The Day That Changed The Bay Tour

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Discover the dramatic history of Napier and how it became known as the "Art Deco City" on a guided walking tour.

Discover the dramatic history of Napier and how it became known as the "Art Deco City" on a guided walking tour.

Highlights

  • Discover the fascinating story of Napier’s Art Deco heritage
  • Watch a short film covering the 1931 Earthquake and aftermath
  • Enjoy an easy 1 hour guided walk through the city
  • Your professional guide will take you to the places of interest and provide interesting facts and commentary
  • Choosing a tour with Art Deco Trust helps to preserve Napier’s Art Deco heritage

Join Art Deco Trust for a guided walking tour of Napier City's Art Deco highlights which is a fantastic learning experience for locals and visitors alike.

Starting off the tour at the Art Deco Centre with a 20-minute film covering the 1931 Earthquake that devastated the city as well as the aftermath for those left behind.

After the film, your professional guide will take you on an easy walking tour of central Napier where you will see the incredible Art Deco buildings and learn about the heritage of this amazing city.

Adult - 10am $31.00
Child $5.00 (Under 12 years)
Adult - 2pm $33.50

What's included

  • 20 minute film viewing at the Art Deco Centre
  • 1 hour guided walk

Duration

  • Allow approximately 90 minutes for the whole experience

Location

  • 7 Tennyson Street
  • Napier South
  • Napier 4110
  • New Zealand

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • All walks are accessible for wheelchair users.

    Guests must be able to walk approximately 2kms over flat surfaces with some steps.

  • Cancellation Policy:

    Cancellations can be made up to 48 hours prior to departure. Cancellations within 48 hours of departure incur a cancellation fee of 30% of the value of the booking. Changes or cancellations on the day of the tour will incur the full cost.

    Bookme's own terms and conditions still apply.

Available Bookings from 1 Apr to 14 Apr 2025

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  • Adult - 10am$31.00
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  • Adult - 10am$31.00
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  • Adult - 10am$31.00
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  • Adult - 10am$31.00
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  • Adult - 10am$31.00
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  • Child$5.00
  • Adult - 2pm$33.50

  • Child$5.00
  • Adult - 2pm$33.50

  • Child$5.00
  • Adult - 2pm$33.50

  • Child$5.00
  • Adult - 2pm$33.50

  • Child$5.00
  • Adult - 2pm$33.50

  • Child$5.00
  • Adult - 2pm$33.50

  • Child$5.00
  • Adult - 2pm$33.50

  • Child$5.00
  • Adult - 2pm$33.50

  • Child$5.00
  • Adult - 2pm$33.50

  • Child$5.00
  • Adult - 2pm$33.50

  • Child$5.00
  • Adult - 2pm$33.50

  • Child$5.00
  • Adult - 2pm$33.50

  • Child$5.00
  • Adult - 2pm$33.50

  • Child$5.00
  • Adult - 2pm$33.50
Very informative Great value for money Great tour. Great tour.
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claires24 from France wrote on 05 October 2022

Coup de cœur pour cette ville

Véritable coup de cœur pour cette ville. Se balader dans les rues qui sont comme figées dans le temps est une expérience incroyable. La visite à pieds est très informative et notre guide était adorable. Je recommande !

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From The Day That Changed The Bay Tour

Thank you Claire for your lovely review. We are glad you enjoyed your walking tour with us. All of our guides are volunteers and enjoy sharing their knowledge and passion for our Art Deco city. Thank you.

Kimmy kaur from New Zealand wrote on 11 February 2025

Mindfulness with history

If you want to know Napier and add a purpose to your visit, this tour is a must to do. The experience made me think about my own country and how vital it is to restore the Art and culture. That is what is our identity and that’s what truly helps you appreciate everything and everyone around.

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Arup Bhattacharya from United States wrote on 30 December 2024

Great and wonderful highly recommend

Did not expect for the ticket price paid anythinh more than the film show and was pleasantly suprised at the walking tour as well!! Very informative and lively with a lively volunteer showing us the key highlights!

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Thank you for your kind comments and glad you enjoyed your tour. Best wishes - Fiona Simon - Walks and Tours Manager

Kathy from Australia wrote on 08 November 2024

A day that changed the bay

What an excellent tour and history lesson.

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Thank you Kathy - so glad you enjoyed your time with us. Best wishes - Fiona

Philip Carley from Canada wrote on 02 November 2024

Good walk in an interesting town

excellent walking tour of Napier

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10:00 a.m.Thursday 13 July

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