Napier
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Street after street of stunning and beautifully-restored Art Deco buildings have made Napier famous as one of the most complete collections of Art Deco buildings in the world. In 1931 a massive earthquake rocked Hawke's Bay for more than three minutes, killing nearly 260 and destroying the commercial centre of Napier.
Rebuilding began almost immediately, and new buildings reflected the architectural styles of the times - Stripped Classical, Spanish Mission and Art Deco. Napier is often referred to as a 1930s film set, and one of the best ways to enjoy the streetscape is on a self-guided walk - ask for a map at the information centre or at the Art Deco Trust. Every February, Napier celebrates its heritage with the Art Deco Festival - a stylish celebration of all things 1930s, including vintage cars, fashion and music. |
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Explore the Hawke's Bay!
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Nau mai ki Te Matau-a-Māui. Welcome to Hawke's Bay
Hawke’s Bay tastes like winery lunches under big blue skies and fresh produce from a farmers' market. It tastes like delicious stops on easy-riding cycle trails, road trips to hidden swimming spots, real fruit ice creams and long hot days with ocean breezes. It also tastes like vineyard concerts, the energising rhythm of music festivals, tasting flights of chardonnay and languid, long weekends in New Zealand’s Great Wine Capital. Hawke’s Bay tastes like the very best recipe, with the freshest flavours you can find. But the best part? It is a recipe of your choosing. So, throw some things in a bag, and we'll see you soon. We know you'll find Hawke's Bay to your liking! |
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