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

A geothermal area with a green pool, an orange rim, and steam rising from the water.
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
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A coastal city with a beach, residential buildings, and a cruise ship docked at the port.
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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A coastal cityscape at dusk with a view of the beach, a rocky outcrop, and a distant island.
Waihi Beach
Known for Beaches, Camping and Surfing
Experience the beaches, surfing and spas in Waihi Beach!

Reasons to visit

  • Island View
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A beach with people, a caravan, and parked cars.
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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A beach with scattered rocks and a small island with trees in the distance.
Whakatane
Known for Friendly people, Spas and Islands
Get away to upscale Whakatane! Enjoy the island views, adventure and spas.
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A beach with a sandy shore, waves, and a forested hillside in the background.
Ohope
Known for Beaches, Ports and Spas
Relaxing Ohope is calling! Discover its beaches, surfing, ruins and more.
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Stay near popular Bay of Plenty Region attractions

A large body of water with a small island in the center.

Mokoia Island

Accessible only on a guided tour, this small island at the centre of Lake Rotorua is rich in native birdlife and Māori history and culture.
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