Rotorua
Te Puia
Home to the famous Pohutu Geyser, Te Puia is a geothermal wonderland with boiling mud pools, hot springs, and the New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute. Visitors can experience traditional Maori culture and see skilled artisans at work.
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Known for its colorful geothermal features, including the Champagne Pool, Artist's Palette, and the Lady Knox Geyser, which erupts daily. The park offers walking tracks that provide close-up views of these natural wonders.
Tamaki Maori Village
An immersive cultural experience where visitors can learn about Maori traditions, enjoy a traditional hangi feast, and witness captivating performances of song, dance, and storytelling.
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
A stunning forest with towering Californian redwoods, offering a network of walking, mountain biking, and horse riding trails. The Redwoods Treewalk features a series of suspension bridges for a unique perspective of the forest.
Rotorua Museum (Te Whare Taonga o Te Arawa)
Housed in the historic Bath House building, the museum offers insights into Rotorua's cultural history, geothermal activity, and the impact of volcanic eruptions. Note: The museum is currently closed for earthquake strengthening.
Kuirau Park
A public park in the heart of Rotorua with geothermal features such as steaming lakes, bubbling mud pools, and hot foot baths. It's a great place for a leisurely stroll and to experience geothermal activity up close.
Skyline Rotorua
Featuring a gondola ride to the top of Mount Ngongotaha, Skyline Rotorua offers stunning views, a thrilling luge ride, ziplining, and the SkySwing. There's also a restaurant and tasting room for locally produced wines.
Blue and Green Lakes (Lake Tikitapu and Lake Rotokakahi)
Two beautiful lakes located near each other, offering opportunities for swimming, kayaking, and picnicking. The Blue Lake is popular for its clear waters and recreational activities, while the Green Lake is considered sacred and is not open for public swimming.