Pandora
Napier
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?
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.
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.
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
Deco Napier, Te Mata Peak, Garden Walk and Wine Tasting Tour
Scenic Te Mata Peak Tour by Supertrike
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
4 Wineries Premium Napier/Hawke's Bay tasting tour 5.5h
Shore Excursion: Napier/ Hawke's Bay & Premium Wineries tour
Napier: Cape Kidnappers Gannet, Nature & Sightseeing Tour
Top hotels in Pandora
Expressotel
Room is cosy. Nice place to rest.
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Beach Front Motel Napier
Great value, Great staff, Great location.
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Harbour View Motel on Ahuriri Beach in Napier NZ with sea view suites
Very good ☺️
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
The room had a bad smell, due to me arriving so late I didnt complain about it
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Scenic Hotel Te Pania
Lovely room and equally lovely view across the ocean, clean, quiet, staff very friendly and accommodating, room was comfortable - no complaints at all, and would stay here again in a heart beat.
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Shoreline Motel
Very clean and comfortable. Very professional and helpful staff. A bit of a walk into the city centre - about 20min walk. Some eateries nearby.
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pandora
Hospital Hill
Hospital Hill might not have many top sights, but National Tobacco Company Building and War Memorial Conference Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Onekawa
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Onekawa and surrounding area, you can visit National Aquarium of New Zealand and McLean Park.
Marewa
While Marewa might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like National Aquarium of New Zealand and McLean Park.
Napier South
While visiting Napier South, you might make a stop by sights like National Aquarium of New Zealand and War Memorial Conference Center.
