Fairy Springs Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





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Popular places to visit

Skyline Rotorua
Take in the splendid scenery during a gondola ride and jump in a luge cart to navigate your way down the exciting mountain track.

Mitai Maori Village
For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.

Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park
Learn about New Zealand’s most famous bird as you explore this comprehensive wildlife park, complete with a lake full of trout and walk through aviaries.

Polynesian Spa
Set among the serene Government Gardens on the shores of Lake Rotorua, these hot pools are an idyllic place to relax and unwind.

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Walk, cycle or ride a horse through this picturesque forest filled with a magnificent array of trees from around the world.

Tamaki Maori Village
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Tamaki Maori Village in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Activities

Rotorua: 6 Ziplines, 400m Tandem, Cliff Walk & Swing Bridges

Rotorua: 6 ziplines, swing-bridges & wildlife encounters

Zorb Inflatable Ball Ride from Mount Ngongotaha in New Zealand

Rotorua: Te Pa Tu Māori Cultural Experience with Dinner

Kaituna River: Whitewater Rafting Experience
Our pick of the best Fairy Springs Hotel Deals

AWA Hotel
Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Hideaway of Rotorua
Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Newina Rotorua
Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

2 double and 1 sofa beds chalet 7C
Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2025

Fairy Springs Motel
Reviewed on 12 Mar. 2025

2 double and 1 sofa beds chalet 7D
Other neighbourhoods around Fairy Springs

Kawaha Point
River views, spas and restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Kawaha Point. Make a stop by Lake Rotorua while you're exploring.

Koutu
While visiting Koutu, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Rotorua and Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre.

Mangakakahi
Though Mangakakahi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kuirau Park and Eat Street.

Ohinemutu
Unique features of Ohinemutu include the spas and lake views. Make a stop by Lake Rotorua or St. Faith's Anglican Church while you're exploring the area.

Ngongotaha
Ngongotaha is noteworthy for its lake views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Agrodome and Lake Rotorua.

Utuhina
While Utuhina isn't home to many top sights, Kuirau Park and Rotorua Central Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
- Skyline Rotorua
- Mitai Maori Village
- Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park
- Ogo
- Volcanic Hills Winery
- Polynesian Spa
- Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
- Lake Rotoiti
- Lake Rotorua
- Tamaki Maori Village
- Eat Street
- Lake Tarawera
- Rotorua Central Mall
- Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
- Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
- Rotorua Night Market
- Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
- Rotorua Hospital
- Kuirau Park
- Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa
- Waikite Valley Thermal Pools
- Rotorua Energy Events Centre
- Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
- Lake Tikitapu
- Agrodome
- Rotorua International Stadium
- Waimangu Volcanic Valley
- Government Gardens
- Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance
- Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools
- Lake Okareka