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Napier: Cape Kidnappers Gannet, Nature & Sightseeing Tour
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What to do in Hastings
Popular places to visit
Te Mata Peak
You can find out about the history of Hastings with a visit to Te Mata Peak. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Frimley Park
Explore the great outdoors at Frimley Park, a lovely green space in Hastings. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Cornwall Park
Explore the great outdoors at Cornwall Park, a lovely green space in Hastings. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Splash Planet
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Splash Planet as part of your trip to Hastings. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Hawke's Bay Racecourse
Catch an event at Hawke's Bay Racecourse during your trip to Hastings. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital
If Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hastings.
Hawke's Bay Opera House
You can enjoy a show at Hawke's Bay Opera House during your stay in Hastings. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Hawke's Bay Regional Sports Park
Catch an event at Hawke's Bay Regional Sports Park during your trip to Hastings.
Hastings City Art Gallery
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Hastings City Art Gallery in Hastings. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Areas of Hastings
Longlands
Though Longlands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hawke's Bay Racecourse and Te Mata Peak.
Mayfair
Though Mayfair may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Splash Planet and Hawke's Bay Opera House.
Akina
While Akina isn't home to many top sights, Hawke's Bay Opera House and Hawke's Bay Racecourse are some notable places to visit nearby.
Parkvale
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parkvale and surrounding area, you can visit Splash Planet and Hawke's Bay Opera House.
Flaxmere
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Flaxmere and surrounding area, you can visit Hawke's Bay Racecourse and Hawke's Bay Opera House.
Raureka
Raureka is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hawke's Bay Racecourse and Te Mata Peak.