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

Zorb Inflatable Ball Ride from Mount Ngongotaha in New Zealand

Rotorua: 6 Ziplines, Swing-Bridges & Wildlife Encounters

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

4-Day Auckland to Wellington via Rotorua Tour

Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras

Rotorua: Te Pa Tu Māori Cultural Experience with Dinner
Our pick of the best Fairy Springs Hotel Deals

Newina Rotorua
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

AWA Hotel
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Hideaway of Rotorua
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Fairy Springs Motel
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2025

Ripple Rotorua
Reviewed on 14 Sept 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.

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

Utuhina
While Utuhina isn't home to many top sights, Kuirau Park and Rotorua Central Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village are top sights worth seeing.
Fairy Springs Travel Guide
- 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
- Rotorua Central Mall
- Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
- Lake Tarawera
- Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
- Rotorua Night Market
- Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
- Kuirau Park
- Rotorua Hospital
- Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa
- Waikite Valley Thermal Pools
- Rotorua Energy Events Centre
- Lake Tikitapu
- Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
- Agrodome
- Waimangu Volcanic Valley
- Government Gardens
- Rotorua International Stadium
- Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance
- Hamurana Springs
- Lake Okareka
- Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre