So much or so little to do – you choose!
Hawke’s Bay and Havelock North in particular offers so many stunning experiences – whether you are looking for a romantic getaway, an escape with friends or memorable family time with the kids. Here’s just a wee taster of things to do, and our team will be happy to advise options.
Award Winning Wineries minutes away.
We are ideally located within walking distance to Black Barn, Red Barrel and Te Mata Estate and a short drive away is Askerne, Craggy Range and the lovely Te Awanga wineries: Clearview, Elephant Hill and Te Awanga Estate. Whether trying a wine tasting or savouring a meal in a renown winery restaurant, the wine lover is spoiled for choice.
Get on your bike and ride!
With nearly 200kms of local off road cycle trails, Hawke's Bay is an amazing place to discover on bikes. Bring your own bike or hire one of our Bauer Comfort bikes and within minutes you will be cycling along beautiful river banks and coastal areas, passing many of our wineries, or watching the world pass by over coffee in a boutique café.
Rides cater for every level of fitness and experience, and are a very safe way to get the kids enjoying the outdoors away from busy roads.
Hastings Farmers Market & Black Barn Summer Market
Just 8 minutes to the Hawke’s Bay Show Grounds where they host the iconic Sunday Hawke's Bay Farmers Market, this market is held all year round. Over the summer time Black Barn Winery hosts their own Saturday morning seasonal market conveniently located just a few minutes’ walk up the road.
Sample gourmet produce, enjoy sun ripened fruit/vege that is freshly picked or chew the fat with the grower or farmer – this brings you back to a truly authentic food experience.
Make a Splash with the Family
Less than 10 minutes’ drive is the “funtastic” Splash Planet theme park, a beloved Hawke's Bay summer destination offering a day of theme park rides and water attractions. Splash Planet is the perfect place for the whole family to spend a day and re-connect with ‘FUN’.
Step Back In Time with the Art Deco Trail & Art Deco Weekend
Napier is internationally recognised as the home of Art Deco, and there are much architecture from this era across the region. Whether you are attending one of the annual celebrations or events, there are a range of activities and Art Deco tours that provide an excuse to dress up a bit!
Get Out and Explore
Our region is very easy to explore and the locals are friendly. Whether you want to visit the Gannet Colony at Cape Kidnappers, try your hand at excellent fly-fishing, hunting or trekking, or want to get out with a group of friends to enjoy a few rounds on world-class golf courses, it is all here! With our temperate climate and high annual sunshine hours, the majority of experiences are available year round too.
