Visit Hastings, The Heart of Hawke's Bay

Stretch out in Hastings! The district has it all - great weather, welcoming people, vibrant city life, attractions and events. Hastings is the heart of Hawke's Bay! It boasts over 65 wineries - many with cellar door and award winning restaurants, iconic features like Te Mata Peak and Cape Kidnappers and family fun at attractions like New Zealand's only themed water park - Splash Planet. There's plenty to enjoy and savour!

  • Hastings - the Heart of Hawke's Bay

    What makes Hastings the beating heart of the region?

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Visit Hastings now!

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The Hastings District is the largest area in Hawke's Bay. Boasting over 73,000 people the district is a mix of diverse cultures set over the fertile Heretaunga Plains and the Havelock North hills.

Situated on the east coast of the North Island, the district offers a unique lifestyle, in an unforgettable region renowned for its fantastic climate, beautiful wineries, an eclectic arts and culture scene and thriving business community.

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The district has excellent shopping, New Zealand's biggest water theme park Splash Planet, and is ideal for those wanting to take a walking trail or visit one of our parks and gardens or stunning sandy beaches.

Festivals and events are held throughout the year, such as the Blossom Festival, Kelt Capital Stakes, Horse of the Year and Harvest Hawkes Bay.

If you require assistance with accommodation and bookings for events and activities in Hastings contact the Hastings i-Site Visitor Centre on 0800 42 78 46 or email info@visithastings.co.nz

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