Hilltop Travel Guide

Taupō

Photo by Aaron Andersen
Photo by Aaron Andersen

Popular places to visit

Spa Thermal Park

Spa Thermal Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō.

Spa Thermal Park
Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery which includes indigenous culture and art

Taupō Museum and Art Gallery

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Browse and purchase fascinating pieces of art and go on an exciting cultural journey at this popular museum and gallery.

Taupō Museum and Art Gallery

Taupō Hot Springs

4/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Taupō Hot Springs during your stay in Taupō. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.

Taupō Hot Springs

Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre is just one of the places to see in Taupō, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

4/5(3 reviews)

Explore the campus of Wairakei Geothermal Power Station during your stay in Taupō. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp

5/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront in Taupō with a trip to Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in the area.

Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp

Things to do

Taupo: Māori Rock Carvings Lake Taupo Sailing Tour

Taupo: Māori Rock Carvings Lake Taupo Catamaran Tour

Rp675.602
per adult
Taupo: Māori Rock Carvings Lake Taupo Catamaran Tour
Freefalling above Lake Taupo

Lake Taupo 12,000-Foot Tandem Skydiving

Rp3.309.470
per adult
Lake Taupo 12,000-Foot Tandem Skydiving
Tandem Skydive Experience in Taupo

Tandem Skydive Experience in Taupo

Rp3.221.348
per adult
Tandem Skydive Experience in Taupo
Huka Falls by Jet Boat

Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo

Rp1.456.167
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo
Lake Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings 10.30 AM 1.5-Hour Cruise

Lake Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings 10.30 AM 1.5-Hour Cruise

Rp577.689
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings 10.30 AM 1.5-Hour Cruise
Maori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise

Maori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise

Rp489.567
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise
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Top hotels in Hilltop

Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo

5 out of 5
80-100 Napier Road, Taupo
The price is Rp2.100.235 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
Rp2.100.235
Rp2.415.270 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Love the pool, spa and gym and the rooms are very comfortable"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Hilton Lake Taupo
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

2.5 out of 5
76 Napier-Taupo Road, SH 5, Taupo
The price is Rp826.462 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp826.462
Rp950.431 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa holiday park in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Loved the pool."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
Stag Park Accommodation

Stag Park Accommodation

2 out of 5
140 Napier Rd, Taupo, Waikato
The price is Rp852.022 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
Rp852.022
Rp979.825 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Taupō. Enjoy free parking and a restaurant. Popular attractions Taupō Hot Springs and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are located nearby.
7/10 Good! (52 reviews)
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Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Stag Park Accommodation
Wairakei Resort Taupo

Wairakei Resort Taupo

4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
The price is Rp1.184.311 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
Rp1.184.311
Rp1.361.958 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Wairakei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
"The reception was professional and helpful, and friendly. The outdoor pool was wonderful. Plenty of delicious food for dinner."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is Rp910.599 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
Rp910.599
Rp1.047.189 total
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
7.4/10 Good! (926 reviews)
"Lovely staff and well oresented.Great food."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

3.5 out of 5
76-80 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is Rp1.277.987 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
Rp1.277.987
Rp1.469.739 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice friendly people. A little untidy outside the front, but it is winter. Nice stay."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Hilltop

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Waipahihi

If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Waipahihi
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Richmond Heights

While Richmond Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taupō Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park.

Richmond Heights
Taupo featuring a lake or waterhole

Taupō Central

If you're spending some time in Taupō Central, Lake Taupō and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Taupō Central
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Two Mile Bay

While Two Mile Bay may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taupō Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park.

Two Mile Bay
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Tauhara

While visiting Tauhara, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and A.C. Baths.

Tauhara
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Rainbow Point

While visiting Rainbow Point, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay.

Rainbow Point

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