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Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua
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Rotorua: Nocturnal Glow-Worm Adventure Tour with a Guide
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Rotorua Tour from Auckland with buffet Lunch at Skyline Summit
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What to do in Rotorua
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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.

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.

Eat Street
During your trip to Rotorua, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eat Street.

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

Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
You can find out about the history of Rotorua with a trip to Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
Discover more about the Maori people and the traditional arts and crafts that are integral to their culture.

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.
Explore areas of Rotorua

Owhata
If you're spending some time in Owhata, Lake Rotorua and Haiku Pathway are top sights worth seeing.

Lake Okareka
Travellers like the parks in Lake Okareka, and Lake Okareka is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Whakarewarewa
The panoramic lake views and luxurious spas are just a few highlights of Whakarewarewa. Make a stop by Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village or Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute while you're exploring the area.

Lynmore
When in Lynmore, you can plan a visit to Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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

Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village are top sights worth seeing.
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- Skyline Rotorua
- Polynesian Spa
- Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
- Mitai Maori Village
- Tamaki Maori Village
- Eat Street
- Rotorua Central Mall
- Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
- Rotorua Night Market
- Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
- Rotorua Hospital
- Kuirau Park
- Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park
- Rotorua Energy Events Centre
- Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
- Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa
- Agrodome
- Government Gardens
- Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance
- Rotorua International Stadium
- Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools
- Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre
- Blue Baths
- Springfield Golf Club
- Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House
- Rotorua Golf Club
- St. Faith's Anglican Church
- Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre
- Rotorua Arts Village
- Sulphur Point
- Ogo
- Waimangu Cauldron
- Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre
- Government Gardens Golf
- Racing Rotorua
- Te Amorangi Museum
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