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Hawke’s Bay wine country has diverse landscape, bountiful produce, award-winning wines, unique wildlife, stunning architecture and a rich cultural heritage.

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Bursting with taste sensations, Hawke's Bay is one of New Zealand's leading food and wine destinations, home to fabulous wines at over 70 wineries, as well as delightful fresh produce, epicurean delights and gourmet experiences. The region’s unique heritage ranges from fascinating Maori legends and sacred sites to European settlement. Hawke’s Bay’s destiny was shaped by a devastating 1931 earthquake and the remarkable result was the birth of the dazzling Art Deco and Spanish Mission architectural styles of Napier and Hastings. Hot on the New Zealand scene, Hawke’s Bay’s stunning Mediterranean climate and enviable East Coast setting lure visitors to experience a region rich in delicious flavours and beautiful things.

Legend of the Seas berthed in Napier

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Please note that Port of Napier prohibits visitors from walking off the port for safety and security reasons. You will need to catch the port shuttle to exit the Port of Napier. The shuttle will stop off at the security gates of the Port of Napier. It is another 2.5km (1.6 miles) or 15 minute walk to the city.

Check with your cruise ship for shuttle services from the pier into Napier city centre with drop off at the Napier i-SITE centrally located on Marine Parade.

On foot
Napier city is compact and easily explored on foot.

Public Buses
To explore the outlying areas, take the local bus which will cost no more than NZD 6 one-way. Take Route 12 for Napier-Hastings, and Route 13 to access Taradale where many of the local wineries are located.

Taxis
Taxis are available in the maritime precinct.

In Napier, freephone 0800 627 437, to hire a taxi.

Not all taxis accept credit cards - please ask your driver before boarding.

Car Rentals
We recommend booking rental cars in advance. Visit the Transport section for further details of rental car companies in the Hawkes Bay region.

Recommended Shopping
Napier's city centre of Emerson Street, Tennyson Street & Hastings Street have a variety of high street shopping options. Visit HawkesBayNZ.com and click on 'Shopping & Services' for shopping listings.

Recommended Restaurants, Cafes and Bars
You can find a list of restaurants, cafes and bars in the Hawkes Bay region on HawkesBayNZ.com. Click on ‘Food & Wine’ for a variety of dining options.

Nearest Post Shop
Napier Post Shop: Cnr Dickens and Hastings Streets, +64 6 835 3725

Napier Paper Plus: Shop 24, 57 Dickens Street, +64 6 835 9800

Visit the New Zealand Post website for more details.

Nearest Internet Café
Email Espresso: 6 Hastings Street, Napier

Cybers Internet Café: 98 Dickens Street, Napier

Activities within 5km of the port

Visit Napier i-SITE Visitor Centre to get some ideas on the outstanding range of scenic highlights, activities and attractions in the Hawkes Bay region.

Napier i-SITE: 100 Marine Parade, +64 6 834 1911

Activity:
	The Masters Lodge Walking/Trekking We offer an experienced personal guide for custom-designed tramps developed for the type of challenge you seek and based on your degree of difficulty.
	Laserforce Miscellaneous Madness The ultimate live action laser tag game. State of the art electronic equipment brings you stunning excitement in an awesome two level maze!
	Classic Sheepskins Urban and Scenic Attractions Classic Sheepskins tannery in Napier, New Zealand. Twice daily tours of the tannery and sheepskin product manufacturing.
	Kennedy Park Top 10 Resort Conventions/Venues Air-conditioned conference and team-building facilities. Meeting room holds 60 persons theatre-style.
	Hawke's Bay Museum & Art Gallery, Napier Museums Art, Design, Culture & Heritage exhibitions feature including 1931 Earthquake, Art Deco, Maori Treasures (taonga)

Upon disembarking, you should be greeted by friendly and helpful locals who can supply you with maps and information as well as important information such as where to find money changing facilities.

As cruise ships berth close to the city, you are also a few minutes away from shopping, dining and all sorts of urban comforts. If you need some local assistance, call into the Napier i-SITE Visitor Centre which is centrally located on Marine Parade.

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