Popular places to visit
Spa Thermal Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō.
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.
Wairakei Geothermal Power Station
Walk around the campus at Wairakei Geothermal Power Station as part of your travels around Taupō. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
A.C. Baths
You can learn about the history of Taupō with a trip to A.C. Baths. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.
Golf Club Taupō
Enjoy a round of golf in Taupō at Golf Club Taupō. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.
Maori Carvings
You can find out about the history of Taupō when you stop by Maori Carvings. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Lake Taupō Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise aboard Ernest Kemp
Taupo: Lake Taupo Western Bays Catamaran Tour with Bush Walk
Luxury Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures
Top hotels in Tauhara
Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort
good value in quite location
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Lake Taupo Holiday Resort
This resort with out a doubt has to be the best family resort in NZ! The pool is incredible, the 2brm motel style room is stylish but functional.
Reviewed on May 28, 2020
Wairakei Resort Taupo
The room was very clean and comfortable. Staff were mostly friendly but some were not. Food was reasonably priced, although they weren't transparent with breakfast charges. They tried to charge for breakfast we didn't have. The facilities were good but the pools needed a bit of a spruce. Some things ...
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Room was spotless. Only problem was I had to walk from one end of the Lodge to the other with my bag.
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Beechtree Motel
Clean spacious room, and a fantastic shower!! I appreciated the carparking under cover as it was pouring with rain when I arrived!!
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Oasis Beach Motel
Room was clean and adequate for our 1 night stay, although the beds were not very comfortable. Too soft for our needs
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tauhara
Hilltop
If you're spending some time in Hilltop, Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō are top sights worth seeing.
Taupō Central
While visiting Taupō Central, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Waikato River.
Rangatira Park
If you're spending some time in Rangatira Park, Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River are top sights worth seeing.
Waipahihi
If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
Richmond Heights
While there might not be top attractions in Richmond Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Taupō Hot Springs and The Landing Lake Taupō.
Two Mile Bay
When in Two Mile Bay, you can plan a visit to Taupō Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
