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 National Aquarium of New Zealand
Tours can be tailored to suit any particular area of interest and include handling of some animals.
For special gifts and unique souvenirs, please visit our Aquarium Shop located near front reception.
There is a café called the Fishbowl Café.
At set times during the day, divers will enter the Oceanarium to feed the fish, and there will be other presentations
around the aquarium. Check the sign boards for times.
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Gannet Colonies - Cape Kidnappers
There are three main colonies on the Cape Kidnappers Gannet Reserve. The Saddle Colony, which is the oldest,
was first noted in the 1850's. As the Gannet numbers increased the Plateau Colony was then formed, these two colonies can be viewed by
taking a 20 minute walk from the Department of Conservation Rest Shelter. The Black Reef Colony is now the largest of the three
and can be viewed from the trailer deck.
Guided tours are given with informative commentries by local experienced guides, view the website links below for more information.
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Marineland of New Zealand
Located on Napier's sunny Marine Parade, we are the ideal highlight to any holiday with a show, swim, or a
tour. Learn how we look after sick and injured penguins. Make a booking for a swim
or one of our tours. Follow the Norfolk Pine trees down the Marine Parade to find us.
Marineland is open daily and includes the antique Lilliput Model Railway. We also cater for all types of
groups from schools to community groups.
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Ocean Spa
Vast Ocean views, warm soothing water and bubbles provide for relaxation and body energizing for those who visit Napier's
latest attraction, the Ocean Spa Napier.
The Ocean Spa complex provides open air hot pools year round including a 25 m lap pool, two leisure pools, toddlers pool,
outdoor and private indoor spas. The outdoor spas are raised high enough for those seated to enjoy the expansive sea views
through the protective glass fencing. Included also in the complex are a steam room, sauna, sun bed, massage facility and
the Ocean Club Swim Gym. Bathers enjoy underfloor heating in the change rooms with hire robes, swimwear, towels and equipment
also available.
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Napier Aquatic Centre
Napier Aquatic Centre is run by the Napier City Council and boasts some of the finest leisure facilities in
the region, which combines four superb swimming facilities, three hyrdroslides, two spas and a private learner's pool.
There is something for everyone with a variety of different programmes on offer to entertain people of all ages.
The Napier Aquatic Centre has 2 fast thrill action packed super slides which are open 7 days a week. It has a full size, outdoor, sand volleyball court available, you can hire the court for your own games
or host a work challenge.
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Par 2 Golf
Meet Seamore the Seagull at our sea-side minigolf courses. Challenge your friends and family for a round and return
for a discounted game (same day).
One course is curved amongst landscaped gardens with views out across the Pacific Ocean. Tricky slopes make for a challenging game of minigolf.
The other course is full of wacky angles and water hazards wending trhough the trees.
If you have struck a Hole in One during your game there are awards to be earned along with Mystery Holes and Score of the Day prizes. Loyalty cards are available - your tenth game is free!
Open daily (weather permitting) 9.30am to 4.30pm (last tee-off).
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Parks, Pathways, Playgrounds and Reserves
There are 22 locations of children's playgrounds in Napier City Reserves. Areas devoted specifically
to children's play are set aside in various city reserves. They are intended to provide for stimulating but safe play in open
air settings.
Napier has numerous walkways linking neighbourhoods and offering the chance to walk in pleasant, quiet surroundings away from
the bustle and traffic of city life.
The walk routes range over hillside, seaside and riverside locations. In this leaflet some of the most scenic and historically
interesting walks are highlighted.
Some of the walks are circular, many are one way, some link up with others.
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Art Deco Walks
Daily walking tours - Join the 20,000 plus people who take a guided Art Deco Walk each year. Your accredited guide
will bring Napier's fascinating architecture to life for you as you take an easy stroll through the compact Art Deco Quarter in the
vibrant city centre. Walks are held twice daily year-round (except Christmas Day), and are held rain or shine. No bookings are necessary.
All walkers receive an informative Art Deco Walk booklet. Complimentary refreshments and a video screening are available
afterwards.
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Hawke's Bay Museum & Art Gallery
Located in the centre of Napier, Hawke's Bay Museum & Art Gallery transcends its modest size to maintain
an enviable reputation of the home of the most innovative design exhibitions in New Zealand. The exhibition programme has a
variety of changing exhibitions which include the 1931 Napier Earthquake and Art Deco Style.
The Museum Shop has a fantastic range of art and design related merchandise and the Century Cinema screens art-house movies.
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Municipal Theatre
The Napier Municipal Theatre's unique Art Deco heritage has been preserved with the skilful addition of modern
theatre facilities making it the best provincial performing arts centre in the nation. The theatre is a model of architectural beauty
and Art Deco style and its stage has been graced with international acts and local performers alike.
The theatre has a seating capacity of 977. The stunning auditorium is available for hire for everything from stage productions
to corporate launches.
The circular Pan Pac foyer offers yet another stunning environment in which to entertain, exhibit, conference or simply
hold an unforgettable function.
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HB Wine Country Cat
The Hawke's Bay Wine Country Cat sails from the 'Iron Pot', West Quay, Napier, and is an experience
that is long to be remembered by all who cruise with us.
We offer a powerful online booking facility. This involves a three step process that is simple to use and incorporates the
highest standard of online security.
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Council Information
Visitors & Tourists
