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.
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?
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.
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
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Marvelous Circus
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Candy Cottage
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Cursed Cabin
Our pick of the best Taupō Central Hotel Deals
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Clean and comfortable room, and great meal at the restaurant.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Tui Oaks Motel
Such a lovely welcome from the gentleman on reception! Friendly, helpful, informative, just everything you could want on arrival at your accommodation. He even gave us an upgraded room with a wonderful view of the lake. Limited space for food prep but we knew it was microwave only, so we were prepared. ...
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Acacia Lake View Motel
Outstanding from start to finish. Modern, clean accommodation in great location with wonderful views. Manager brilliant and so kind and personable. Travel cot was set up with clean linen. Super comfortable and spacious room. Best accom in NZ we’ve had.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Beechtree Motel
Clean room, good amenities, comfortable bed. Would recommend and would stay here again. Close to Lake front and short walk and/or drive to lake front eateries and shops.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
By the lake. Clean and spacious. Peaceful. Pub/restaurant right next door. What’s not to like!
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
This hotel completely exceeded my expectations! Super happy with the service, the owner upgraded our room for free when we checked in. The room was clean, spacious and beautiful. Staff were incredibly friendly too. Couldn’t be happier and highly recommend staying here.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Taupō Central
Hilltop
While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō.
Rangatira Park
While visiting Rangatira Park, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River.
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 Spa Thermal Park.
Tauhara
While visiting Tauhara, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River.
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 Spa Thermal Park.
Taupō Central Travel Guide
- Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
- Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
- Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
- Lake Taupō
- Huka Falls
- Taupō Hot Springs
- Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa
- Orakei Korako Geothermal Park and Cave
- Craters of the Moon
- Spa Thermal Park
- Wairakei Geothermal Power Station
- A.C. Baths
- Prawn Farm
- Wairakei International Golf Course
- Aratiatia Rapids
- Golf Club Taupō
- Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley
- Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
- Maori Carvings
- Rock`n Ropes
- Mind Junction
- Topgun Paintball
