Taupō Central Travel Guide
Taupō
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 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 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 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.
Things to do
Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures - Kindred Spirit
Lake Taupō Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise aboard Ernest Kemp
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Hunting Lodge
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua
Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise
Top hotels in Taupō Central
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Had dinner at the restaurant. Was very nice
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Acacia Lake View Motel
Very clean, well presented close to town centre. We found the bed not to our liking, too firm, and we couldn't find the wifi login in the room.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
Clean; friendly staff; good location; quiet; good restaurant- we will return.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Beechtree Motel
Clean room
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
We had a spa room at the front with beautiful views of the lake and very private. Our room was excellent and well serviced daily. Checkin was easy and quick and the Owner had plenty of local knowledge. We did not use the thermal spa as we had a private room spa. Only issue was people upstairs walking ...
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Silver Fern Lodge
Value for money!! Bedding super comfortable and large. Great space and room much larger than anticipated. Shower... that pressure! Amazing! Super good pressure. Great heat. Cannot fault
Reviewed on 18 Oct 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 A.C. Baths.
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.
