Nau mai ki Te Matau-a-Māui. Welcome to Hawke's Bay.

You've arrived at the newest Great Wine Capital of the World - Hawke's Bay, New Zealand's Food and Wine Country.

Explore the most comprehensive guide for things to do, events to attend, places to stay, and delights to eat and drink in Central Hawke's Bay, Hastings, Havelock North, Napier and Wairoa. 

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What's New

Hot off the press - here's the latest things to eat, drink, see, do or help plan your next escape to Hawke's Bay / Te Matau-a-Māui.

Events

Summer Events Guide

Your ticket to a stunning summer

See & Do

Art Deco Festival is back

Hawke's Bay biggest party returns

Eat & Drink

We're a Great Wine Capital

Hawke's Bay joins global network

Hawke's Bay / Te Matau-a-Māui

Destinations

Dive deeper into what makes each of our destinations so special - must do's, culture and heritage, hidden gems, suggested itineraries and more.

Hawke's Bay

A bountiful region, known for its hospitality / manaaki for visitors

Central Hawke's Bay

Majestic homesteads, thriving townships, and stunning nature experiences

Hastings District

Fertile plains and natural playgrounds, with an energetic city at its centre

Havelock North

Picturesque village, home to boutique shopping and culinary delights

Napier City

Art Deco capital, with vibrant CBD with stunning Pacific Ocean vistas

Wairoa District

Rich in culture and heritage, with spectacular landscapes to explore

Hawke's Bay

Highlights

Inspiration to get you started on experiencing all that our region has to offer.

Events

Rock out with Robbie @ the Mission concert

Eat & Drink

Video series - recipes of Hawke's Bay

See & Do

10 scenic cycling and walking trails

Destinations

Find fun in Hastings city after 5

Hawke's Bay

Must Dos

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Hastings

Bask at the beach

Best beach EVER!

Eat & Drink

Te Awanga

Summer Winery Dining

Enjoy al fresco winery dining

Eat & Drink

Hastings

Walk through nature

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Walking & Hiking

Napier

Nom Nom

Fill your boots with delicious food here

Eat & Drink

Central

Go to the beach

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Sports & Recreation

Hawke's Bay

Recommended Itineraries

Here in New Zealand's Food and Wine Country, great recipes are in our DNA. From daytrips to multi-day journeys, these recipes for your Hawke's Bay holiday are sure to rise.

Get amongst the Great Outdoors

A journey through diverse landscapes offers both adrenaline-pumping and soft adventure activities.

Central Hawke's Bay: Country to Coast

The district is home to six stunning, scenic beaches. Sounds like heaven.

Twin Cities Urban Route

An urban culinary adventure to rival even the most bustling metropolis.

Unearth the secrets of Wairoa District

Your journey is not complete until you have uncovered the hidden gems of the northern Hawke's Bay.

The Artisans

Get up close and personal with some of the region's greatest producers.

The 48-hour Hawke's Baycation

Two full-to-the-brim days, bursting with Food and Wine Country goodness.

Cruise the road less travelled

State Highway 50 through Central Hawke's Bay is a spectacular driving route, made for savouring.

Icons of Hawke's Bay

The must-see, the must-experience, the must-discover highlights that every traveller tells you about.

24 hours in Food and Wine Country

All the must-do's when you've only got one night in Hawke's Bay

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