Hastings Attractions

Hastings District combines the best of country and city - from adventures in the great outdoors to fine dining and great nightlife, it's all here.

There are walks for all - from ½ hour leisurely strolls around Te Mata Peak to overnight treks in the ranges where snow glistens on the mountains in winter and the sun shines continuously in summer. If that's not your cup of tea the following are but a selection of all we have to offer - trout fishing in the TukiTuki river, jet-boating, kayaking, paragliding, hot-air ballooning, scenic flights, mountain biking, horse trekking, exploring the local beaches and 4-Wheel drive adventures to Cape Kidnappers Gannet Colony.

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For the family: Splash Planet Fun Park, The Seahorse Farm, The Amazing Maize ‘n Maze, Beatles Museum, Omahu Bird and Animal Park, Haumoana Farmyard Zoo and the Keirunga Park Railway - to name a few.

Hastings has a vibrant arts scene. Creative juices are flowing throughout the Bay, particularly in the seaside communities of Haumoana and Te Awanga. Grab an art trail and discover some of the many painters, sculptors and ceramic artists (the list is endless!) turning inspiration into art.

Many visitors base their holidays around one of the many nationally recognised events held here annually. Take your pick from some of the following: Harvest Hawke's Bay, Hastings Blossom Festival, Matariki Festival, Hawke's Bay Winemakers Charity Auction, and the Kelt Capital Spring Carnival with $1 Million stakes.

See a complete list of the Hawkes Bay region sightseeing activities.

This week's featured attractions in the Hawkes Bay region are:

Featured Attractions

Hawke's Bay Bus and Coach Operators Bus - Havelock North When your group book a Nimon and Sons coach you know that you'll be travelling in style. Wherever your destination, the city or airport transfers to your accommodation location; the Nimon's luxury fleet of coaches will provide the very best in comfort, safety and technology. From 18-seater mini-coaches to VIP vehicles some with aircraft-style seating and bathroom facilities, the unmistakable Nimon fleet travels all over the North Island and beyond. More...

6 Day Northern Highlights Scenic Tour Multi-day Coach Tour - Auckland From Auckland to Wellington, the Northern Highlights tour showcases the best of New Zealands North Island. From Aucklands Skytower to an authentic Maori Hangi and concert. The historical Waitaingi Treaty House, Rotorua and Whakarewarewa thermal reserves, and Skyline Gondola, make this trip an unforgettable experience. More...

Hawkes Bay Scenic Tours Sightseeing - Napier Welcome to Hawkes Bay Scenic Tours. Napier is internationally renowned as the "Gourmet Food and Wine" destination and is the "Art Deco" capital of the world. We offer fully guided Wine and Scenic Tours, tasting World class Wines and visiting historic wineries. With over 2300 sunshine hours per year, beautiful public gardens, historic wineries, wonderful scenery and a fabulous Art Deco city, come and discover one of New Zealand's best kept secrets! More...

Bay Tours and Charters Wine Tour - Napier - Starting from NZ $65.00 per person See the "Best of the Bay" with Bay Tours & Charters. The company has been operating in Hawke's Bay since 1982, so we have the experience and skills to ensure we can fulfill your needs, whether it be a coach charter, package holiday, wineries tour, sightseeing trips, or becoming a member of our Tour Club for regular excursions. More...

the Hawkes Bay region Sightseeing options.