Welcome to Napier Earthquake Tour

In this audio tour, you will learn about Napier’s worst earthquake. On February 1931, most of the city’s buildings were completely destroyed. You’ll learn about the rapid rebuilding process and why the city is famous for its Art Deco style.

Some of the locations you will have the opportunity to visit include:

• the Municipal Theatre
• the Public Trust Building
• Clive Square
• St. John's Cathedral

You will also learn about the Fire which took hold shortly after the earthquake and ran rampant throughout the city, devastating those buildings that were still standing. Fascinating and tragic, this is a memorable story. Your Tour. Your Way.