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.
Napier Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Napier Beach during your travels in Awatoto?
Mission Estate Winery
Leave the city behind for a day to experience idyllic countryside surroundings and sip a range of magnificent wines.
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.
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.
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
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
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
Clean and tidy rooms with wonderful view of the beachfront. Close by to main city centre. The only issue we found was that the toilet flush button was difficult to press in the bathroom.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
Kennedy Park Resort
Clean room. Things for the children
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
Everything was wonderful. We particularly enjoyed having drinks at the bar with Cho Cho as bartender. She was so friendly and gave us lots of local tips for things to do and see
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
The Nautilus Napier
Lovely balcony v
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
The view was amazing, the room was comfortable and spotless. We will definitely be back.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 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 Mission Estate Winery and Park Island Sports Complex.
Bluff Hill
While visiting Bluff Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Napier Prison and Ocean Spa.
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.
