Bay of Plenty Region Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal landscape with a prominent hill, numerous boats on the water, and a cityscape in the background.
A coastal landscape with a grassy hillside, a beach, and a sunset.
A geothermal hot spring with clear blue water, a red-brown edge, and steam rising from the water.
A beach with sailboats, a grassy area with flags, and a hill in the background.
A coastal town with a bay, boats, buildings, and a hilly landscape.

Popular cities in Bay of Plenty Region

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

  • Polynesian Spa
  • Skyline Rotorua
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
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
Waihi Beach
Known for Beaches, Camping and Surfing
Experience the beaches, surfing and camping in Waihi Beach!

Reasons to visit

  • Island View
Whakatane
Known for Friendly people, Spas and Islands
Get away to upscale Whakatane! Enjoy the island views, adventure and spas.
Ohope
Known for Beaches, Ports and Spas
Relaxing Ohope is calling! Discover its beaches, surfing, spas and more.
Pukehina
Explore attractions like Pukehina Beach and Bay of Plenty as you discover things to see and do in Pukehina.

Stay near popular Bay of Plenty Region attractions

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