Whakarewarewa Travel Guide
Rotorua





Visit Whakarewarewa
Popular places to visit

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Walk, cycle or ride a horse through this picturesque forest filled with a magnificent array of trees from around the world.

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.

Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Learn about geothermal activity and how the Maori people have been living in these intense surroundings for hundreds of years.

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.
Things to do

Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua

Rotorua: Polynesian Spa Pavilion Hot Pool Bathing (12+ yrs)

Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

Polynesian Spa Rotorua: Family Hot Pools and Freshwater Pool

Rotorua: The Buried Village of Te Wairoa
Top hotels in Whakarewarewa

Rydges Rotorua
Clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Imperial Hotel Rotorua
The stay was good but perhaps bit of improvement on customer service would be good, we ran out of coffee/tea but had to call the staff 3 times before it was being delivered and we wanted to have a swim but the swimming pool was not very clean. Thanks.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

