Napier
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In this Article
- Introduction
- Neighbourhoods
- Sights and Activities
- Events and Festivals
- Weather
- Getting There
- Getting Around
- Eat
- Drink
- Sleep
- Work
- Learn
- Keep Connected
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Introduction
Napier was devastated by a huge earthquake in 1931, as a result of which most of the city had to be rebuilt. As Art Deco was popular at the time, there are many fine examples of this type of architecture throughout the city, as well as Spanish Mission -style buildings.
Napier is also in one of New Zealand's main wine producing regions, Hawke's Bay.
Neighbourhoods
Sights and Activities
- National Aquarium of New Zeland Stingray shaped buiding with a walk-through Oceanarium.
- Bluff Hill Lookout A steep walk up to the top is rewarded with great views over Hawke Bay.
- Guided Art Deco Walk The Art Deco Centre on Tennyson Street runs daily guided walks, taking in the city's architectural heritage. Walks are 1 or 2 hours and cost $14 or $20 respectively.
- Wine tours There are many wineries in the area and several companies offering tours which typically last for a few hours and take in several different wineries.
- Botanical Gardens Pretty gardens a short walk from the city centre.
- Cricket catch a match and enjoy a local game.
- Sunrise Monument this is were the sun rose on the first day of the Millennium
- Te Mata Park
Events and Festivals
Art Deco Weekend Takes place in the 3rd week of February and celebrates Napier's Art Deco heritage.
Weather
Getting There
By Plane
Hawkes Bay Airport (IATA: NPE, ICAO: NZNR) is 8km North of the city and mainly serves domestic destinations. There are daily flights to Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Gisborne, Taurango, Hamilton and Palmerston North. International charter flights can be arranged for aircraft with fourteen or less people on board with prior arrangement.
By Train
By Car
Napier can be accessed by highways 2, 5 and 50.
Parking in the centre of the centre is by meter at $1.00 per hour. Just a short distance from the centre, parking is free with a two hour restriction.
Serveral of the major hire car companies have offices at Hawkes Bay Airport.
By Bus
Napier travel centre is on Munro Street, not far from Marine Parade. Serves various destinations, including Auckland, Wellington and Taupo.
By Boat
Getting Around
By Car
By Public Transport
By Foot
The city centre is compact enough to explore easily on foot.
By Bike
Eat
Drink
Sleep
Budget
- Napier YHA - Conveniently located on Marine Parade, a short walk from the City centre. A rambling building, with the usual good YHA facilities. A pretty courtyard is situated at the back and there are plenty of other communal areas.
- Criterion Art Deco Backpackers - Centrally located in an art deco building.
For more accommodation options and the above with travellers ratings:
| Property | Address | Type | Popularity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua Lodge | 53 Nelson Crescent | Hostel | 80 |
| Criterion Art Deco Backpackers | 48 Emerson Street City Centre | Hostel | 87 |
| Greenmeadows on Gloucester | 47 Gloucester Street Greenmeadows Napier | Apartment | - |
| Westshore Inn | 85 Meeanee Quay-Napier Hawkes Bay | Hotel | 76 |
| YHA Napier | 277 Marine Parade | Hostel | 89 |
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Work
Learn
Keep Connected
Internet
There are several internet cafes in the centre of Napier, offering access by the hour.
Phone
See also: International Telephone Calls
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