Car Hire Napier - North Island - Mini guide to Napier - North Island

Looking to make the most out of your New Zealand vacation? Why not visit Napier, considered to be one of the best loved tourist destinations as well as an ideal retirement town in New Zealand for both locals and foreigners alike.

This idyllic waterfront city is located in Hawke’s Bay, 10 kilometers or 20 minutes away from Hastings, also known as Napier’s twin city.

Napier has lots to offer both tourists and locals alike. A must visit tourist spot would be the Marine Parade. You should never miss the opportunity to capture the Pania of the Reef on photograph or film. This statue bears an uncanny resemblance to the Little Mermaid statue found in Copenhagen, Denmark. Maori legend has it that Pania, a beautiful water nymph was betrayed by her mortal husband after their secret marriage. Just like the tragic tale written by Hans Christian Andersen, the heroine of the story did not enjoy a happy ending. She returned to the sea, and till today witnesses say that she could be seen in the water over the reef, with her arms outstretched as if begging for an explanation from her former spouse. This bronze national treasure was erected one sunny day at Napier’s Marine Parade on 10th June 1954 only to have it momentarily stolen in 2005.

What’s also worth visiting is the Marineland in Napier. Boasting a great array of activities for everyone, you should wake up early and queue for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to swim with Kelly, the resident friendly Common Dolphin, as well as a chance to be part of the special guided tour that will reveal the interesting living habits of animals such as sea lions and penguins.

To reach the picturesque city of Napier, you can rely on great car hire found in surrounding towns within its vicinity. With affordable car hire, all it takes to get to Napier is a mere four hour journey by car from the capital city of Wellington.

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