Richmond Heights Travel Guide
Taupō
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Popular places to visit
Taupō Hot Springs
Enjoy an outing to Taupō Hot Springs during your stay in Taupō. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.
Spa Thermal Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō.
Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
Browse and purchase fascinating pieces of art and go on an exciting cultural journey at this popular museum and gallery.
Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
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.
Wairakei Geothermal Power Station
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.
A.C. Baths
You can learn about the history of Taupō with a trip to A.C. Baths. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo
Lake Taupō Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise aboard Ernest Kemp
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise
Lake Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings 10.30 AM 1.5-Hour Cruise
Top hotels in Richmond Heights
Oasis Beach Motel
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Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
A short but enjoyable stay. Would book again. KMiller
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
This would have been glorious 20 years ago… beautiful thermally heated outdoor pools, squash and tennis courts, gym, large grounds…. but as much as amenities are still nice the room we were in was likely last updated in 90’s and barely maintained in recent years. Damp, a light fitting fell out and ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Lakeland Resort Taupo
Clean rooms friendly staff good parking spots
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hilton Lake Taupo
We loved our stay and enjoyed the heated pool. It is central to many places on the north island. We would stay there again.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
Lots of space in the room (we were in 6A) - only issue was it was a connected room and most people only stayed one night so were up super early crashing around in the morning(could easily hear talking and the tv through the wall). Shower was very weak, beds were fine though the single in the kids ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Richmond Heights
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 Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp.
Waipahihi
If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
Rainbow Point
While visiting Rainbow Point, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay.
Hilltop
While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō.
Wharewaka
While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and The Landing Lake Taupō.
Taupō Central
If you're spending some time in Taupō Central, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Lake Taupō are top sights worth seeing.
