Top Things to do in Hawke's Bay Region
Top 10 Things to do Good for Couples in Hawke's Bay Region, North Island
Discover the best top things to do in Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand including Brookfields Vineyards, Gannet Colony, Junction Wines, Shine Falls, Askerne Vineyards, Te Mata Park, Mission Estate Winery, Cape Kidnappers, Marine Parade, Te Mata Peak.
Restaurants in Hawke's Bay Region
1. Brookfields Vineyards
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 83 reviews
Reviewed By 829melvinl - Napier, New Zealand
Sharon is a great host, this is the absolutely best wine tasting experience I have had and probably will be for ever! Excellent wines to take home after to relive the experience!
2. Gannet Colony
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By DayTrip769695
Our guide David was terrific as he drove us up and down very narrow roads using a 4 wheel drive vehicle to the top of an overlooking cliff where there were hundreds of gannets. The view of the bays and beaches were spectacular. David was very knowledgeable about the area and the environment. At the end we had q light tea with the best strawberries we ever had
3. Junction Wines
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By rowenab305 - Dannevirke, New Zealand
We had Jo and John come to the Dannevirke Service and Citizen’s Club to do a wine tasting. It was such a great afternoon with a fantastic knowledge couple and lots of beautiful wines
4. Shine Falls
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 116 reviews
Reviewed By sallytd14 - Nelson, New Zealand
The Shine Falls are about 1.5 hour drive from Napier on the road to Gisborne. We were taking our time so you could get there a bit quicker than it took us. You park at a DOC carpark and have an hours walk ahead of you. You would need a reasonable fitness level but in saying that we bumped into several families who were walking with very young (2 year olds!!) that made the entire trip themselves - albeit that they took a bit longer than the one hour. The falls are spectacular and well worth the walk. The walk starts out through a working farm and then meanders into native bush. It is quite hard going in a few places but not what I'd call "challenging". Certainly a must do if you've never been there. The falls are about 60 meters high!!!!!! Fantastico!!!!
5. Askerne Vineyards
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 83 reviews
Reviewed By Venture06753728273 - Hamilton, New Zealand
Omg what a beautiful venue. This was one of the 4 stops on our guided wine tour and we had a blast. Greeted and served by Laura, the founders daughter, we were treated with care and respect...and with a fantastic quick wit and easy banter! The lass is a natural! We heard of the wineries history, struggles and progress while we were offered a delicious platter for our group and with each wine tasting that followed we fell more in love with her. We may have tried to set her up with a single brother haha. The selection of gourmet picnic items available for purchase, as well as the wines, were delicious and Laura made our time there so much fun. We'll be sure to recommend you to all and will be back in the future :)
6. Te Mata Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By 565francisb - Sydney, Australia
Te Mata Park is a must-visit if you are spending time in Hawke's Bay. It's rich in Maori cultural tradition and history. Well-signposted walks and mountain-bike tracks, coupled with magnificent views to all corners of the compass.
7. Mission Estate Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 943 reviews
At Mission Estate, we have been perfecting our craft since 1851. By combining the traditional craft of winemaking with the latest technology, we are reaching out to a new generation of wine lovers across the globe.
Reviewed By Kitkatchunkytravels
My girlfriend and I visited Mission Estate when we were in Napier and were pleasantly surprised with the friendliness of the staff who did the wine tasting - Chris from Coventry you are amazing and you made our day! So much interesting knowledge considering he's new and a great laugh for us! Free wine glass is a bonus and the dessert wine was delicious! Thoroughly recommend
8. Cape Kidnappers
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 329 reviews
Reviewed By peter_minchin - Motueka, New Zealand
Our trip out ot Cape Kidnappers was the highlight of our visit to the Napier area, A very good guide, comfortable bus and the birds were wonderful.
9. Marine Parade
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,451 reviews
Reviewed By 775gilvray - Cambridge, New Zealand
We loved the water front and enjoyed all the things passed, the children's bike park was well used. The art deco was sound shell is a beautiful piece of art We loved viewing platform and it was particularly exciting watching the huge waves that were crashing into it I would strongly recommend that you take this walk. Well done Napier.
10. Te Mata Peak
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,684 reviews
Reviewed By JMT_NZ - Auckland Central, New Zealand
Te Mata Peak is simply stunning. I've driven to the peak several times and it's a great experience to take in the wider Hawkes Bay. If you drive right to the top then it's suitable for people with impaired mobility although they need to be able to walk up a short steep gradient for the best views from the trig.
