Tauhara Travel Guide
Taupō
Popular places to visit
Spa Thermal Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō.
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.
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.
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.
Maori Carvings
You can find out about the history of Taupō when you stop by Maori Carvings. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo
Lake Taupō Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise aboard Ernest Kemp
Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Lake Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings 10.30 AM 1.5-Hour Cruise
Top hotels in Tauhara
Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort
Not suitable for family. The location is not good
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Lake Taupo Holiday Resort
Great place for families. Great activities
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Oasis Beach Motel
Just overall a good stay and the lids loved it
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
All good
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
The room had lots of ants in it. My husband got bitten the first night by something, This was the first night of our 4 night holiday unfortunately in and out of medical centre and antibiotics. We are home tomorrow and will probably end up in hospital to get drained. The carpet was also very dirty. ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Lakeland Resort Taupo
Dairy in eggs and no other options for eggs Staff was really nice Rest of breakfast was good
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tauhara
Hilltop
While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupō Hot Springs and 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.
Rangatira Park
While visiting Rangatira Park, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River.
Waipahihi
If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
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 Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp.
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.
