include the Marine Parade, the National Aquarium of New Zealand, and the Soundshell. Nearby leisure destinations include the Cape Kidnappers Gannet Colony and the vineyards near Hastings.

February is the peak tourist season in Napier, drawing many visitors for the Art Deco Weekend and the Mission Concert Weekend. On Saturday mornings, the Napier Farmers' Market is a great place to shop for handicrafts and fresh produce.

Napier

Must-visit reason: An important port city in New Zealand

Continent where the attraction is located: Oceania

Country/region where the attraction is located: New Zealand

Province/state where the attraction is located: Hawke's Bay Region

City where the attraction is located: Napier