Waka Experience, Napier Contents

Welcome to Hawke’s Bay 1 Our Seasons 2 Getting Here 4 A Short History for Hawke's Bay 5 Our Māori Heritage 5 Napier 6 Ahuriri, Westshore & Esk Valley 8 Hastings 9 Havelock North 10 Haumoana & Te Awanga 11 Northern Hawke’s Bay 12 Central Hawke’s Bay 14 Architecture 16 Art & Culture 17 Food & Wine 18 Family Fun 19 Cycling 20 Walking 21 Beaches 22 Golf & Fishing 23 Weddings & Conferences 24 Where to Sleep 25 What to See & Do 28 Where to Eat & Drink 37 Cover image by: Brian Culy Events 2017 41 Photography kindly supplied by Richard Brimer, Eva Bradley, Brian Culy, John Miles, Kirsten Simcox & Tim Whittaker. Hawke’s Bay Regional Map Back

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Hawke’s Bay is a region of diverse and magnificent landscapes, from mountains and hill country to inland and coastal plains, occupying around 14000 square kilometres on the eastern side of New Zealand’s North Island. Sharks Tooth, Cape Kidnappers

From Māhia in the north to Porangahau in the south, In Māori mythology, the formation of Hawke’s Bay’s Hawke’s Bay’s 360 kilometres of coastline and beaches geography is found in the story of Maui, the most famous hugs the vast Pacific Ocean. of the Māori gods, who hauled up the North Island while out fishing one day with his brothers. Annoyed by the Blessed with fertile soils, an ideal contour, and a warm favouritism shown to Maui by the other gods, the brothers temperate climate, Hawke’s Bay’s prosperity is founded tried to sabotage his fishing efforts by refusing him a on its land-based economy. With its thousands of acres fishhook or some bait. of farms, orchards, and vineyards, along with the local industries that have grown up in support, there is good But the resourceful Maui produced his own hook, made reason why the region is held in such high regard as New from the jawbone of his grandmother, he punched himself Zealand’s agricultural powerhouse, and why life here in the nose, coated his hook with the blood that flowed, beats to a seasonal drum. and cast it into the depths where it was soon taken by something very large. The forces of nature that gifted Hawke’s Bay with its most notable landmarks, including Lake Waikaremoana, Te Mata After heaving the North Island to the surface, Maui’s Peak, and Cape Kidnappers, have also wreaked havoc on hook was instantly transformed into the cape that forms the local population to reshape and define the region we the southernmost tip of Hawke Bay – otherwise known as know today. Most infamous is the Hawke’s Bay Earthquake Cape Kidnappers. Viewed from above, you can still see of 1931, an event that changed the cityscapes of Napier and its hooked shape, which is why Hawke’s Bay is sometimes Hastings and the lives of their inhabitants forever. referred to as ‘Te Matau a Maui’ – The Fishhook of Maui.

hawkesbaynz.com 1 Summer is holiday time. Longs have given way to shorts, and the locals are in Our Seasons full outdoor swing. With longer days and warmer temperatures come fresh offerings – think outdoor concerts, twilight cricket, and new potatoes. There’s the Christmas Summer and New Year influx of course, with a well- spaced succession of long weekends to follow. It’s the start of the wedding season, when every day is a big day it seems, and the shores are asplash with swimmers and surfers. The early pre-starts of outboards sing a new dawn chorus in the settlements along the coast, as boaties prepare for another day on the ocean. Cruise ships begin their daily visits and Art Deco enthusiasts from around the world are all in a frenzy about their February pilgrimage to Napier for the annual Art Deco Festival.

View to Cape Kidnappers from Marine Parade Autumn

Autumn is a photographer’s dream. The last apple has been picked, the grapes are all but off the vines, and the landscape is a blaze as deciduous leaves turn gold, red, yellow and brown. With the sinking of the sun, the harder light of summer transforms into the golden syrupy light of autumn, illuminating the hills and filtering down through the trees to create long shadows and a magnificent three-dimensional spectacle. There’s no better way to witness the magic than an early morning or late afternoon hike along the tree-lined trails Te Mata Peak lookout, Havelock North leading to the summit of Te Mata Peak.

2 hawke’s bay visitor guide 2017 Spring is made for walking. Temperatures are on the rise, tracks are drying out, and the visible signs Spring of nature waking up are on show everywhere with bursts of blossoms, flushes of daffodils, and fresh green grass. Squadrons of male gannets have ensconced themselves in their headland sanctuaries at Cape Kidnappers, feathering their nests in anticipation of the arrival of their mates. Asparagus shoots have completed their first push through the soils, early strawberries are making their colourful appearance on the shelves, and lawnmowers are firing up for another busy season.

Taniwha Daffodils, Central Hawke’s Bay

Winter Winter is the season for hunkering down, but Hawke’s Bay is not dormant by any means. Early season there is a crisp stillness in the air, with blue skies and shortening sunny days. With the first dustings of snow on the ranges, life outside simply carries on indoors – wood supplies are brought in, fires are lit, hearty meals prepared. There are deals to be had at luxury lodges and boutique hotels for an intimate escape or a weekend rendezvous, and in June there is F.A.W.C.! – the winter session of the now famous Food and Wine Classic. With a local spin on winter fare and a flurry of new vintage releases, food lovers and wine drinkers have plenty of reasons to be happy. In winter, families begin their Saturday trudge around the sports parks and stadiums, and the roar from McLean Park tells us Poplars 7, Black Barn Lodge the Magpies are at it again. hawkesbaynz.com 3 Getting Here Roads to Hawke’s Bay By Air

From the north, there are two main routes into Napier. The Hawke’s Bay Airport is 10 minutes from Napier’s city centre Thermal Explorer Highway takes you down the centre of the and 25 minutes from Hastings. Air New Zealand operates daily North Island and through the historic geothermal areas of flights from Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Waitomo, Rotorua, and Lake Taupo. Jetstar offers daily flights between Auckland and Napier. Or you can take the road less travelled along the Pacific Coast Sounds Air operates 5 flights a week between Napier and Highway through Coromandel, Tauranga and Whakatane, Blenheim. around East Cape and down through Gisborne and Wairoa. This is one of the great campervan journeys and highly The airport is well serviced by rental car companies, shuttles recommended for anyone wanting to experience some of New buses and taxis. Visit www.hawkesbay-airport.co.nz to find out Zealand’s most beautiful and remote coastal parts. more.

To find out more about these two northern routes, visit Finding your way www.explorecentralnorthislandnz.com Pick up a map from one of the i-SITE Visitor Information If you’re driving to Hawke’s Bay from Wellington either take Centres in Wairoa, Napier, Hastings, Havelock North or SH1 up the Kapiti Coast and head inland at Levin, or head out Waipukurau. Hawke’s Bay also has a variety of camping through the Hutt Valley, over the Rimutaka Hill and through grounds and designated areas for freedom camping – these are the Wairarapa district. This latter route is part of the Classic all mapped out at www.camping.org.nz New Zealand Wine Trail that runs through the region’s famous winegrowing pockets and provides plenty of opportunities to Drive Times stop and explore the cafes, antique shops, and galleries. If travelling by car, here’s a guide to how long you can Hawke’s Bay is on the national coach route with daily services expect to be at the wheel. from Auckland, Gisborne, Palmerston North, Rotorua, Taupo and Wellington. For more information, visit www.intercity.co.nz Auckland – Napier Auckland or www.nakedbus.com 5.5 hours Rotorua – Napier By Sea Rotorua 2.5 hours Gisborne The Port of Napier hosts the arrival of multiple cruise ships Taupo – Napier Taupo throughout the summer season. Tens of thousands of cruise Napier visitors are shuttled to and from the Napier i-SITE Visitor 1.5 hours Hawke’s Bay Centre and there are a number of tour companies who pick Gisborne – Napier visitors up from the port itself. For more information and a 3 hours cruise ship schedule, visit www.napierport.co.nz Wellington – Napier Wellington 4 hours

4 hawke’s bay visitor guide 2017 A Short History for Hawke’s Bay Our Māori Heritage

Hastings Ngāti Kahungunu is the Iwi or tribe of Hawke’s Bay, having settled in the region sometime during the 16th Century. The Iwi gained territory through necessary migration from the Poverty Bay area into Wairoa, Ahuriri, Heretaunga and eventually Hawke’s Bay’s first inhabitants were Māori, who extending borders as far South as Cape Palliser in the Wairarapa. arrived here somewhere between 1250 and 1300 The name comes from Kahungunu, the eponymous ancestor from and established coastal settlements from Māhia whom the tribe claim descent. in the north to Porangahau in the south. The first European to arrive was probably Captain Cook, When Pākehā arrived in New Zealand, some of the northern tribes who sailed into Hawke Bay, October 1769 and again in got hold of muskets and attacked the Ngāti Kahungunu people 1773. He named the bay after Sir Edward Hawke, First during the Musket Wars of the 1820’s. Whaling stations were set up Lord of the Admiralty. It was on Cook’s first voyage on tribal land in the 1830s, and Ngāti Kahungunu began farming in the Endeavour that Cape Kidnappers was named, and market gardening. While some of the tribe's chiefs signed after an incident involving Tupaea, the Tahitian High the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, European settlers still managed Priest, who was seized by Māori, but later returned. to acquire a massive amount of ancestral land through unethical The first of many traders arrived in 1831, followed means. Today the tribe has more than 60,000 people and over 120 soon after by a succession of Anglican and Catholic marae across Hawke’s Bay and Wairarapa. missionaries. After the arrival of the first flock of sheep Legends play an important part in Māori culture and in Hawke’s in 1849, the early pastoral run holders began to establish Bay’s history. One of the most famous is the story of the Sleeping vast sheep stations that were to form the backbone of Giant, otherwise known as Te Mata Peak, which sits above Hawke’s Bay’s economy. A number of the region’s grand Havelock North. Its shape is said to be the outline of Rongokako, old homesteads, built by these early pastoralists, are still Gisborne a Māori chief who preyed upon the Heretaunga Plains, until he standing. The first successful orchard was planted in 1892, became enchanted with a neighbouring chief's daughter and which marked the start of the local horticultural industry. decided to make love instead of war. She set him many tasks, the The Hawke’s Bay earthquake of 1931 led to the last of which was to eat his way through the hill, but he choked on a creation of the Art Deco architectural style that has rock, fell to the ground dead, and still lies there today. come to define Napier. Other enduring benefits of this serious seismic event included the raising of Ahuriri Te Matatini Lagoon by over two metres providing much needed Ngāti Kahungunu will host the biennial Te Matatini Kapa Haka space for expansion. Today, Ahuriri is a sought-after Festival 22-26 February 2017 in Hawke’s Bay. location to live, work, and play. Visit www.tematatini.co.nz for more information.

hawkesbaynz.com 5 Napier Viewing platform on Marine Parade, Napier

Street after street of stunning and beautifully hours exploring the Pump Track, the National restored Art Deco styled buildings have made Aquarium of New Zealand, Par2MiniGolf, Ocean Napier famous as one of the most complete Spa and the new skate park incorporating the collections of Art Deco buildings in the world. former Marineland grandstand. The picnic areas are great for barbecues or rest stops if you’ve Often referred to as a 1930s film set, it provides been walking or cycling on the Hawke’s Bay a unique city backdrop and the perfect base Trails linking Napier to the rest of the region. from which to enjoy the Hawke's Bay region. Napier's iconic Norfolk Pines, the Deco Napier is home to many fine wineries, fabulous Soundshell, the Tom Parker fountain and restaurants, bars and cafes. The boutique shops statue depicting Pania of the Reef are a visual are a must visit for shoppers and the beautifully reminder of the city's past. For the perfect photo transformed Marine Parade is worth checking out. opportunity, visit the unique Viewing Platform Family friendly activities are the focus along which is located off the Marine Parade foreshore the Parade, the kids will be entertained for just down from the Pania statue.

Viewing platform on Marine Parade, Napier

6 hawke’s bay visitor guide 2017 Taradale

Taradale is a ten-minute drive from downtown Napier. It’s a self-contained, residential suburb with its own relaxed, village hub. It’s home to the Mission Estate and Church Road Wineries, two of Hawke’s Bay’s oldest wine producers. The Mission Concert is a local institution that has been bringing international live music acts to Taradale since 1993. Check out their website for concert dates. 5 Minutes down the road, you’ll find Otatara Pa Historic Reserve, the perfect place to take in stunning views of Napier across to Cape Kidnappers. Mission Concert, Taradale

Bucket List: Napier

> Experience Art Deco by guided walk, vintage car tour or at the Tremains Art Deco Festival > Have a close encounter at The National Aquarium of New Zealand – feed the penguins or swim with the sharks > Grab a bike and cycle the city, taking in the Seawalls Murals in Napier and Ahuriri > Check out the inner city shops, cafes and bars of Napier > Step back in time exploring historic technology at The Faraday Centre - Science and Technology Museum

For more information: Napier i-SITE Visitor Information Centre, Marine Parade, Napier - by the Soundshell beside the sea > Open daily from 9am-5pm Vintage Car Parade during Art Deco Festival, Napier hawkesbaynz.com 7 Ahuriri

Five minutes by car or an easy ten on the cycle trail, the historic fishing village of Ahuriri, is a seaside port settlement on the other side of the Napier hill that has evolved rapidly from being the exclusive domain of mariners and sea dogs to a very cool satellite of Napier with its own unique vibe and a growing list of cafes, bars, restaurants, galleries, apartments, and boutique stores. Ahuriri

Westshore is a great spot for a seaside escape with plenty of places to stay and it’s within easy walking distance to Westshore Beach, which by the way, is a great spot Westshore to stop for fish and chips to enjoy the sunset. The Ahuriri Estuary can be accessed via a boardwalk out across the water for a close-up viewing of wading birds and mud dwellers. Westshore is also on the Hawke’s Bay Trails so you can nip along & Esk Valley the trails towards Ahuriri for a bite to eat or head the other way towards Bay View for some scenic cycling along the coastline. Bay View has camp grounds, cafes and abundant fruit stalls laden year round with fruit. 5 minutes’ drive further along the coast will lead you to Esk Valley, home to wineries, vineyards and craft breweries.

Ahuriri Estuary

8 hawke’s bay visitor guide 2017 Hastings Hastings, CBD The Hastings District takes in a large and diverse area that includes local geographic heroes, Cape Kidnappers and Te Mata Peak, as well as being the engine room of the regional economy. As well as being home to the regional hospital and serving as a busy supply town to the surrounding farms, orchards, and vineyards, there’s a free thinking band of locals working hard to reinvigorate the CBD with an evolving enclave of open spaces to chill out and good restaurants, cafes and bars. The Hastings Night Market, held every Thursday from 5-9pm during the daylight saving season, has brought a new vibrancy to the inner city with its fresh produce, artisans and ethnic street food, local artists and performers. Hastings has an impressive display of public artworks placed throughout its central business area. Of special significance is Ngā Pou O Heretaunga – a collection of Maori carvings (pou) that sits permanently in Civic Square. Unveiled in 2013, each of the 18 pou that make up the collection represents an important Maori ancestor from the Heretaunga district. The Hastings iWay Loop is the urban cycle route that links to The Hawke’s Bay Cycle Trails for further exploration of the outlying district.

> Hawke’s Bay Farmers’ Market every > Harcourts Hastings City Night Market - every Sunday morning Thursday, November to March, 5pm-8pm > Ngā Pou o Heretaunga, Civic Square > Splash Planet – serious water park action Hastings November – April > Cellar Doors, and inner city cafes, > Horse of the Year, Showgrounds Hawke’s Bay, Bucket List: bars and restaurants 6th – 12th March Hastings For more info: Hastings i-SITE Visitor Information Centre, cnr Russell & Heretaunga St, Hastings. hawkesbaynz.com 9 Havelock North Just 5 minutes’ drive east from Hastings and 20 minutes south of Napier, Havelock North is a vibrant township that has cleverly managed to maintain its intimate village feel. The Village offers a variety of boutique shops, cafes and specialty food stores. It’s the perfect base for exploring the Tuki Tuki River Valley and beyond to Ocean Beach and Waimarama Beach, and just minutes away from some of the region’s best known wineries and restaurants. The newly opened accommodation, Porters Boutique Hotel, offers five star luxury in the Village. Bucket List: Havelock North

> Walk the tree-lined tracks through the Redwoods to the summit of Te Mata Peak for 360 degree views over Hawke’s Bay- or take the car, it’s quicker. > Meander through the Village for seriously good shopping, eating and coffee. > Head to Birdwoods Gallery, Sculpture Garden and Sweet Shop on Middle Road. > Make a beeline for Arataki Honey Visitor Centre. Great dining options 5 minutes’ drive away: > St Georges Restaurant > Black Barn Bisto > Terrôir Craggy Range > Red Barrel Vineyard (Open summer only, December – February)

Redwoods, Te Mata Peak

10 hawke’s bay visitor guide 2017 An easy 20 minute drive from Napier or the same Haumoana & distance from Havelock North these small but distinctly different villages are home to a tight community of coastal dwellers loving life close to the sea. The arts community is strong with galleries and vintage Te Awanga stores dotted along the road. Glamping sites have also popped up along the coast. Take the Hawke’s Bay Cycle Trail towards Clifton Beach, and a close-up view of Cape Kidnappers, or head out to see the gannets with a local tour operator.

Bucket List: Haumoana & Te Awanga > Enjoy an indulgent night at the Farm at Cape Kidnappers topped off with a round of golf or spa treatment > Spot gannets at Cape Kidnappers with Gannet Beach Adventures or Gannet Safaris Overland > Dine at Elephant Hill Winery > Take in the Sunday Sessions at Te Awanga Estate > Get up close and personal with the goats, ponies, alpacas and more at Hawke’s Bay Farmyard Zoo Elephant Hill Vineyards, Te Awanga hawkesbaynz.com 11 Northern Panekire Bluff, Lake Waikaremoana Hawke’s Bay Wairoa & Māhia Peninsula

Wairoa (Māori for long water) is the largest town in Northern Hawke’s Bay and a handy place to stop off or prepare for adventures in Te Urewera. It’s the gateway north to sublime fishing or surfing and diving spots, and also popular for a range of water sports, including water skiing, jet boating and rowing. Experience some of Wairoa’s rich heritage by walking the five-kilometer river walkway. Sites of historical significance share the stories of Maori and European settlement. The walk starts at the historic Portland Island Lighthouse – in service between 1878 and the mid-1950s, before it was moved to town in 1961 – and finishes at Pilot Hill. Forty minutes north of Wairoa on SH2 is Morere Hot Springs, a collection of mineral hot pools, set within the last remaining tracts of native rainforest on the East Coast. Just a few kilometres south of Morere is Māhia Peninsula, a bustling summer refuge and a magnet for fishermen, divers, and surfers. It’s one of New Zealand’s most reliable surfing destinations so there’s always a wave on somewhere. Fishermen love it because they can launch boats on either side of the peninsula, providing Lake Waikaremoana access to outstanding fishing and diving in almost any At 2127 square kilometres, Te Urewera is home to Lake weather. Waikaremoana, popular with walkers, kayakers, hunters, For more information: Wairoa i-SITE Visitor Centre, cnr campers, and fly fishing enthusiasts. of SH2 and Queen Street or the new Visitor Information One of New Zealand’s nine Great Walks, the 46km Centre at Home Bay. Lake Waikaremoana Track is a 3-4 day tramp along the western side that takes in ancient bush, remote beaches, abundant native birdlife, and magnificent vistas. To book, visit: www.doc.govt.nz

12 hawke’s bay visitor guide 2017 Mokotahi Hill Scenic Reserve, Mahia Peninsula Māhia Peninsula

Māhia Peninsula is a long time summer holiday retreat and a magnet for fisherman, divers and surfers. The peninsula has pristine sandy beaches and a 3.5 kilometer walking track through one of the last remaining lowland coastal forests on the East Coast. It’s a great spot to rent a holiday home or camp at the local holiday park. Mahia - home to Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1, the first orbital launch site in New Zealand.

Bucket List: Northern Hawke’s Bay

> Walk Lake Waikaremoana, one of New Zealand’s nine Great Walks > Take a dip at Morere Hot Springs > Walk the Wairoa River Walkway or cycle the new trails to Whakamahia > Surf at Māhia Peninsula > Cycle The Little Easy North on Easter Sunday > For a tasty bite to eat try East End café, or Oslers for the best pies in town hawkesbaynz.com 13 Get off the beaten track and take a short drive south of Napier & Hastings to explore Central Hawke’s Bay. With some of the best beaches, fishing and diving spots, water sport, cycling and historic homesteads being just some of the Central possibilities, there are plenty of reasons to stop and stay. Central Hawke’s Bay runs from Pukehou and Otane in the north to Takapau in the south. If you head west you’ll find Hawke’s Bay yourself at the foot of the Ruahine Ranges, home to some excellent walking and tramping tracks - a wander up to Sunrise Hut is a must. To the east you’ll find six unique Waipukurau & Waipawa beaches, offering a different experience from swimming, diving, fishing, or just a relaxing stay with a seaside view. Waipukurau is the agricultural hub of Central Hawke’s Bay, with a vibrant main street and accommodation it’s a perfect base to start day trips and get out and explore the area – pop into the local Information Centre located at the old Railway Station to tap into some handy local knowledge. Waipawa is just a 5 minute drive northeast of Waipukurau and is home to some of Hawke’s Bay's best rainbow and brown trout fishing spots. Dotted along the main street are a number of boutique shops and cafes, and you’ll also find the Central Hawke’s Bay Settlers Museum which offers a nostalgic glimpse of life back in the day. If you’re heading into Central Hawke’s Bay from State Highway 50 you’ll get a view of some of Hawke’s Bay’s most spectacular farmland. This is where a number of historic farm homesteads are situated and if you take a visit to the small town of Ongaonga you’ll discover a well preserved collection of original historic buildings. Whether you are on or off shore the spectacular Te Angiangi Marine Reserve, a whopping 138ha reef running from Blackhead Beach to Aramoana, means the kids can explore rock pools and sea life while you swim, dive, fish and snorkel along the coastline. Stay on the coast road and head a little further south to discover the coastal settlement of Porangahau. Te Paerahi Beach, Porangahau’s main beach front, is home to a huge stretch of white sand, great for exploring on foot or horseback and is famed for its superb diving and fishing. While you’re there get a photo at one of the World’s longest place names just 6kms east of the township. Have a go at this - Taumata whakatangi hangakoauau o tamatea turi pukakapiki maunga horo nuku pokai whenua kitanatahu. Hiking the Porangahau Hills, Central Hawke’s Bay

14 hawke’s bay visitor guide 2017 Gwavas Garden and Homestead

Country Homesteads Bucket List: > Oruawharo Homestead, Takapau Central Hawke’s Bay www.oruawharo.com > Gwavas Garden & Homestead, Tikokino > Celebrate the Spring Fling throughout September and October in Central Hawke’s Bay with a series of standout www.gwavasgarden.co.nz events highlighting the best of spring > Ashcott Homestead, Tikokino > Give the Cable Ski a go at Backpaddock Lakes Wake Board www.ashcotthomestead.co.nz and Water Ski Park > Chapelwick Coastal Estate and Historic Chapel, > Pick daffodils at Taniwha Daffodils in September Porangahau www.chapelwick.co.nz > Cycle the Little Easy on Good Friday or cycle the Central > Wallingford Homestead, Porangahau Hawke’s Bay Rotary River Pathway anytime www.wallingford.co.nz > Visit the Central Hawke’s Bay Settlers Museum for a > Woburn Homestead, Waipukurau nostalgic glimpse of life back in the day www.woburnhomestead.co.nz > Visit Te Angiangi Marine Reserve hawkesbaynz.com 15 Architecture Hawke’s Bay is known among Art Deco enthusiasts the world over for its architecture. Napier’s Art Deco Precinct in and around the Art Deco Masonic Hotel on Marine Parade, and the Art Deco Trust building provides a gathering place and convenient stopover for tours, walks and other Art Deco events. Following the 7.8 magnitude earthquake that brought Napier and Hastings to its knees in 1931, the citizens were presented with a blank canvas for the reconstruction of their two cities. Napier today has 140 original Art Deco buildings, while Hastings has a similar number of Art Deco, Spanish Mission and Stripped Classical styles. The Art Deco Shop on Tennyson Street has a complete range of information relating to the cities architectural heritage. It is also where all walks and tours begin. Bucket List : Architecture NAPIER HIGHLIGHTS > Best Art Deco examples can be found on Tennyson Street, Hastings Street and Emerson Street; including the Daily Telegraph Building and the Municipal Theatre. > National Tobacco Company in Ahuriri HASTINGS & HAVELOCK NORTH HIGHLIGHTS > Spanish Mission style Westerman’s Building > Methodist Church on Hastings Street > Hawke’s Bay Opera House > Dominion Restaurant on Heretaunga Street > Duart House, Havelock North CENTRAL HAWKE’S BAY > Wallingford Homestead, built in 1853 > Oruawharo, built in 1879 > Woburn, built in 1860 > Chaplewick, built in 1854 > Gwavas built in 1890 > Ashcott Homestead, built 1854 To visit these homes please call beforehand to make an The T & G Building, Marine Parade Napier appointment.

16 hawke’s bay visitor guide 2017 Art & Culture Golden Kowhai, by Paul Dibble With a creative culture fed by good food and great wine, Hawke’s Bay is home to many of New Zealand’s best- known artists, photographers, furniture and fashion designers, musicians, and filmmakers. From art installations in public spaces around Napier, Hastings, and Havelock North, and a growing number of small galleries representing local and national artists – there is always something to discover. The Hastings City Art Gallery holds regular exhibitions of national and international contemporary art and design, while the MTG Hawke’s Bay (think: Museum, Theatre, Gallery) in Napier is home to the region’s permanent collection of treasures, and is also a destination for art exhibitions and other cultural events. Pick up a copy of the Hawke’s Bay Art Guide from an iSITE Visitor Information Centre or visit www.hawkesbayartguide.co.nz Bucket List: Art & Culture

NAPIER HIGHLIGHTS > MTG Hawke’s Bay- Museum Theatre and Gallery, Napier > Marine Parade Sculptures > Sea Walls: Murals for Oceans > Waiohiki Arts Village > NZ Wood, Jade and Greenstone Gallery HASTINGS HIGHLIGHTS > Hastings City Art Gallery > Ngā Pou o Heretaunga > Hastings Icons > Parlour Projects > The Hawke’s Bay Arts Festival

hawkesbaynz.com 17 F.A.W.C! Little Locavore's, Hawke’s Bay Farmers Market Food & Wine

Hawke’s Bay’s warm, Mediterranean climate has fostered a thriving food and wine scene, paying homage to the seasons and building a dedicated local and international following. As New Zealand’s oldest and second largest wine growing region, Hawke’s Bay is known for its full-bodied reds, with more than 80 percent of the country’s plantings of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah grapes. Hawke’s Bay’s terroir also happens to be ideal for producing world-class Chardonnays. Choose your favourite way to explore the vineyards – by bike, car, or have someone else guide you – there are plenty of great local guides who offer wine tours and loads of local knowledge. Mark your diary now for F.A.W.C.! (that’s the Food and Wine Classic) — Hawke’s Bay’s own “out of the box” food and wine event series. Held for a month in winter and over ten days in summer (early November) it’s a showcase of all that’s good about food and wine in Hawke’s Bay. Napier’s CBD has a great urban dining scene with several great bars and restaurants, and over the hill in Ahuriri, West Quay and Westshore there is even more choice. Both Hastings and Havelock North have plenty of options for great food and dining, and local craft beers can now be found at many as well. Grab a copy of the 2017 Ultimate Hawke’s Bay Food and Wine Guide for more information of the top eating and drinking spots in Hawke’s Bay Markets in Hawke's Bay > Napier Urban Farmers’ Market, Clive Square, Napier. Saturday 9am-1pm > Hawke’s Bay Farmers’ Market, Hastings Showgrounds. Sunday 8.30am-12.30pm > Hastings City Night Market, Albert Square, every Thursday 5pm-8pm, November to March > Black Barn Growers’ Market, Black Barn, Havelock North – every Saturday in summer

18 hawke’s bay visitor guide 2017 Top 12 Family Activities

1 Scoot your way or hire a bike along Marine Parade, stop 7 Arataki Honey Visitor Centre in Havelock North is a-buzz for Rush Munroe ice-cream and check out the Junior Bike with all things honey and Silky Oak Chocolate Company Track and the Napier Pump Track. is a whole lot of rich chocolate goodness.

2 Let the kids loose for a day at Splash Planet in Hastings, 8 Par 2 Mini Golf has two 18 hole golf courses to choose New Zealand’s only water based theme park. from and is right on Marine Parade next to the Napier i-SITE. 3 Take the overland safari tour or go by beach tractor to visit the world’s largest mainland gannet colony at Cape 9 Explore MTG Hawke’s Bay. With Activity trails and Kidnappers. holiday programmes it’s the perfect way to pass an hour or an afternoon in the city. 4 Get up close and personal with penguins and sharks at the National Aquarium of New Zealand. 10 Step back in time exploring historic technology with The Faraday Centre Museum of Science and Technology. 5 Take the kids horse-trekking with Hawke’s Bay Farmyard Zoo, while you’re there get up close to a bunch of farm 11 Take a visit to Birdwoods Gallery in Havelock North, animals including llamas, pigs, rabbits, goats and deer. enjoy a meal in the garden, take in the sculptures, samples a real fruit ice cream then create your own mixed bag of 6 Laser Force in Napier is a two level maze of combat where sweets from the old fashions candy store. you don the latest electronic battle suits and use bright red laser beams in an arena surrounded by fog. 12 For the bigger kids, get adventurous with a Mohaka rafting experience.

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Splash Planet hawkesbaynz.com 19 Cycling Sileni Estate, Hastings

Open all year round, Hawke’s Bay’s network of cycle trails is an easy and safe way to see Hawke’s Bay when you have time on your hands and want an adventure you’ll never experience by car. No busy roads, no horns no paparazzi – just the ambient scrunch of rubber tyres on packed lime. Over 200 km of flat easy trails, designed for all ages and cycling abilities. The cycle trail allows you to choose your own path and hop on and off anywhere. One of the popular routes is the Wineries Ride which loops through Hawke’s Bay’s western wine growing area. Linking together the wineries and Cellar Doors in Bridge Pa and Gimblett Gravels. The Hawke’s Bay Trails also include the Napier and Hastings iWAY. Safe and easy paths that link the suburbs on Napier and Hastings to the main townships, making it easier for travelers to get around. Bucket List: Cycling

> Cycle the Big Easy - Join the throng who mount their bikes on Easter Saturday for The Big Easy Cycle Ride over the Hawke’s Bay Trails. It’s a 40-45 kilometre, all day affair, so there’s no need to rush- and a chance to make the most of the many distractions on the way > The Little Easy - Good Friday in Central Hawke’s Bay, The Little Easy North - Easter Sunday in Wairoa. For full details on these events visit www.thebigeasy.co.nz > Take it off road at Eskdale Mountain Bike Park. Uphillers and downhillers – this is one of New Zealand’s largest bike parks, with over 80 kilometres of tracks made especially for adrenaline junkies. For more on these trails visit: www.hawkesbaymtb.co.nz/parks/eskdale/ > Test your mettle riding up and down Te Mata Peak > Check out the new Pump Tracks on Napier’s Marine For more information: Pick up a Hawke’s Bay Trails Parade and Havelock North’s Romanes Park Map from an i-SITE Visitor Information Centre or download a copy from www.hawkesbaytrails.co.nz

20 hawke’s bay visitor guide 2017 From sweeping coastline to the rugged native bush of the Ruahine Ranges, walking will take Walking you to some of Hawke’s Bay’s most beautiful and otherwise inaccessible places. Whether it’s a sustained burst of power walking or a slow and steady chug, there are walks to cater for all fitness levels and ambitions. For the more urban of walkers, there is plenty in Napier and Hastings for lovers of the Art Deco and Spanish Mission architectural styles to check out in reasonably close proximity. There are also the Hawke’s Bay Trails to meander around as well. For the adventurous walker, Hawke’s Bay offers a wonderful range of natural attractions and wilderness conservation areas that can be explored via a well-established network of walking tracks. The Department of Conservation (DOC) builds and maintains walking tracks all over Hawke’s Bay. These range from just a few hours, to single day, overnight and multi-day treks. Nestled in the Te Urewera, Lake Waikaremoana sets the scene for one of New Zealand's great walks - with more than 20 tracks to lead you through ancient forests and abundant populations of native birdlife. On the eastern flanks of the Maungaharuru Range, about 60 km northwest of Napier, the 800 hectare Boundary Stream Scenic Reserve provides a magical setting for a range of day walks. Central Hawke’s Bay has a number of historical Te Mata Peak Trail, Havelock North walks over some of the regions oldest sheep stations. Walks can also be taken along its spectacular coastline where there are plenty of fishing opportunities to be had for the ambling Bucket List: Walking angler. Sunrise Track is particularly popular and > Walk Lake Waikaremoana – one of New Zealand’s well worth an early morning walk to catch the nine Great Walks spectacular sunrise. > Take a walk to Sunrise Hut in Central Hawke’s Bay For more information: Pick up a walking brochure > Walk to the summit of Te Mata Peak or map from an i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. > Staples Rodway Cape Challenge, 14th October 2017 > Stroll the Peka Peka Wetlands hawkesbaynz.com 21 Beaches

The Hawke’s Bay coastline is dotted with beachside settlements where families and friends have enjoyed summer sojourns since time began. In the north, Māhia Peninsula has several safe sandy swimming beaches, which also provide access to some of the North Island’s prized surf breaks. Find out more at www.wairoadc. govt.nz and www.voyagemahia.com Twenty-five minutes north of Napier, the sandy beaches at Waipatiki and Tangoio are smaller and less populated than the city beaches at Westshore and Sandy Bay near Ahuriri. There is great swimming and surfing to be had at Ocean Beach and Waimarama, which are a 35-40 minute drive south-east from Hastings. The Central Hawke’s Bay coast has a succession of beautiful beaches including Kairakau, Mangakuri, Pourerere, Aramoana, Blackhead, and Porangahau. Allow at least an hour’s driving time from Hastings. Kairakau, Pourerere and Porangahau have camping grounds and/or freedom camping sites next to the beach. Find out more at www.chbdc.govt.nz/freedom-camping The Te Angiangi Marine Reserve covers 1.3 nautical miles off Blackhead Beach and provides excellent snorkeling and swimming in Stingray and Shelly Bays. Find out more at www.doc.govt.nz/conservation/marine-and- coastal. All beaches are well signposted. Black Barn F.A.W.C! event, Ocean Beach

22 hawke’s bay visitor guide 2017 Cape Kidnappers Golf Course

Golf Fishing

Golf in Hawke’s Bay ranges from world-class links-style Hawke’s Bay is home to a range of fishing spots, from courses to smaller, nine hole country club courses. With freshwater fisheries to lakes and deep-water fishing grounds. more than 20 golf courses dotted around the region, there’s Experience some of the North Island’s most spectacular something to suit every golfer. Green fees start at around headwater fisheries and wilderness experiences in the Mohaka $30 for country clubs, depending on the course, so enquire and Ngaruroro Rivers, or try spin or fly fishing for brown and in advance. rainbow trout. Designed by internationally renowned golf course architect, For the only true lake fishing option in the region, Lake Tutira, Tom Doak, the scenic and challenging Cape Kidnappers on the Napier-Wairoa road, is a 200-hectare wildlife refuge course is ranked in the world’s Top 50 courses by Golf where trout are released regularly and only rowboats and Magazine. Find out more at www.capekidnappers.com kayaks are allowed. Other local courses include: For excellent surf casting action, there’s the entire coast from Hawke’s Bay Golf Club, Bridge Pa. Mahanga Beach (Mahia) to Porangahau. The river mouths of Visit www.hawkesbaygolfclub.co.nz the Tuki Tuki, Tutaekuri, and Ngaruroro Rivers are good places to start – it’s also worth checking out Napier’s Perfume Point, Hastings Golf Club, Bridge Pa. and Tongoio beach, which lies about 20 minutes north. Visit www.hastingsgolfclub.co.nz Make the most of your time (and your chances of hooking a Napier Golf Club. good one) by booking a fishing guide or one of the sea fishing Visit www.napiergolf.co.nz charters operating throughout Hawke’s Bay. Maraenui Golf Club. For more information: Call in to an i-SITE Visitor Information Visit www.maraenuigolf.co.nz Centre or visit www.nzfishing.com hawkesbaynz.com 23 Hawke’s Bay is one of New Zealand’s favourite wedding destinations. Year-round Hawke’s Bay is blessed with a great climate, so while a summer wedding is most Weddings people’s pick, winter weddings are just as delicious with the many venues and locations the region has on offer. With its beaches, gardens, vineyards, rivers, country churches, and grand old homes, the region provides endless possibilities for being as creative as you like when it comes to planning a wedding. Add to that accommodation to suit all budgets and tastes, and a great variety of things to do and places to visit; you and your guests can look forward to making a whole weekend of it. Visit www.hawkesbaynz.com/index.php/your-event/ weddings for more information

Conferences

For corporate functions and events, Hawke’s Bay offers a range of venues and the chance to combine work and play in close proximity. From vineyards to country estates, the range is diverse – and can cater for small to medium-sized conferences. There’s a venue to suit every budget, and activities can be planned for the whole team. The Hawke’s Bay Tourism Convention Bureau provides free, impartial advice and planning assistance. The Bureau can organise site inspections and venue familiarisation tours, as well as provide recommendations on accommodation and service providers. It can also advise on partner programmes, provide creative ideas for conference programmes, and help you plan activities outside of the conference times. Contact: [email protected] Crown Hotel, Napier

24 hawke’s bay visitor guide 2017 Apartment Where to sleep WHERE TO SLEEP

Hawke’s Bay people are known for their hospitality, you’re sure to find accommodation to suit your needs; from luxury retreats and romantic cottages to great motels, backpackers and family- friendly holiday parks. There are a number of hotels to choose from, as well as holiday homes and B&B’s. You can even book a farmstay or glamping site for something a little different. Look for accommodation carrying the Qualmark logo. It’s New Zealand’s official tourism endorsement, verifying that a business has been independently assessed and meets the national quality standards developed with travellers in mind. It’s your assurance of a great experience. Hawke’s Bay also has freedom camping options – regulations are strictly enforced so check out the regulations first. Visit The Dome Napier Napier www.camping.org.nz and for WWOOFers looking for worldwide Located in the heart of Napier in the iconic T&G building, directly opportunities on organic farms check out www.wwoof.co.nz opposite Marine Parade and the Sound Shell, “The Dome, sleeping 20, epitomises Art Deco chic off ering luxury waterfront premium studio & For a comprehensive list of Hawke’s Bay accommodation options apartment accommodation for a variety of budgets, alongside state-of visit www.hawkesbaynz.com the-art business facilities. Sleeps 20 between the two fl oors: Boutique/Luxury Rooftop – 2 x Penthouse Apartments – Sleeps from 1 to 10 Topfl oor – 4 x Kingsize Studio’s or 2 x Apartments – Sleeps from 1 to 10 Mangapapa Hotel Havelock North Exquisite Dining • Spacious Conference & Presentation area • Luxury, seclusion, elegance and romance - four Outdoor Magna Plunge Pool & Spa • Stunning Ocean View • words which best describe this fi ve star, boutique Total Privacy hotel with twelve beautiful rooms; plus day spa, a lawn tennis court and an outdoor pool. Committed The apartments & studios are fully self contained. Each has been lavishly to using the freshest ingredients from the hotel styled, with furnishing by designers like Philippe Starck, artwork by kitchen garden, Mangapapa’s Restaurant provides a chance to indulge in a scrumptious breakfast, an prominent New Zealand artists. All you have to do is arrive & the relaxing elegant High Tea or a delicious fi ve course dinner. automatically begins,... Reservations essential, open seven days. Here’s what our guests have to say,.. A 466 Napier Road, Havelock North 4172 P 06 878 3234 | E [email protected] We loved everything www.mangapapa.co.nz | mangapapahotel We loved everything about this property, view, décor, and ambience” - Anne & David, Melbourne, Australia Simply hypnotic Porters Boutique Hotel Havelock Nth Step into a world of luxury, comfort, and relaxation. Lovely views, great building + the sound of the surf at night is simply Nestled in the heart of the charming Havelock North hypnotic” - Casey Plunket + Penny Sheerin, Auckland, New Zealand village and surrounded by the majestic hills of Hawke’s A relaxed luxurious environment for business or pleasure. Bay, Porters Boutique Hotel off ers a unique 5-star experience. Enjoy attentive 5-star service and full amenities within a stylish, intimate space that refl ects the beauty and grandeur of the breath-taking Hawke’s Bay region. A 101 Marine Parade, Napier, 4110 P +64 (6) 835 0707 A 4 Te Aute Road, Havelock North E [email protected] P 06 877 1234www.portersboutiquehotel.co.nz www.thedome.co.nz | thedomenapier hawkesbaynz.com 25 Hotels

WHERE TO SLEEP WHERE TO The Crown Hotel Napier The Crown Hotel Napier is set in the picturesque seaside village of Ahuriri. Off ering boutique accommodation with 41 guestrooms and suites, choose from the elegant heritage suites in the original 1932 Crown Hotel, modern contemporary rooms overlooking the ocean or our 2 bedroom luxury apartments. The modern suites all have sun-drenched private decks and sea views from room or balcony. Alternatively our heritage suites feature unique, original touches including ‘juliet’ balconies. The hotel also off ers all guests complimentary carparking, wifi , laundry facilities, fi tness centre, conference and meeting facilities including bar with outdoor courtyard and fi replace and Milk and Honey Restaurant… relax and indulge at a boutique hotel with timeless charm and genuine personalised service. A Corner Bridge St and Hardinge Rd, Ahuriri, 4144 P 06 833 8300 | E [email protected] www.thecrownnapier.co.nz TheCrownHotelNapier Scenic Hotel Te Pania Napier Scenic Hotel Te Pania in Napier enjoys a premium waterfront location on Marine Parade. The hotel’s slender curved form echoes the shape of the bay, and guests enjoy sweeping views out over the water. A fresh, contemporary style hotel, Scenic Hotel Te Pania is just a short stroll from Napier’s main art deco style street. Scenic Hotel Te Pania invites you to enjoy quality four star Napier hotel accommodation of an international standard, featuring 109 fully air-conditioned Superior rooms and Suites with modern décor, excellent natural lighting and quality room amenities. Scenic Hotel Te Pania’s in house restaurant, The Exchange Brasserie and Bar is located on ground level, enclosed by large glass windows that allow you to look out to the bay and Marine Parade. East Pier Hotel Napier During the summer the Brasserie is extended to the outside area so guests and locals alike can enjoy alfresco dining and enjoy the balmy Hawke’s The beachfront East Pier Hotel off ers Napier’s newest accommodation Bay weather and relaxed atmosphere. and restaurant facilities. Located in Napier’s seaside suburb of Ahuriri, the Hotel boasts a mix of studios, family suites and premium accommodation. From the moment you step into our spacious, light-fi lled lobby, you will All rooms off er superb sea views, private patios, super king beds, 60 experience our commitment to quality and customer service. If you fancy channel Sky TV and free WI-FI waking up to serene ocean views, Scenic Hotel Te Pania is the perfect There is an award winning restaurant and bar on site that caters for place to start your day in Hawke’s Bay. Simply leave the curtains open, roll breakfasts, all day snacks, lunches and A La Carte dining in the evenings. over in bed, and soak it all in. Of course being in the middle of Hawke’s Bay all our menus off er a wonderful array of fresh local produce and award winning beers and wines. The Hotel is within an easy 5 minute drive of Napier airport, a 2 minute drive from the CBD and the highly acclaimed walkway/cycle track literally passes the front door. A 45 Marine Parade, Napier South A 50 Nelson Quay, Ahuriri, Napier 4110 P 06 833 7733 | E [email protected] P 64 6 834 0035 | E [email protected] www.scenichotelgroup.co.nz www.eastpierhotel.co.nz ScenicHotelGroup eastpierhotel

26 hawke’s bay visitor guide 2017 Holiday Parks Motel / Holiday Home WHERE TO SLEEP

Kennedy Park Resort Napier Napier Kennedy Park Resort Napier Napier Holidays are for relaxing, having fun and spending time with family If you’re looking for motel accommodation near the heart of Napier s’ CBD, and friends. So when you stay at Kennedy Park that is exactly what then Kennedy Park Resort is the perfect spot to stay for a day or a week. you do. There’s plenty of fun right on your doorstep including a Located on the quiet fringes of the resort, the motel units are still within fantastic playground complete with jumping pillow, gym, sky theatre, easy access of the wide range of entertainment and facilities onsite. Relax entertainment room, free Wifi and much more. Choose from a vast range in our park-like grounds or enjoy the resort entertainment including the of accommodation options, from contemporary self-contained villas, enormous playground and jumping pillow, sky theatre, gym, giant chess motel units to cabins and camp sites. There’s also a swimming complex, board, free Wifi and much more. The heated swimming pool with adjoining complete with a heated swimming pool and separate pool for the kids children’s pool and fountain is framed with palm trees and plenty of pool with fountains to keep them entertained for hours! And at the end of a loungers - the perfect way to relax! And at the end of a lazy day, if you don’t lazy day, if you don’t feel like cooking or going too far, dine in Storkey’s feel like cooking or going too far, dine in Storkey’s Restaurant – Kennedy Restaurant – Kennedy Park’s onsite restaurant and bar. Contact us now to Park’s onsite restaurant and bar. Contact us now to plan your next holiday. plan your next holiday. A 11 Storkey Street, Napier | P 06 843 9126 A 11 Storkey Street, Napier | P 06 843 9126 E [email protected] E [email protected] www.kennedypark.co.nz www.kennedypark.co.nz KennedyParkResortNapier KennedyParkResortNapier

Hastings Top 10 Holiday Park Hastings Clive Colonial Cottages Clive Only 15 minutes walk to Hastings centre you’ll fi nd If you are looking for quiet peaceful accommodation 10 acres of beautiful park like grounds adjacent to close to all the main attractions of the Hawkes Bay our own private lake. then Clive Colonial Cottages are perfect for you. Complete with heated swimming pool, private We off er four standalone self-catering cottages, within a Jacuzzis, tennis court, playground and outdoor bbq minute of the Landscapes and Water cycle rides. Lonely complex. From Motels to camping sites. A bed for Planet chose us again as its Top Pick for the Hastings every budget. Tariff : from $34-$160 District. Bikes and bike storage available. Free Wifi . A 610 Windsor Avenue, Parkvale, Hastings 4122 A 198 School Road, Clive 4102 P 06 878 6692 | E [email protected] P 06 870 1018 | E [email protected] www.hastingstop10.co.nz www.clivecolonialcottages.co.nz | clivecottages

Napier Beach Kiwi Holiday Park & Motels Cottages on St Andrews & With the sound of the Pacific Ocean waves rolling Lodge on St Georges in and the smell of the fresh sea air in the wind, So much more than a motel and just 1km from Havelock you’re just meters from the beach at our Quiet North Village. This stunning property can accommodate beachfront holiday park with spectacular day and 2-50 guests in 6 cottages and an 8 bedroom Lodge. Set night views. We have Motel units, Cabins and RV/ on 10 acres with petting animals and surrounded by orchards this is the perfect spot for those wanting to relax tent sites; some are right at the beach! Bike hire, and recharge their batteries. Ideal accommodation for beachfront cycle-way near park, playground. Visit weddings and special family events. Snapper Cafe for breakfast, lunch or a great muffin! A 14 St Andrews Road, Havelock North 4130 A 10 Gill Road, Bay View, Napier P 06 877 1644 | E [email protected] P 0800 287 275 or 06 8367084 www.cottagesonstandrews.nz E [email protected] | www.napierbeach.co.nz Cottages-On-St-Andrews-Lodge-On-St-Georges hawkesbaynz.com 27 Art & Culture What to SEE & DO See & Do

Set aside plenty of time to have fun in The Bay! If you’re keen to keep the kids busy, scratch your outdoor exercise fix, or get pampered to within an inch of your life, check out what’s on offer in the next few pages. From organised tours to a self-guided adventure, the possibilities are endless. Hatch a plan so you can keep the whole family happy and don’t miss a thing! Ask the experts on everything in Hawke’s Bay at our official iSITE information centres. Located throughout the region, they offer advice, hot tips and can help book pretty much anything.

Art & Culture Birdwoods Havelock North A visit to Birdwoods has something for everyone – a beautiful gallery with a much-loved café, expansive gardens and a sculpture walk, as well as an old fashioned sweet shop and Hawke’s Bay’s freshest fruit ice creams – all set in the countryside just 3km out of Havelock North village. ‘Birdwoods is a breath of fresh air. The staff and atmosphere are lovely. The food is delicious and it always makes you feel good when you visit there. It’s a ‘must do’ with every visitor we have.’ ‘World class, wonderfully diverse and creative sculpture and gallery. Friendly people and of course, the Birdwoods Sweet Shop! All in one oasis.’ ‘This place is truly amazing.’ Customer comments from People’s Choice Award • Relax on the terrace or in the conservatory with a tray of Birdwoods famous scones, cakes and light lunches. • Enjoy a glass of wine, Pimms or local beer as well as our traditional tea and coff ee service. • Discover unique and beautiful art, textiles, ceramics and collectables in MTG Hawke’s Bay Museum Napier the Gallery. Where people, objects and ideas meet. • Explore the rows and rows of jars in the Sweet Shop – a treasure trove of old fashioned sweets and a treat for the young and young at heart. • 1931 Hawke’s Bay Earthquake exhibition • Soak up the sun in the gardens while enjoying a fresh fruit ice cream • Stunning Taonga Maori gallery (with a cherry on top!). • Changing galleries including art and local social history stories • Wander through the sculpture garden full of stunning stone and metal • Museum shop with of unique gifts, cards, jewellery & souvenirs sculpture. • Plan a special occasion – anniversary, birthday, get together, wedding Adults $10, Children <15 free, Seniors/Concessions $7.50 ceremony – Birdwoods would love to welcome you. Open every day 10am – 5pm (4pm in winter)

A 1 Tennyson Street, Napier - Open every day from 10am-5pm. A P 06 835 7781 | E [email protected] 298 Middle Road, Havelock North www.mtghawkesbay.com | mtghawkesbay P 06 877 1395 | E [email protected] birdwoodsgallery.co.nz | BirdwoodsGallery

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Hastings City Art Gallery Hastings Visit us to enjoy a fi x of contemporary art. Located in Civic Square, the Hastings City Art Gallery off ers a varied programme of national and international exhibitions and shows. We have regular events including artist talks, public workshops and free onsite activities for families. Our gallery shop ‘Te Toa’ is the perfect spot for that special gift or treat. FREE ENTRY. Open every day from 10am to 4.30pm. A Beside the Library in Civic Square, 201 Eastbourne Street | P 06 871 5095 E [email protected] Gannet Beach Adventures Te Awanga www.hastingscityartgallery.co.nz | HCAGNZ “Where else in the world can you jump on the back of a trailer and get towed along the beach by a 1949 Minneapolis-Moline tractor to a bird colony?” Established in 1952, Gannet Beach Adventures has a long history of providing tours on a spectacular stretch of the Hawke’s Bay coastline, Nga Pou o Heretaunga Hastings from Clifton to Cape Kidnappers. Our unique and fun adventure involves For the fi rst time in the history of the Hastings travel with vintage tractors and trailers on a comfortable four-hour District, the presence of mana whenua can be seen experience to the largest mainland gannet colony in the world! in the form of carvings that represent tupuna, The gannets may be the initial drawcard but visitors will soon discover located in Civic Square in the centre of Hastings. there is much more to our tour than the birds - our distinctive mode of Eighteen pou, each representing an ancestor transport, the dramatic scenery and the fascinating geology of this area from marae around the Heretaunga district stand will amaze everyone from young to old! proudly in the centre of Hastings, presenting a A 475 Clifton Road, Clifton, Te Awanga tangible link to the region’s cultural heritage. P 06 875 0898 or 0800 426 638 E [email protected] A Civic Square, Hastings www.gannets.com | gannetbeachadventures

NZ Wood and Jade Bay View and Greenstone Gallery Father and daughter Paddy and Tash carve NZ greenstone and native wood. Buy direct from the artists. Open most days but best to ring fi rst to make sure we’re available.

A 60 Ferguson St, Bay View, Napier 4104. P 06 836 6216, 027 393 1578 or 021 025 29907 E [email protected] | NZWoodAndJade Gannet Safaris Overland Te Awanga www.newzealandwoodandjade.nz Gannet Safaris has been guiding visitors over Cape Kidnappers for over 50 years. It’s the only tour which drives you to within metres of the remarkable gannets – no walking required - Ride in style and comfort over picturesque Cape Kidnappers Station in air-conditioned 4 x 4 vehicles Parlour Projects Hastings – traversing riverbeds, broad rolling pastures, through stands of native bush, the wildlife sanctuary, steep gullies and breath taking views. There Hawkes Bay’s latest contemporary art gallery. are several stops along the tour including a spectacular cliff top with Housed in Hawkes Bay’s fi rst water and electrical panoramic views of Hawke Bay right across to the Mahia Peninsula. The power supply factory, Parlour Projects presents amazing geology of the area can also be taken in. The 36km, three hour infl uential exhibitions by leading contemporary trip includes commentary by your tour guide on the farming operation artists for both locals and visitors to enjoy. Enjoy of Cape Kidnappers Station, the wildlife sanctuary, and an introduction coff ee or food from the popular Opera Kitchen cafe to the gannets. Daily tours (except Christmas Day) at 9.30am & 1.30pm next door. Parlour Projects is open Wednesday to between 1st September and 30th April Saturday, 10am—3pm, or by appointment. FREE ENTRY. A 306 Eastbourne St East, Hastings P 021 450 279 A 396 Clifton Road, Te Awanga, 4180 | P 06 875 0888 E [email protected] E [email protected] www.parlourprojects.com | @parlourprojects www.gannetsafaris.co.nz | GannetSafarisOverland

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National Aquarium of New Zealand Napier Classic Sheepskins Napier Discover an exciting world above and below the water at the National FREE Sheepskin Tannery Tours. Two Tours Daily. Monday – Saturday Aquarium of New Zealand. Visit Penguin Cove and watch the Little 11am and 2pm. Shop Hours: Monday – Friday 8.30am – 5pm Penguins feed and play. See sharks, stingrays and fi sh swimming over Saturday 9am to 4pm & Sunday 10am to 3pm you in the 1.5 million litre oceanarium tunnel. Spot New Zealand’s • Factory door prices • NZ skincare products native wildlife – the Tuatara and Kiwi. And for those who want to see • Genuine Sheepskin Products • Overseas posting service - our toothy residents don’t miss the alligators, piranhas and sharks. If • Hair on Hide Products 15% GST exempt you’re feeling a little adventurous then a swim with the sharks is bound • Possum/Merino Knitwear • Free Parking to get your blood pumping! If you’d like to get up close to the animals Classic Sheepskins is a sheepskin tannery that has been operating in ask about our range of Close Encounter experiences. Daily feeding Napier since 1969. Classic Sheepskins produces a wide range of NZ made times are 10.00am for the reef fi sh, 2pm for the sharks and the little sheepskin products including rugs, slippers and accessories. Come and penguins at 9.30am, 1.30pm and 3.30pm. explore the factory and take advantage of the factory door prices. A 22 Thames Street, Napier, 4110 A Marine Parade, Napier | P 06 834 1404 P 06 835 9662 E [email protected] E [email protected] www.nationalaquarium.co.nz www.classicsheepskins.com NationalAquariumNZ classicsheepskin

Par2 MiniGolf Napier Regional Parks & Hawke’s Bay Trails

PLAY TOGETHER, HAVE FUN. Tutira Regional Park – 2 lakes, 4 tracks, superb views, picnic and camping Situated perfectly on Napier’s Marine Parade, Par2 MiniGolf provides areas. all ages with a fun and relaxing environment to enjoy a round or two on our challenging courses. Choose from two 18-hole courses with unique Pekapeka Regional Park – explore this wild wetland on easy paths and features or enjoy a round on both and receive a return game discount. If boardwalks. you’re competitive then the leader board is for you, just ask our friendly Pakowhai Regional Park – walk the dog or yourself through leafy paths team to add your score for all to see. by a cool stream. Open daily, weather permitting. Easy to fi nd, look for Par2 MiniGolf on Marine Parade, Napier by the Soundshell, beside the Sea Hawke’s Bay Trails – cycle or walk the mostly off road trails. Great spaces to appreciate and enjoy the outdoors, nature and life!

A Marine Parade, Napier – by the Soundshell beside the Sea P 06 834 0248 | E [email protected] P 0800 108 838 | E [email protected] www.par2golf.co.nz | Par2MiniGolf www.hbrc.govt.nz | HBRegionalCouncil

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Art Deco Trust Napier Horse Trekking Haumoana The city of Napier has a great story to tell! With with Hawke’s Bay Farmyard zoo a tour to suit everyone, come along and learn of Highlight your holiday with a horse trek. Well trained Napier’s devastating history and its rebirth into a horses and friendly experienced staff . Minimum 2 x world-famous Art Deco city. Why not take a step people maximum 6 people. Several treks to choose back in time and tour the city in a luxurious vintage from. For safety, treks are at walking pace, just relax & car? Tours depart daily* enjoy the scenery. Basic riding instruction & helmets are supplied. Prices include a 30% discount on zoo *except Christmas Day entry. Details on our website. A 7 Tennyson Street, Napier, Hawke’s Bay A 32 East Road, Haumoana, Hastings P 06 835 0022 | E [email protected] P +64 6 875 0244 www.artdeconapier.com | artdecotrust www.farmyardzoo.co.nz

Arataki Honey Havelock North Hawke’s Bay Farmyard Zoo Haumoana Visitor Centre Farm Park & Horse Treks. We off er a wide range of Come and visit the amazing honey bees. Taste our 10 animals & a great family outing only 15 mins from delicious honey fl avours. Learn about how important town. Bring a picnic and enjoy the unique atmosphere honey bees are in our exciting and interactive with 3 hectares of limestone walkways & gardens. Feed discovery centre. Indulge yourself in our honey, the animals, have a pony ride or catch the ‘Farmyard beauty and gift shop. A great experience for all ages. Express Train’. Our customers tell us we are the best FREE ENTRY & HONEY TASTING. value for money entertainment in Hawke’s Bay. Open Open 7 days a week 9am-5pm. 7days 10am-5pm A 66 Arataki Road, Havelock North, Hawke’s Bay A 32 East Road, Haumoana, Hastings P 06 877 7300 | E [email protected] P +64 6 875 0244 www.aratakihoneyhb.co.nz | AratakiHoneyVC www.farmyardzoo.co.nz

4 x Wheeler Surrey Bike Hire Hastings Laserforce Napier Cruise the coastal cycle trail with stunning views the ultimate laser game of Cape Kidnappers to renowned local Cafes and Live action fun and excitement for all ages in an Wineries. awesome two level maze. Up to 20 players at a time 2x person and 4x person Bikes available. We can can compete at laser tag, and afterwards relax with accommodate Groups of up to 40 people at a time. family and friends in our fully licensed café. Open all Great for that Staff outing, Hen Party or Birthday. year 7 days a week, wet or dry. Or just take the 2x person bike for that special friend. New attraction to the Hawkes Bay Area – guaranteed good fun! A 140 Wellesley Road, Napier, 4110 A 32 East Road, Haumoana, Hastings P 06 835 1111 | E [email protected] P 06 875 0244 | www.farmyardzoo.co.nz www.laserforcehb.co.nz | laserforcehb

The Faraday Centre Napier Mohaka Rafting Napier Experience a trip down memory lane in this Aladdin’s Enjoy the thrills and spills on our day and multi-day Cave of historical technology. This unique museum trips on Grade 2, 3 and 5 water. Our most popular is where visitors can experience the technology of rafting adventure is Grade 3 (4+hrs on water) with a past age through hands-on involvement. Enjoy cliff jumps, gorges, canyons, rapid swims and gold doing things the old-fashioned way. Try the hand- mine visit. Check out our TripAdvisor reviews! For cranked telephones or vintage machines and see the young families try the Grade 2 or for the serious fascinating array of gadgets from days gone by. rafters try our spectacular Grade 5. Open: Mon, Wed & Fri 9am - 1pm Sat 9am - 11.30am A Base – Timeout at Titiokura, 3408 SH 5, Napier A 2a Faraday St, Napier P 027 825 8539 or +64 6 839 1808 P 06 835 2338 - After hours 06 844 7468 E [email protected] E [email protected] | www.faradaycentre.org.nz www.mohakarafting.co.nz hawkesbaynz.com 31 Activities & Attractions Cycling / Golf

Napier Prison Napier Good Fun Bike Rides Hastings “No one can truly understand a nation’s history Join us for bike tours of all the Hawke’s Bay Cycle until one has visited its jails” - Nelson Mandela Trails. Our two convenient locations, Bridge Pa Hear of Drug Barons, the Eye Eater and Mass Triangle for the ‘Wineries Ride’ and from Havelock

SEE & DO Murderers. Napier Prison was a location for North for the best of Hawke’s Bay sights, Te Mata Ghost Hunters International TV Show and site Peak, the TukiTuki Valley out to the beautiful of 4 hangings. See grim cells, the hanging yard coastal trails with award winning wineries plus Cape and solitary confi nement. Bring your camera for Kidnappers - you’re guaranteed good fun! mugshots and take your fi ngerprints! A 55 Coote Road, Bluff Hill, Napier, 4110 P 06 650 7722 or 021 777964 P 06 835 9933 | E [email protected] E [email protected] www.napierprison.com | napierprisontours www.goodfunbikerides.co.nz | GoodFunBikeRides

Paddle Boarding Hawkes Bay Ahuriri Bike About Tours Napier What’s SUP? Stand Up Paddle Boarding - a great way Self-guided cycle trails - discover and explore Hawke’s to enjoy Ahuriri. We off er tours, lessons and group Bays 200kms of cycleways, fabulous landscapes, sessions. Stand Up Paddle Boarding is a great way to wineries and attractions. We provide a range of adults, relax, have fun and improve your fi tness. It’s a unique kids and tandems bikes & baby seats, coach transfer to and exciting activity that anyone can do. Qualifi ed and from accommodation/ Cycle Trails, detailed maps instructors will teach you how to paddle board safely, of Cycle Trails 10 plus to choose from. Cycle Holiday using high quality equipment. Adventure 1 to 5 days plus staying at Greenmeadows on Gloucester-home of Bike About Tours P 021 101 7969 A 47 Gloucester Street, Greenmeadows, Napier, E [email protected] P 06 845 4836 | E [email protected] www.pbhb.co.nz | PaddleBoardingHawkesBay www.bikeabouttours.co.nz | bikeabouttours

The Silky Oak Napier Napier City Bike Hire & Tours Napier Chocolate Company Centrally located in town, across the road from the Heaven on earth for chocoholics! Designed to i-Site and 200km of fl at, off road cycle trail. Enjoy meet your cravings. Chocolate shop & factory, the smooth ride of our new bikes - choose a pathway, Chocolate museum, Café and Gift & Pantry Shop. mountain, tandem, electric or road bike. We provide The ultimate chocolate experience - Our Triple bike hire and bike tours and our friendly crew can Chocolate Dipper. Open 7 days. help design an itinerary to suit. Just tell us what you want to do and we’ll make it happen! Open 7 days. A 117 Marine Parade, Napier, 4110 A 1131 Links Road, Napier P 06 845 0908 Freephone 0800 245 344 or P +64 21 959595 E [email protected] | www.silkyoakchocs.co.nz E [email protected] The-Silky-Oak-Chocolate-Company www.bikehirenapier.co.nz | napiercitybikehire

Splash Planet Hastings Cape Kidnappers Golf Course Clifton An awesome range of rides for the whole family. Sleep in luxury – tee off in style. Perched high on this 14 November 2016 - 6 February 2017 - 7 days, iconic landmark, Cape Kidnappers is an experience 10am-5.30pm (closed Christmas Day) for all levels. Weekends only from 11 February 2017 and closed Ranked as the 16th Best Golf Course in the world by for the season from 26 March 2017 Golf Digest, along with the award winning luxury 5 star lodge “The Farm” this unique property is a must stay and play for all who visit. A 1001 Grove Road, Hastings P 0508 SPLASH | E [email protected] A 446 Clifton Road, Clifton www.splashplanet.co.nz P 06 873 1018 | E [email protected] splashplanetnz | #splashplanetnz www.capekidnappers.com

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Screwed Wine Adventure Co & Wine Centre Hastings The most fun you can have with wine. Join us on a wine adventure of epic Bay Tours & Charters proportions exploring the best boutique wineries in the Bay. Awesome fun Winners of this year’s Best Activity and the People’s Choice award and amazing value, you don’t have to break the bank to enjoy the best of A wine tour with Bay Tours is a wine and food experience you won’t forget. the bay! Visit award-winning wineries, sample delicious wine and food from artisan suppliers and makers, meet some of the personalities of the local Visit our Wine Centre and indulge in superb local wines and top local wine industry and enjoy the stunning wine country scene. produce. Try our wine and food matching fl ight or indulge in our amazing Three daily tour options to choose from and off er a free pick-up and gourmet platters. drop-off service. Winery and cycle tours available starting from $49.00. Classic Wine Tour- Afternoon - $85 Full day - $150 Gold Reserve Wine Tour- Afternoon - $139 Full day - $199 Morning Scenic Wine Tour- (*includes lunch platter) $125 A Ngatarawa Road, Hastings To book a daily tour or a private tour visit our website or free phone. P 0800 SCREWED (0800 727 393) P 0800 TOUR HB (0800 868 742) www.screwed.nz E [email protected] @WineAdventureCo. www.baytours.co.nz @WineAdventureCo.

Hooters Vintage & Classic Vehicle Hire Napier’s only Open Top Car Tours; Showing you the best of Hawke’s Bay, from the beautiful Art Deco City of Napier and beyond to the fantastic abundance of wineries and much more. A family run business with a fl eet of over 20 vintage & classic cars for tours and a number of bucket list experiences such as self-drive hire, tiger moth fl ights and high tea delights. A 68 Thames St, Pandora, Napier, 4110 | P 06 835 1722 Odyssey New Zealand E [email protected] | www.hooters-hire.co.nz Hawke’s Bay’s Leading Wine & Gourmet Experts. HootersVintageClassicVehicleHireLtd World’s Best Tour Operator – runner up, International Food & Beverage Tourism Awards. Like our winemakers, we have taken old world techniques and modifed them to a new world standard. Prinsy’s Tours Napier Wine Tours Including: The World’s First Progressive Winery Dinner - We specialize in fun and educational wine tour A Twilight Odyssey, Odyssey Experience - Full Day, Wine & Gourmet itineraries, or we can personalize your tour to Odyssey - Afternoon, Odyssey Selection - Morning. include the sights and activities you particularly Let our experts take care of you and show you the best wineries and want to see or do. Whether it’s an education on our restaurants this region has to off er. wines, a day’s fi shing on our fi nest trout rivers, or Whether you are a casual imbiber or an afi cionado, we will ensure your even an intriguing insight into rural New Zealand. visit to NZ’s wine and food capital is full of fun, fl avour and adventure! We combine intimate local knowledge with genuine Go On, Treat Yourself! #1 Tripadvisor. hospitality to ensure you have a memorable time. P 0508 ODYSSEY (0508 639 773) A 85 Omarunui Settlement Road, Puketapu, Napier E [email protected] | www.odysseynz.com P 0800 004237 E [email protected] @odysseywinetour @odysseywinetour www.prinsystours.co.nz | prinsystoursnz hawkesbaynz.com 33 Where to shop Shopping in Hawke’s Bay can be done either as a marathon or a sprint – and with a number of shopping precincts you SEE & DO will find what you want. Central Napier’s compact grid pattern of inner city streets offers a walk-able range of boutique stores alongside larger national chains, and plenty of cafes dotted in between. Napier i-Site Napier A five-minute drive west of Napier’s CBD is Ahuriri village by the BUY FROM OUR Exclusive Art Deco Capital and Napier New Zealand sea, an eclectic mix of art, fashion, antiques, cafes and restaurants. retail range. Enjoy a unique retail experience at Napier i-SITE Visitor Centre. In Explore the streets on either side of the railway lines within addition to our extensive selection of New Zealand souvenirs we have two the CBD of Hastings to find that special something. There are exclusive product ranges designed by award winning artist and illustrator larger retail stores on the edges of the CBD. Stephen Fuller. The Art Deco Capital and Napier New Zealand ranges off ers a distinctive Havelock North is known for its village atmosphere and boutique gift and souvenir option including home ware, clothing, postcards, fashion shopping, and is well endowed with great coffee outlets notepads, magnets, pens and more. Purchase these products from Napier i-SITE or shop online at www.theartdecocapitalnapier.com and eateries. With an exciting array of specialty food, wine and book stores, the Village offers friendly local service. A Marine Parade, Napier – by the Soundshell beside the Sea Shopping hours vary, but as a general rule shops are open P 0800 84 74 88 or 06 834 1911 Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm, and from 9 – 4pm on Saturdays. E [email protected] Sunday hours do differ, so please check to avoid disappointment. www.napiernz.com | NapieriSITE

Ahuriri - Historic Fishing Village Discover the history and Art Deco architecture of Ahuriri, just fi ve minutes’ drive from downtown Napier. The village has a multitude of eateries, galleries, businesses and boutique stores plus walkways, cycle tracks, watersports, beaches and an estuary with protected wildlife. Something for everyone, all year round!

A Ahuriri, Napier, Hawke’s Bay E [email protected] Opossum World Napier www.ahuriri.co.nz A unique shopping and educational encounter. An estimated 70,000,000 Brushtail Opossums eat 21,000 tonnes of foliage each night. New Zealand’s ecological nightmare! Opossums also eat our native bird’s eggs, threatening the survival of some species. We work hard Waiohiki Arts Village Napier to reduce their numbers to help preserve our beautiful native bush and Tour the Arts Village to view the arts and crafts wildlife in Aotearoa. Opossum fur is unique and very similar to Polar Bear studios, and meet the artists who work and live on site. fur- it is hollow and has a wonderful ability to retain heat. Our purely New Zealand Opossum fur and fi ne Merino wool blend, combines lightness and The shop has a fantastic range of classical and warmth, with softness and luxuriousness. Come and see our contemporary contemporary artwork, including traditional Maori and classic clothing range, ideal for all occasions. Our friendly team are fl ax weaving and greenstone carving. Our fl ax is available to help you. Open: Monday – Friday 9.30am – 4.30pm | prepared in the traditional manner and all items Saturday – Sunday 10.00am – 4.00pm have been boiled and are able to travel overseas. A 106 Hastings Street, Napier A 1184 Korokipo Road, Napier P 06 835 7697 P 06 845 1698 | E [email protected] E [email protected] www.waiohikiartsvillage.com | waiohikiartsvillage www.opossumworld.com

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36 hawke’s bay visitor guide 2017 Restaurants & Cafés EAT & DRINK Where to eat and drink The nickname ‘the food bowl of New Zealand’ has stuck and it’s not hard to see why. Whether you’re after formal or casual dining or a well-crafted platter next to the vines accompanied by a delightful Hawke’s Bay vintage, you’ll find it in Hawke’s St Georges Restaurant Havelock North Bay. From coffees to craft beers, ciders to cocktails, you’ll find something memorable to drink. At St Georges, our passion is to deliver a truly unique dining experience, one which is completely removed from the everyday. Our warm, Opening hours for restaurants, cafes and wineries differ knowledgeable, professional staff will extend genuine hospitality as they guide you through your dining experience. With an emphasis on “Hands according to the season, so please enquire in advance to on”, the majority of our produce is grown, nurtured, handpicked and avoid disappointment. Check with the local i-SITE, your creatively prepared by our award winning Chef, Francky Godinho. accommodation provider, or phone direct. Cuisine Magazine Recommended Restaurant 2015 Winter Hours: Wednesday - Sunday Grab a copy of The Ultimate Hawke’s Bay Food and Wine Guide for all things food and wine in Hawke’s Bay or check out www.restaurant A 452 St Georges Rd, Havelock North hub.co.nz to see which restaurants are open and make bookings. P 06 877 5356 | E [email protected] stgeorgesrestaurant.co.nz | stgeorgesrestaurant Restaurants & Cafés

Mister D Napier Mister D is a sleek, modern eatery with an open kitchen, cafe vibe and rock ‘n’ roll attitude. Try the famous doughnuts served with syringes of chocolate, jelly or custard. In brief this is casual dining cleverly delivered. Open daily from 7.30am - 4pm Dinner Thurs to Sat from 5.30 pm A 47 Tennyson Street, Napier P 06 835 5022 | E [email protected] www.misterd.co.nz | MisterDDining Elephant Hill Te Awanga Awarded ‘Best Winery Restaurant’ by Cuisine Good Food Guide 2014. Stylish, warm and inviting Elephant Hill is the perfect place to unwind Port O Call Napier and enjoy delicious food and stunning wine while taking in the Port O Call offers a unique cafe and shopping breathtaking views over the Pacifi c Ocean and vines. experience from yesteryear. Indulge in delicious High Our dishes are made with only the freshest of seasonal produce sourced Tea, home-baked goods and a fabulous lunch menu, from growers and suppliers who share our passion for excellence in food. then browse through a shop of chic home wares and clothing, including local artistry. A visit to this unique gem is sure to inspire and delight you with its magical A 86 Clifton Road, Te Awanga atmosphere and vintage charm. P 06 872 6060 E [email protected] A Shop 2, Nelson Quay, Ahuriri, Napier 4110 www.elephanthill.co.nz P 06 833 6688 | E [email protected] /ElephantHillWinery www.portocall.co.nz | portocallhawkesbay hawkesbaynz.com 37 Restaurants & Cafés / Cellar Doors & Wineries Cellar Doors & Wineries

Sawyers Arms CHB Nestled in the rural heart of Central Hawke’s Bay with a backdrop of the Ruahine Ranges the Sawyers Arms is your quintessential country Hotel. Finalists in the 2014 and 2015 Hospitality National Awards for Excellence for Best Country Hotel. A bar, cafe, dining room, and garden bar with children’s playground only 35 minutes from Hastings, Havelock North, EAT & DRINK EAT Dannevirke, 45 minutes from Napier. We look forward to welcoming you to the Sawyers Arms. A 388 Highway 50, Tikokino,Central Hawke’s Bay P 06 856 5446 | E [email protected] tikokinocountryhotel.co.nz | tikokinocountryhotel

Six Sisters Coffee House Napier Six Sisters Coffee House is a little gem on Napier’s Marine Parade. Located in one of the iconic Six Sisters buildings this charming café is a perfect retreat with ocean views from the front deck. Come and treat yourself with ethically sourced hot and cold drinks and delicious homemade snacks and sweets. Open 7 days! A 201 Marine Parade, Napier | P 06 835 8364 www.sixsisterscoff eehouse.co.nz sixsisterscoff eehouse | @sixsisterscoff eehouse Black Barn Vineyards & Bistro Havelock North We are a boutique vineyard just fi ve minutes from the Village of Havelock North in Hawke’s Bay Wine Country. Our focus is on premium European styled red varieties such as Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Franc. Our award winning whites include Chardonnay, Viognier and Sauvignon Blanc. All our wines are Estate Grown and the fruit is hand selected. With just over 25 acres many of our wines are available only through the cellar door, bistro and our website. Our elevated north facing site on the lower slopes of the Te Mata hills is not only an excellent location for grape growing it also provides us with stunning views, a warm sheltered micro-climate and a perfect situation for the visitor to spend an hour or two, a night or two or even a week or two. You can taste our wines, have lunch at the award winning Bistro, a Summer Saturday morning at the Grower’s Market, stock your pantry from the Kitchen Store, an evening at a concert in the amphitheatre or all of the above by staying in one of our seventeen luxury properties. From an eight bedroom luxury retreat to a two bedroom turn-of-the-century Elephant Hill Te Awanga cottage in the heart of the vineyard, for a truly unique holiday experience, these properties are recognised as amongst the very best available in New A stunning winery, restaurant and cellar door on the idyllic Te Awanga Zealand. coast with incredible views over the Pacifi c Ocean and the iconic Cape Kidnappers. Because we are not large, we are very keen on building a relationship with the person who consumes our wine. This is why we encourage people Stylish, warm and inviting, Elephant Hill is the perfect place to unwind into Hawke’s Bay and into our vineyard. We are open seven days and we and enjoy contemporary cuisine and multi-award winning wines. welcome a call or a visit some time soon. Cellar Door opening hours: 7 Days from 11am

A 86 Clifton Road, Te Awanga P 06 872 6073 E [email protected] A Black Barn Rd, RD12, Havelock North www.elephanthill.co.nz P 06 877 7985 | E [email protected] /ElephantHillWinery www.blackbarn.com | blackbarn.vineyards

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Crossroads Wines Napier For over 20 years, Crossroads has brought wine lovers the very best of small parcel Hawke’s Bay winemaking. All Crossroads wines are crafted with passion, expertise and unwavering dedication to quality. Cellar door hours: Daily from 11:00am to 4:30pm Closed Good Friday & Christmas Day

A 1747 Korokipo Road, SH50, Fernhill, Napier, 4183 Te Awa Winery Hastings P 06 879 9737 | E [email protected] Te Awa Winery is a stunning vineyard and winery located in the heart of www.crossroadswines.co.nz | Crossroadswines the Gimblett Gravels Winegrowing District. Te Awa is renowned for producing boutique, high quality wines as well as off ering a beautiful rustic restaurant and event space, available for lunch and event bookings. Esk Valley Estate Napier With close proximity to Napier, Hastings and Havelock North, Te Awa Esk Valley is a boutique winery, but it is unique in can cater for events small or large, from 10 to 110 guests (seated) and that many of the techniques used to craft its award- 200 guests cocktail style. Off ering a cosy interior and roaring fi re during winning wines are dictated by the winery itself. The winter, or the fresh air and lush green landscapes of spring and summer. old concrete vats, the layout of the buildings, and Te Awa is the perfect setting for all inclusive entertaining and cellar the absence of modern technology mean the people door experiences, where wine and food can be sought, savoured and at Esk Valley have had to make wine in a simple, remembered. honest, hands-on way.

A 2375 State Highway 50, Hastings A Main Road, Bay View, Napier P 06 879 7602 |E [email protected] P 06 872 7430 | E [email protected] www.teawacollection.com | teawawinery www.eskvalley.co.nz | eskvalley

Church Road Taradale Mission Estate Winery Taradale Welcome to Church Road with over 115 years of Mission Estate, established in 1851, is the birthplace winemaking. One of Hawke’s Bay’s most awarded of New Zealand wine. Housed in an elegantly wineries, Church Road off ers the complete winery restored historic seminary building, Mission experience with Cellar Door wine tasting and sales, off ers the total winery experience with a cellar daily winery and museum tours and a la carte door, historic tours and the fi ne-dining Mission lunches. Restaurant. Open 7 days a week.

A 150 Church Road, Taradale A 198 Church Road, Taradale, Napier P 06 833 8225 | E [email protected] P 06 845 9350 | E [email protected] www.churchroad.co.nz | ChurchRoadWinery www.missionestate.co.nz | missionestate

Craggy Range Havelock North Rod McDonald Wines Te Awanga Under the gaze of Te Mata Peak the Craggy Range at Te Awanga Estate Giants Winery off ers visitors the opportunity to Nestled on an elevated site in the Te Awanga foothills, enjoy a truly unique and memorable experience. In our Cellar Door has views across the Pacifi c Ocean. a breath-taking setting the site includes the cellar Chill, take your time and taste the full Rod McDonald door, accommodation and the award-winning Wines range: Trademark Syrah & Chardonnay, Terrôir restaurant. Quarter Acre, Te Awanga Estate and One Off . All day grazing and wine tasting, live music Sunday Sessions, A 253 Waimarama Road, Havelock North, 4157 and a Vineyard Apartment. Coastal cool. P 06 873 7126 | E [email protected] A 376 Parkhill Rd, Te Awanga, 4172 | P 06 875 0553 www.craggyrange.com | craggyrangewinery E [email protected] | www.rmwines.co.nz @craggyrange @CraggyRange TeAwangaEstate | @rmcdwines hawkesbaynz.com 39 Cellar Doors & Wineries Markets & Growers

Sileni Estate Hastings Black Barn Growers Market Cellar Door of the Year: 2010, 2012, 2013, 2015. A The Black Barn Growers Market is one of the New gourmet food and wine destination, discover an Zealand’s original markets and has become a ‘must extensive range of wines, local food products and do’ for locals and visitors on Saturday mornings exciting collectibles. Book a winery tour or enjoy a through the summer. Under a big ring of plane trees cheese platter and glass of wine next to the vines. the canvas covered market has its own place nestled Summer: Oct to April, 10:00 – 5:00pm daily in the heart of the vineyard. Get the very best of the EAT & DRINK EAT Winter: April to Oct, 10:00am - 4:00pm, Wed to Sun. Hawke’s Bay growers, bakers and producers. Open every Saturday of summer, December to February A 2016 Maraekakaho Rd, RD1, Hastings 4153 9am to 12pm. P 06 879 4830 | E [email protected] A Black Barn Road, Havelock North www.sileni.co.nz| SileniEstates P 06 877 7985 | www.blackbarn.com

Trinity Hill Hastings Hawke’s Bay Farmers’ Markets Situated in the heart of the Gimblett Gravels wine Meet Hawke’s Bay’s fi nest producers and artisans - see, growing district, visit our Cellar Door for a tasting touch, smell and taste, then buy produce and artisan of world class red and white wines. Stay a while products directly from the growers and makers. and enjoy our architecturally designed winery and Enjoy one of NZ’s oldest and biggest traditional spacious gardens with a glass of award winning wine. Farmers’ Markets at the Hawke’s Bay Farmers’ Market: Sundays 8.30am - Summer - 7 days - 10am to 5pm 12.30pm A&P Showgrounds, Kenilworth Rd, Hastings. Winter - Wednesday to Saturday - 11am to 4pm. Or a street style market with the A 2396 State Highway 50, RD 5, Hastings 4175 Napier Urban Farmers’ Market: P 06 879 7778 | E [email protected] Saturdays 9am-1pm Clive Square, Napier. www.trinityhill.com | TrinityHillWines hawkesbayfarmersmarket.co.nz | HBFarmersmarket

Vidal Estate Hastings Te Mata Figs Havelock North New Zealand’s fi rst winery Restaurant. Open Te Mata Figs is a specialist fig grower and artisan for lunch and dinner. Head chef Nathan Beilby’s creator of award winning fig products. Visit talented team focus on creating clean simple The Figgery and taste our delicious range of fig fl avours using New Zealand fresh, seasonal products, products or buy online. Fresh figs available mid- complimented by award winning wine maker Hugh February to mid-May. Crichton who has notched up many accolades Open Mon to Sat 10am to 4pm including Air New Zealand Champion Wine of the Show Trophy 2014. A 913 St Aubyn Street East, Hastings 4156 A 205 Napier Road, Havelock North P 06 872 7440 | E [email protected] P 027 476 4777 | www.tematafigs.co.nz www.vidal.co.nz | vidalwine tematafigs @NZfigs @tematafigs

Odyssey New Zealand Twilight Odyssey. Treat yourself to a night of indulgence on this Progressive Three Course Dinner @ NZ’s Top Winery Restaurants - Sightseeing with Fully Guided Commentary - Interactive Wine Tasting - Gourmet Platters - Champagne Sunset from Te Mata Peak - Wine with Dinner - Desserts & Dessert Wine – World’s Best Tour Operator – runner winter f.a.w.c! June 2 ~ 25 2017 up, International Food & Beverage Tourism Awards. P 0508 ODYSSEY (0508 639 773) summer f.a.w.c! November 3 ~ 12 2017 E [email protected] | www.odysseynz.com @odysseywinetour @odysseywinetour W W W.FAWC.CO.NZ

40 hawke’s bay visitor guide 2017 July Events 2017 22-26 | Te Matatini - Napier 14-16 | Hawke's Bay Toyota Deco 25 | The Hollies - Black Barn Winter Weekend - Napier For all events in March August Hawke's Bay visit 1 | New Zealand Blackcaps vs | The Magpies compete in the events.hawkesbaynz.com South Africa - McLean Park ITM Cup - McLean Park 7-12 | Horse of The Year - September January Showground's Hawke's Bay 1-30 | The Spring Fling - Central 1 | New Year’s Day Races - 11 | Triple Peaks Challenge - Hawke's Bay Hawke's Bay Racing Centre Hastings 1-30 | Taniwha Daffodils - Takapau 2-6 | Black Barn Open Air Cinema - 19 | NZ Offshore Power Boats - 7-10 | Central Hawke's Bay - Black Barn Napier The Festival 4 | Katchafire, Aaradhna and Sons April 15 | Waiata Maori Music Awards of Zion with Kora - Sacred Hill 1-9 | Hawke's Bay Festival of Hockey 16 | Hastings Blossom Parade - Hastings 3 | T20 New Zealand Blackcaps vs Regional Sports Park - Hastings October Bangladesh - McLean Park 8 | Dixie Chicks - Mission Concert 1-31 | The Spring Fling - Central 7-17 | Hawke's Bay Summer Cycling 14-19 | Hawke's Bay Gold Cup - Hawke's Bay Carnival - Napier Hawke's Bay Racing Centre 22 | Tour of the Bay | 4-8 Elite Nationals - Napier 14 | The Little Easy - 17 | Hawke’s Bay Wine Awards 14 | Athletics Potts Classic Central Hawke’s Bay 18-20 | Hawke’s Bay A & P Show - 14-16 | Wairoa A & P Show - Wairoa 15 | The Big Easy - Hawke’s Bay Hawke’s Bay Showgrounds 21 | Bridge Pa Wine Festival – 16 | The Little Easy North - Wairoa November Bridge Pa, Hastings 21 | Hurricanes Vs Brumbies - 4 | ¼ Iron Maori February McLean Park 4-13 | F.A.W.C! Summer Series 2 | New Zealand Blackcaps vs 22 | NZ Offshore Powerboats Australia - McLean Park May 9-11 | Central Hawke’s Bay A & P Show and Bull Riding | 5 James Taylor - Church Road 6-7 | Duck Shooting opening Winery weekend December | 2 | ½ Iron Maori 10 The Winery Tour - Black Barn 13 | Air New Zealand Hawke’s Bay 15-19 | Tremains Art Deco Festival - International Marathon Napier June Essential Information 20-23 | Flying Fifteen World Champs 9 June | Winter F.A.W.C! For Emergency Services - Napier Fire, police, ambulance…dial 111 - 9 July To report traffic accident hawkesbaynz.com From a mobile…*555 41 42 hawke’s bay visitor guide 2017