All play, no work
For the outdoorsy traveller, Napier makes for happiness
Ian Smith
03-Nov-2014
Grab a drink and a tour: the outskirts of the city have wineries worth a visit • Getty Images
Tour the city
A tour of Napier is essential for anyone even remotely interested in architecture. It's the art deco capital of the world.
A tour of Napier is essential for anyone even remotely interested in architecture. It's the art deco capital of the world.
Soak in the views
Take a trip up Te Mata Peak for a full, panoramic view of Hawkes Bay. And while you're there, don't miss out on visiting Craggy Range Winery at the foot of the peak.
Take a trip up Te Mata Peak for a full, panoramic view of Hawkes Bay. And while you're there, don't miss out on visiting Craggy Range Winery at the foot of the peak.
If you're after a relaxing day on the ocean, a fishing excursion out into Hawkes Bay and its bountiful waters should be on your list.
Visit a winery
Another winery well worth a visit is the Mission Estate Winery on the outskirts of Napier. Take a tour and enjoy a meal there.
Another winery well worth a visit is the Mission Estate Winery on the outskirts of Napier. Take a tour and enjoy a meal there.
Play a round
If you're a golfer, you should play a round at Cape Kidnappers, a spectacular cliff-topped golf course that features highly in the world golf-course rankings.
If you're a golfer, you should play a round at Cape Kidnappers, a spectacular cliff-topped golf course that features highly in the world golf-course rankings.
Visit a village
Havelock North is only a short drive from Napier and well worth a visit for its trendy shops, restaurants and cafes.
Havelock North is only a short drive from Napier and well worth a visit for its trendy shops, restaurants and cafes.
As told to Brydon Coverdale