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 carefree 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
Small group - Napier City & Art Deco Tour, 2 hours
Shore Excursion: Napier and Surrounding Countryside Scenic Tour
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Small Group - Half-Day Hawke's Bay Winery Tour
Top hotels in Bay View
Napier Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Comfortable and enjoyable experience. The only downside is coin showers
Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025
Beach Front Motel Napier
Overall good
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Kennedy Park Resort
Excellent facilities. Comfortable rooms and beds
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
Large room Excellent and enjoyable staff Great shower Top notch quality Exceptionally clean Fantastic value
Reviewed on Jan 5, 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 Jan 10, 2026
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
Nice staff
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bay View
Napier Airport
While Napier Airport might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ahuriri Estuary and National Tobacco Company Building.
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
If you're spending some time in Ahuriri, National Tobacco Company Building and The Urban Winery are top sights worth seeing.
Poraiti
While visiting Poraiti, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Estate Winery and Park Island Sports Complex.
Pandora
Though Pandora might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ahuriri Estuary and National Tobacco Company Building.
Bluff Hill
While visiting Bluff Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Napier Prison and Bluff Hill Domain Lookout.
