Richmond Heights Travel Guide

Taupō

Popular places to visit

Spa Thermal Park

Spa Thermal Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō.

Spa Thermal Park
Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery which includes indigenous culture and art

Taupō Museum and Art Gallery

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Browse and purchase fascinating pieces of art and go on an exciting cultural journey at this popular museum and gallery.

Taupō Museum and Art Gallery

Taupō Hot Springs

4/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Taupō Hot Springs during your stay in Taupō. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.

Taupō Hot Springs

Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

4.5/5(9 reviews)

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 i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

4/5(3 reviews)

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.

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp

5/5(1 review)

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 Marina and Boat Ramp

Things to do

Lake Taupo: Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Boat Cruise

Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise

฿1,138
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise
Maori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise

Maori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise

฿964
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

฿1,065
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua
Freefalling above Lake Taupo

Lake Taupo 12,000-Foot Tandem Skydiving

฿6,519
per adult
Lake Taupo 12,000-Foot Tandem Skydiving
Sail Barbary on Great Lake Taupo

Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo

฿1,061
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo
Tandem Skydive Experience in Taupo

Tandem Skydive Experience in Taupo

฿6,346
per adult
Tandem Skydive Experience in Taupo
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Top hotels in Richmond Heights

Wairakei Resort Taupo

Wairakei Resort Taupo

4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
The price is ฿2,552 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
฿2,552
฿2,935 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Wairakei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff was welcoming and pleasant to meet"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is ฿1,780 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿1,780
฿2,047 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (909 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Oasis Beach Motel

Oasis Beach Motel

4.5 out of 5
241 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is ฿1,972 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
฿1,972
฿2,268 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star beach motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Proximity to the lake was great"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Oasis Beach Motel
Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo

5 out of 5
80-100 Napier Road, Taupo
The price is ฿3,996 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,996
฿4,595 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Bed was a bit lumpy bumpy"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Hilton Lake Taupo
Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel

4.5 out of 5
56 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
The price is ฿2,686 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
฿2,686
฿3,089 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star family-friendly motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (868 reviews)
"Room very clean & tidy - light didn’t work but staff sorted with no issue & in short time frame. Bed comfortable VG linen & towels. Not top class but very good value for money- 4 square & cafe across the road & easy walking distance to town & lake. Wi stay there again"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Beechtree Motel
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

2.5 out of 5
76 Napier-Taupo Road, SH 5, Taupo
The price is ฿1,628 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
฿1,628
฿1,873 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa holiday park in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"It would be better if blankets could be provided."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Richmond Heights

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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.

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Waipahihi

If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

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Rainbow Point

While visiting Rainbow Point, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay.

Rainbow Point
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Hilltop

While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō.

Hilltop
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Wharewaka

While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and The Landing Lake Taupō.

Wharewaka
Taupo featuring a lake or waterhole

Taupō Central

If you're spending some time in Taupō Central, Lake Taupō and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Taupō Central

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