5 Best Things to Do in Napier, New Zealand | Celebrity Cruises Port Guide
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Beyond the city, Hawk Bay reveals rolling vineyards, coastal scenery, and countryside landscapes best explored by bicycle, scenic coach, or on foot.
No visit to Napier feels complete without tasting wines in Hawks Bay where scenic vineyards and relaxed tastings showcase some of New Zealand's most renowned wines.
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Discover the best things to do in Napier, New Zealand on a Celebrity Cruise: the Art Deco District, the National Aquarium of New Zealand, and wine tasting in Hawke's Bay. Napier blends coastal scenery, Art Deco charm, and world-famous wine country along New Zealand's North Island. Here are 5 things to do while exploring Napier on a Celebrity Cruise. Start by exploring the Art Deco District, where vintage architecture and pastel-colored buildings give the city its unmistakable 1930s character. Along the waterfront, the National Aquarium of New Zealand offers an immersive look into the country's marine life and underwater ecosystems. Beyond the city, Hawke's Bay reveals rolling vineyards, coastal scenery, and countryside landscapes best explored by bicycle, scenic coach, or on foot along coastal trails. For something unforgettable, tour a gannet colony perched along the dramatic cliffs of Cape Kidnappers, where thousands of seabirds gather above the coastline. No visit to Napier feels complete without tasting wines in Hawke's Bay, one of New Zealand's most renowned wine regions, where scenic vineyards and relaxed tastings showcase the best of the area's Cabernet, Merlot, and Chardonnay. Ready to sail? Explore Napier cruise itineraries and shore excursions at Celebrity Cruises below, or call 1-800-CELEBRITY to speak with a vacation planner. Chapters: 0:00 Napier Overview 0:17 Art Deco District 0:27 National Aquarium of New Zealand 0:42 Hawke's Bay Vineyards & Coastal Scenery 0:54 Cape Kidnappers Gannet Colony 1:04 Hawke's Bay Wine Tasting Links: Napier Cruise Port Guide: https://www.celebritycruises.com/ports/napier Napier Shore Excursions: https://www.celebritycruises.com/ports/napier/shore-excursions Australia & New Zealand Cruises: https://www.celebritycruises.com/destinations/australia-new-zealand-cruises Wine Cruise Destinations (Hawke's Bay feature): https://www.celebritycruises.com/blog/wine-cruise Blog: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific: https://www.celebritycruises.com/blog/destinations/australia-new-zealand-and-the-pacific ---------- Official Celebrity Cruises Website: https://www.CelebrityCruises.com Browse Cruise Itineraries: https://www.celebritycruises.com/itinerary-search Subscribe to Celebrity Cruises on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/CELEBRITYCRUISES/?sub_confirmation=1 ---------- Imagery and messaging may not accurately reflect onboard and destination experiences, offerings, features, or itineraries. These may not be available during your voyage, may vary by ship and destination, and may be subject to change without notice."