Bay of Plenty Region Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Panoramic view of Mount Maunganui in Tauranga. Tauranga is a harbourside city in the Bay of Plenty region on New Zealand's North Island.
The Rotorua Museum of Art and History grounds in Rotorua, New Zealand. A little bit of Victorian England in New Zealand, the grounds contain lovely gardens and lawn bowl...lawns. Open and clean, it draws a nice mix of locals and tourists. The museum contains a great collection of fine arts and artifacts from the Maori culture.
The Polynesian Spa in Rotorua is a great place to warm up on a rainy day. Go in the morning and you'll have the place to yourself.
Rotorua is small town mostly known for its geothermal activity, geysers and hot mud pools. The steam was following us all the time! It was real experience to walk around the park while on every step something evaporates...
The sulphur smell doesn't last as long as you think it will

Popular cities in Bay of Plenty Region

Rotorua which includes a hot spring
Rotorua
Known for Spas, Lakes and Family-friendly
Geysers, hot springs, Māori culture and adventure sports welcome visitors to this fascinating city on New Zealand’s North Island.

Reasons to visit

  • Skyline Rotorua
  • Polynesian Spa
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
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Mount Maunganui showing a coastal town, a bay or harbour and general coastal views
Tauranga
Known for Beaches, Shopping and Walking
Ride a boat out to an active volcano, go whitewater rafting or just relax on a sheltered beach in this coastal town surrounded by wild hills.

Reasons to visit

  • Mount Maunganui
  • Papamoa Beach
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Lake Tarawera which includes a sandy beach as well as a small group of people
Lake Tarawera
Known for Dining, Luxury and Relaxing
Surrounded by picnic areas, camping spots and bushwalking trails, this scenic lake is a favourite holiday destination for New Zealanders.

Reasons to visit

  • Buried Village
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Looking out from Athenree into Bowentown you see the two oceanliners lining up such a fantastic view. #greatoutdoors
Waihi Beach
Known for Beaches, Camping and Surfing
Experience the beaches, surfing and cafes in Waihi Beach!
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Aerial view of the coastline's rugged rocks meeting the turquoise sea, with lush green hills embracing the town, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty Region, New Zealand.
Whakatane
Known for Friendly people, Spas and Islands
Get away to upscale Whakatane! Enjoy the island views, adventure and parks.
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West End Ohope Beach. New Zealand
Ohope
Known for Beaches, Ports and Spas
Relaxing Ohope is calling! Discover its beaches, surfing, golf and more.
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