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
Shore Excursion: Napier and Surrounding Countryside Scenic Tour
National Aquarium of New Zealand in Napier Native Icons Tour
Small group - Napier Art Deco Tour, 2h- 2.5 hours
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Small group - Beer, Wine, Cider and Gin Tour - 5.0 - 5.5 hours
Top hotels in Bay View
Napier Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025
Beach Front Motel Napier
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025
Shoreline Motel
Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025
Kennedy Park Resort
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025
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 National Tobacco Company Building and Ahuriri Estuary.
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 Park Island Sports Complex and Mission Estate Winery.
Bluff Hill
While visiting Bluff Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Napier Prison and Pania of the Reef.
Pandora
Though Pandora might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like National Tobacco Company Building and Pandora Pond.