Taupō Central Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Taupō Central
Popular places to visit
Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
Browse and purchase fascinating pieces of art and go on an exciting cultural journey at this popular museum and gallery.
Taupō Hot Springs
Enjoy an outing to Taupō Hot Springs during your stay in Taupō. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.
Spa Thermal Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō.
Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
Explore the waterfront in Taupō with a trip to Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in the area.
Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre is just one of the places to see in Taupō, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Wairakei Geothermal Power Station
Explore the campus of Wairakei Geothermal Power Station during your stay in Taupō. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Activities
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Hunting Lodge
Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Marvelous Circus
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Enchanted Candy Forest
Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Maori Rock Carvings 5:00 PM Cruise
Our pick of the best Taupō Central Hotel Deals
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Friendly staff, especially the restaurant staff.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
Friendly staff, room was very clean & 2minute walk to a restaurant & lake
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Beechtree Motel
Goog
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
Comfy beds, great views of the lake, friendly staff. My main issue is that the curtains are NOT blockout and let the light in all night, and the sun from early in the morning.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Ika Nui Taupo
Clean, well stocked suite with friendly management! Loved the added patio space.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
Clean room, friendly staff. Lionel’s is a very good restaurant but wasn’t open for breakfast. No in room safe
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Taupō Central
Rangatira Park
While visiting Rangatira Park, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River.
Hilltop
While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō.
Tauhara
While visiting Tauhara, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Maori Carvings.
Waipahihi
If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
Two Mile Bay
While Two Mile Bay may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taupō Hot Springs and The Landing Lake Taupō.
Richmond Heights
While Richmond Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taupō Hot Springs and Maori Carvings.
