Experience the beauty of Napier City and its surrounding areas on the Deco City Discoverer Tour. Explore the Art Deco Capital of the World, visit scenic spots, and learn fascinating stories from knowledgeable local drivers.
Experience the beauty of Napier City and its surrounding areas on the Deco City Discoverer Tour. Explore the Art Deco Capital of the World, visit scenic spots, and learn fascinating stories from knowledgeable local drivers.
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Napier Art Deco Buildings - The Deco City Discoverer offers a 3-hour tour departing from two locations, depending on the ship’s arrival. A message will be sent via Viator with the pick-up location and time. Pick-up is available from your ship or the Napier i-Site Information Centre next to the shuttle bus stop.
The tour travels through Napier…
- Napier Art Deco Buildings - The Deco City Discoverer offers a 3-hour tour departing from two locations, depending on the ship’s arrival. A message will be sent via Viator with the pick-up location and time. Pick-up is available from your ship or the Napier i-Site Information Centre next to the shuttle bus stop.
The tour travels through Napier City, highlighting all points of interest along the coast, leading to the first stop at Waitangi Regional Park, located on the beach overlooking Hawke Bay.
The journey continues inland through the rural area of Meeanee to the Silky Oak Chocolate Company, nestled among the orchards. The tour proceeds to Taradale, passing the unique Art Deco McDonald’s.
In Ahuriri, the original Port of Napier, there is a photo stop at the stunning Art Deco building of the former National Tobacco Building.
The tour ascends Napier Hill for breathtaking views over Napier City and the wider Hawkes Bay area, then moves into the heart of the city, showcasing many beautiful Art Deco buildings. It is a pleasure to guide you through this unique and beautiful city. Thank you for joining us.
- Marine Parade - Travel along the Marine Parade, filled with fascinating sites and views.
- The Silky Oak Chocolate Company - Silky Oak is a family business creating exquisite chocolate creations guaranteed to delight. The location includes a café, gift shop, and restrooms.
- National Tobacco Company Building - Admire the ornate Art Deco building, the most photographed in the city. Photos can be taken of you standing on the steps of this grand Art Deco building. This is a photo stop only, with no access inside the building.

- Air-conditioned transportation
- Air-conditioned transportation
- Food and drinks
- Food and drinks
Deco City Discoverer Napier Tour treats you to the Best Views and highlights of Napier City and surrounding areas traveling along the coast through the countryside and around the Art Deco Capital of the World.
Three stops along the way to explore the Celestial Star Compass, Silky Oak Chocolate Company, and the National Tobacco building (photo stop)
Our…
Deco City Discoverer Napier Tour treats you to the Best Views and highlights of Napier City and surrounding areas traveling along the coast through the countryside and around the Art Deco Capital of the World.
Three stops along the way to explore the Celestial Star Compass, Silky Oak Chocolate Company, and the National Tobacco building (photo stop)
Our Art Deco bus is very unique, large windows to see all the great views, spacious & comfortable interior and a rear viewing deck for that extra good photo or to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine.
Our experienced drivers are locals full of interesting information and stories about our beautiful home Napier City
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.