Napier South Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Napier South
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.
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.
War Memorial Conference Center
Learn about the local history of Napier when you take a trip to War Memorial Conference Center. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Napier Soundshell
Napier Soundshell is just one of the places to see in Napier, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
MTG Hawke's Bay Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at MTG Hawke's Bay Museum during your travels in Napier. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Faraday Centre
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Faraday Centre in Napier. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Activities
Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
Small group - Napier City & Art Deco Tour, 2 hours
Shore Excursion: Napier and Surrounding Countryside Scenic Tour
Our pick of the best Napier South Hotel Deals
Beach Front Motel Napier
Comfortable room, just a little tired looking and dated. Location is good.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Swiss-Belhotel Napier
We thought our room was very clean, and nicely presented. It was very comfortable to stay in over four nights. We’d certainly consider returning for another stay.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
The Nautilus Napier
Lovely balcony v
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Shoreline Motel
View across the road to the beach. Huge room, very clean, good facilities for making simple meals. Room serviced daily. Easy parking. Excellent value for money.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Art Deco Masonic Hotel
The room was lovely clean and spacious. Great to be able to use the balconies in the mornings and evenings. Our room was cleaned on our first day but not on our second day which was a little disappointing.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Quest Napier Serviced Apartment
Good location, clean room and nice staff
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Napier South
Marewa
Marewa might not have many top sights, but McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Hospital Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Hospital Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Tobacco Company Building and War Memorial Conference Center.
Te Awa
Though Te Awa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand.
Bluff Hill
While visiting Bluff Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Napier Prison and Pania of the Reef.
Maraenui
While Maraenui isn't home to many top sights, McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand are some notable places to visit nearby.
Onekawa
While Onekawa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like McLean Park and Park Island Sports Complex.
Napier South Travel Guide
- Marine Parade
- National Aquarium of New Zealand
- Napier Soundshell
- Daily Telegraph Building
- MTG Hawke's Bay Museum
- Napier Visitor Information Centre
- Faraday Centre
- Opossum World
- Splash Planet
- Napier Beach
- Mission Estate Winery
- Black Barn Vineyards
- Church Road Winery
- Cape Kidnappers
- Craggy Range
- Te Mata Peak
- Cape Kidnappers Golf Course
- Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital
- Napier Prison
- Ocean Beach
- Pettigrew Green Arena
- National Tobacco Company Building
- Hawke's Bay Opera House
- Ocean Spa
- Clearview Estate
- Bluff Hill Domain Lookout
- Te Mata Peak
