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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Napier

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Napier, New Zealand

Updated June 18, 2025
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Napier Prison

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Napier Prison

New Zealand's oldest prison holds a dark history and the scars of a deadly earthquake.
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Napier Art Deco Historic Precinct

The highest concentration of Art Deco buildings in the world.
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Opossum World

Napier, New Zealand

Opossum World

This museum/fur store is devoted to educating guests on how awful opossums can be.
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