10 Sights & Landmarks in Rotorua That You Shouldn't Miss

September 15, 2021 Oliva Fomby

Bubbling mineral springs and pools promise maximum relaxation in Rotorua, on New Zealand's North Island. Therapeutic hot mud pools, dramatic geysers and a buried village are within easy reach of the city. What happens in the bubbling mud geysers of "Rotovegas"—the area at the top of Fenton Street—stays in Rotovegas. Once you've made the most of the mud, soar nearly 2,000 feet on the Skyline Gondola for views of Lake Rotorua, then zip back down to explore the lake by paddle steamer, fishing charter or WWII amphibious vehicle.
Restaurants in Rotorua

1. Rotorua international stadium

78 Devon Street, Rotorua 3015 New Zealand http://www.eventsandvenues.co.nz/venues/rotorua-international-stadium/
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Rotorua international stadium

2. St Michael's Catholic Church

Rotorua 3010 New Zealand https://www.stmichaelsrotorua.school.nz/our-parish.html
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St Michael's Catholic Church

3. Surico Alpaca

215 Tauranga Direct Road, Rotorua 3096 New Zealand +64 7-332 2362 [email protected] http://www.surico.co.nz
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Surico Alpaca

For an amazing alpaca adventure visit Surico where you can see a real working alpaca farm and get up close to these fabulous animals. Tour is approximately 90 mins and includes a guided farm walk, walk an alpaca on a lead, wonderful views of Lake Rotorua, takes photos with an alpaca, see products made from our alpacas. Located only 20 minutes from downtown Rotorua via the picturesque village of Ngongataha or if you take the scenic drive around Lake Rotorua we are only 20 mins from the airport. Tour cost $45 per adult Children $25.

4. Amokura Glass

153 Fairy Springs Rd. Fairy Springs, Rotorua 3015 New Zealand +64 27 608 6545 [email protected] http://www.amokuraglass.com
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Amokura Glass

Come into Amokura Glass to see how glass objects are made or to try working with glass yourself. Watch our artists shape one of the most dynamic and fascinating materials on earth, molten glass. Watch as the glass moves and glows! Our artists will pinch pull and blow the glass into different forms to make one of a kind glass art. After watching how the glass is shaped, you can shop in the gallery to pick up your own unique piece of glass. Want to give it a go? We offer workshops every weekend in blown and fused glass. Learn how to make your own glass paperweight, pumpkin or tile! Sign up online! Summer hours 9am- 5pm (Nov 1- April 1). Demos from 9:20-2:30 Winter house 10am- 5pm (April 1 - Nov1). Demos from 1:00- 5:00

5. Tamaki Maori Village

1220 Hinemaru St, Rotorua 3010 New Zealand +64 7-349 2999 [email protected] http://www.tamakimaorivillage.co.nz
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4.5 based on 5,404 reviews

Tamaki Maori Village

Tamaki Māori Village – Evening Cultural Experience. New Zealand’s Most Awarded Cultural Experience! Experience an evening of ceremonial ritual, powerful cultural performance, storytelling & hangi feasting. Share in the Powhiri, our ancient ceremony of welcome before entering our pre-European Māori Village nestled within a native Tawa Forest. The village comes alive with sights, sounds & activity of days gone by including haka, poi, tattooing, weaving, carving and arts of warrior training. You will have the opportunity to participate in these activities. Witness the earth being scraped away from the hāngi pit to reveal baskets of food cooked beneath the ground on hot stones. Enter the ancestral meeting house and enjoy a powerful cultural performance before dining the traditional hāngi buffet feast!

Reviewed By rhigr - London, United Kingdom

From the minute Hone picked me up it was phenomenal, the whole drive there our guide, Liam, was warm and funnny as well as informative, and the experience of walking around and learning about Maori culture was unforgettable! I’m also a veggie and was amply provided for - would highly recommend, well worth a visit

6. Agrodome

141 Western Rd, Ngongotaha, Rotorua 3010 New Zealand +64 7-357 1050 [email protected] http://www.agrodome.co.nz/
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Agrodome

In the heart of 350-acres of lush farmland, yet only 10 minutes from Rotorua city centre, you’ll find New Zealand’s Agrodome. Join us for a unique New Zealand farm experience! For over 40 years, visitors from all over the globe have come to the Agrodome to see our world-famous Farm Show starring a cast of talented animals… and you! You’ll hear amazing facts and have a few laughs as you’re introduced to 19 breeds of sheep. After the show you can visit the Farmyard Nursery, which is home to our cutest baby animals who are available for cuddles and photos! There are three exciting shows a day at 9.30am, 11.00am and 2.30pm. Plus, if you really want to explore the Agrodome 350-acre working farm then join our Farm Tour. During this guided tour, you'll get to hand-feed loads of friendly animals including Romney sheep, cattle, deer, llamas, ostrich, pigs and alpaca! You’ll also sample delicious kiwifruit juice and honey from our land. Tours depart daily at 10.40am, 12.10pm, 1.30pm and 3.40pm.

Reviewed By Footprints201362 - Orem, United States

We loved the show and the MC, loved the baby lambs and the explanations. Very good, and well worth it--wish we'd had more time.

7. Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village

17 Tryon Street Whakarewarewa Village, Rotorua 3010 New Zealand +64 7-349 3463 [email protected] http://www.whakarewarewa.com/
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Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village

With natural geothermal heat radiating from the ground, Whakarewarewa Living Māori Village is a unique cultural experience, set in a fascinating geothermal landscape, offering an authentic peek into Māori village life. Hourly guided tours give visitors a chance to learn how the geothermal resources are used in daily life, twice-daily cultural performances are filled with fun interactivity, and a network of nature trails traverse geothermal lakes, bubbling mud and explosive geysers. This will be a memorable experience for all ages. Open 8.30am – 5.00pm daily.

Reviewed By linfarrington24 - Launceston, Australia

Loved seeing how Maori people have lived and evolved over hundreds of years. Wonderful to be welcomed and encouraged to share their pride in their cultural heritage. We started with a tour by a young guide who had a uniquely modern perspective on her heritage, we followed that with the cultural show which brought us to tears in the beauty of the love songs and the passion of the cultural expressions. Finally we shared a traditionally prepared meal, which we thought we would 'experience' rather than enjoy. How wrong we were! It all goes to show how much we have to learn from our indigenous brothers and sisters!

8. Ohinemutu

Mataiwhera St, Rotorua New Zealand http://www.newzealand.com/int/feature/ohinemutu/
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Ohinemutu

Reviewed By klvmar

Ohinemutu is the site of a Maori village on the shores of Lake Rotorua. Two beautiful structures at this location face each other, the Tamatekapua meeting house and St. Faith's Anglican Church. Both buildings are predominantly white with red trim, and both are embellished with impressive Maori carvings.

9. Te Puia

Hemo Road, Rotorua New Zealand +64 7-348 9047 [email protected] http://www.tepuia.com
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Te Puia

Te Puia spans 70 hectares within the historic Te Whakarewarewa Valley, on the edge of town. We are home to the world famous Pohutu geyser, to mud pools, hot springs, to silica formations to the Kiwi bird and the national schools of wood carving, weaving, stone and bone carving. We have shared these treasures with manuhiri (visitors) for 170 years and proudly continue that legacy today.

Reviewed By ruki-de - Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

Enjoyed the combo with the guided tour of the craft school, Pohutu geyser, general entertainment, Maori show, the multi-course dinner and hot chocolate back at the geyser after dark. Included pick-up from and return to accommodation.

10. aMAZEme

1335 Paradise Valley Road, Ngongotaha, Rotorua New Zealand +64 7-357 5759 [email protected] http://amazeme.co.nz
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4.5 based on 378 reviews

aMAZEme

Beautiful Hedge Maze, located in Rotorua. Park entry includes loads of old fashioned family fun. Sack racing, giant board games, tug o war. Bring a picnic! Open 7 days a week during July school holiday. 4/7 - 19/7 2020

Reviewed By mrsmlmls - Taranaki Region, New Zealand

Awesome place ! Friendly staff, so much fun and the old fashioned games area was a bonus. Defintely recommend. Great value for money.

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