Explore HAWKE’S BAY
Nau mai ki Te Matau-a-Māui. Welcome to Hawke's Bay. You're in great company in our region.
Here’s some of our highlights for things to do during your stay around Outfield Music, Food & Arts Festival.
Relax and unwind, in a great wine capital of Aotearoa New Zealand and the world.
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Peak House
Peak House is a cosy eatery and venue perched atop Te Mata Peak, offering first-class service, live music, and breathtaking views across Hawke’s Bay. Drop in for coffee and cake, sunset drinks, or winter evenings by the fire with live acts.
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Splash Planet
Splash Planet is New Zealand’s only water theme park and a Hawke’s Bay icon, packed with thrilling slides, rides, pools, and family-friendly attractions. From lazy river cruises to go-karts and mini golf, it’s the ultimate all-in-one destination for fun in the sun.
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Te Mata Peak
Te Mata Peak offers spectacular 360° views across Hawke’s Bay, from Napier and Mahia to the distant mountain ranges. Explore the summit via scenic tracks on foot or bike, or drive to the top.
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The Sauna Project
The Sauna Project creates high-quality bespoke saunas and hosts weekly guided beachside sessions. Unwind in their traditional wood-fired mobile sauna, heated to 90°C, with stunning ocean views at Te Awanga.
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Hastings Art Gallery
Te Whare Toi o Heretaunga Hastings Art Gallery is Hawke’s Bay’s public contemporary art space, showcasing inspiring local, national, and international exhibitions in the heart of Hastings.
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National Aquarium of NZ
The National Aquarium of New Zealand offers an immersive journey from playful penguins to majestic marine life. Step through the oceanarium tunnel and watch sharks and rays glide overhead.
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Ocean Spa
Ocean Spa Napier is a premier heated pool & wellness complex offering ocean-view pools, spas, sauna, steam room, plus a gym overlooking the Pacific. Unwind, recharge, and refuel with fresh food and coffee while soaking up stunning coastal views.
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Cape Kidnappers
Cape Kidnappers / Te Kauwae-a-Māui is a dramatic Hawke’s Bay headland, home to the world’s largest gannet colony. Watch thousands of gannets soar and dive along this stunning coastline.
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Clearview Estate Winery
Clearview Estate Winery & Restaurant is a coastal Hawke’s Bay vineyard near Cape Kidnappers, known for award-winning wines and fresh, seasonal dining.
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Hawke’s Bay Trails
Hawke’s Bay Trails offers over 200km of easy, mostly off-road cycling routes, connecting wineries, coastlines, and landscapes — a scenic, year-round way to explore New Zealand’s Food and Wine Country.