Enjoy a leisurely guided walking tour in the quiet of the late afternoon into the early evening. The tour starts with ‘The Day that Changed the Bay’ a 20-minute movie. Summer season only (1 Dec – 31 Mar). On this Art Deco experience, exploring Napier’s Art Deco Quarter, your guide will tailor the walking tour […]
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Before the Quake
Before the Quake This guided tour reveals the vastly different island landscape of Mataruahou, now central Napier, before the map was forever altered by the ground-shaking forces of the 1931 earthquake. You’ll discover the intriguing and tumultuous past of the old township as we stroll to Scinde Island House. This fascinating time-capsule property was built […]
Test Self Guided Walk
If you are unable take a Guided Walking Tour, stroll through the streets of downtown Napier using the Art Deco Trust’s Self Guided booklet, or the mobile PDF version. A handy illustrated guide to Napier’s Art Deco Quarter. Its comprehensive text and photographs reveal Napier’s fascinating 1930’s streetscape, born from the 1931 earthquake, fire and […]
Cruise Passengers
Visiting Napier as part of your cruise itinerary? On Cruise Ship days in Napier Art Deco Trust have a range of tours available, including our daily 10am and 2pm guided walks and vintage car tours. If you would like to enquire about other tours on Cruise Ship days, please advise the name of the ship […]
Napier Cultural Hīkoi
Have you always wanted to learn about the early Māori history of Napier’s CBD? Are you an art lover? Enjoy a delightful journey of discovery as you local experienced guide take you on a 1.5 hour tour of Napier. Book your place with Koru Enterprises “Napier Cultural Walking Tours”. Wheelchair friendly. Children under 5 free.Bookings required […]
Private Guided Walk
Enjoy an exclusive Art Deco experience with a private guided tour of Napier’s Art Deco Quarter, at a time to suit you. Your guide will tailor the walking tour to your pace and your particular interests, making this a unique and highly personalised experience. Advance bookings are essential for all private tours with a minimum […]
Self Guided Walk (download)
If you are unable to take a Guided Walking Tour with an Art Deco Trust Guide, stroll through the streets of downtown Napier using the Art Deco Trust’s download Self Guided booklet. Guide yourself at any time of the day that suits you. The download Guide is a handy illustrated guide to Napier’s Art Deco […]
Guided 2pm
The most complete Art Deco tour of Napier, this extended guided walk begins at the Art Deco Centre with an audio visual introduction from your local guide. You’ll hear the dramatic story of the 1931 earthquake and discover Art Deco: the style of the times in the 1930s. Your small group will then depart on […]
Guided 10am
Discover the fascinating story of Napier’s heritage on this easy walking tour. Your tour will start at the Art Deco Centre for a viewing of the 1931 Earthquake film where you will hear of the devastation of the city and the stories of the people it left behind. Then you will embark on a 1-hour […]
Walking Tours
Discover the Art Deco Capital with Napier’s official, most experienced, and longest running tour operator. Nov 26, 2024LinBHInteresting and enjoyable walking tour of Napier, NZTripadvisor review: Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust: We were lucky to get space on the 10am walking tour before needing to catch our bus later in […]