The 10 Best Fun Activities & Games in Rotorua, North Island

October 30, 2021 Alice Mieles

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. The Wall

1140 Hinemoa Street, Rotorua 3010 New Zealand +64 7-350 1400 [email protected] http://www.basementcinema.co.nz/the-wall.html
Excellent
80%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 25 reviews

The Wall

Welcome to "The Wall " Rotorua's Indoor Climbing facility. Looking for something different to do? Then come try indoor rock climbing. The Wall is open 7 days - rain, hail or shine and is located right in the centre of town. Our wall is almost 20m at the highest point. We have 56 different climbs, 28 lead climbs and 30 top ropes. We have a 17m caving ladder that the kids love (big kids too)

Reviewed By buckyb4ll - Tauranga, New Zealand

Been here a couple times now, it's always great fun. Routesetting is fantastic, evryone can find a project to work on. Toprope and lead climbing on high walls as well as a small bouldering cave. I love this place and totally recommend it!

2. Adventure Rooms Rotorua

1142 Pukuatua Street, Rotorua 3010 New Zealand +64 7-347 7733 [email protected] http://www.adventurerooms.co.nz
Excellent
92%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
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5.0 based on 64 reviews

Adventure Rooms Rotorua

Hello and welcome to the HOME of ADVENTURE. We are NZ's First and only Adventure Rooms. We are a locally owned & operated division of 27 Locations worldwide and our puzzles are tried, tested and we LOVE what we do! If you are on the hunt for excitement, team-building and family friendly fun then you are in the right place! Located in the Sunny Bay of Plenty, close to all your accommodation, shopping and dining needs. We are Rotorua's top destination for group events from 2-14 players! Our Game-Masters will take you on a thrilling mental ride with clues and State of the art themed adventures to leave you howling with laughter! Suitable for kids of all ages (with adult supervision). Your team is LOCKED in a room with hidden and mysterious objects, with only these objects as clues, you have 60 minutes to escape. Defeat the Menacing Mad Scientist or the Fearless Black Queen today! See you soon for the biggest ADVENTURE of your life!

3. Rotofobia

1282 Hinemoa Street, Rotorua 3010 New Zealand +64 27 527 9660 [email protected] http://rotofobia.co.nz
Excellent
95%
Good
4%
Satisfactory
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5.0 based on 228 reviews

Rotofobia

We are an escape adventure house on Hinemoa street right in the center on Rotorua! We`ll lock you up in one of the rooms of our house and make sure you have an exciting time playing your way out! With lots of locks, keys, puzzles and riddles it`s all about team work, communication, mystery, heaps of fun for your brain cells and excitement for your senses and will guarantee you a daily dose of adrenaline! Are you game?! Bookings essential!

Reviewed By 842allieh - Methven, New Zealand

Such a cool way to spend an hour! We initially booked online via their easy booking system and did the “catch me if you can” room, such a fun, interactive, strategic thinking game! Enjoyed it so much we went for dinner and booked a 8.45pm game in their “strip club R18” escape room- wow! Next level! A lot harder but hilarious!!! So funny and a few things that made you laugh out loud at how ludacris they were!! MUST DO!

4. Amokura Glass

153 Fairy Springs Rd. Fairy Springs, Rotorua 3015 New Zealand +64 27 608 6545 [email protected] http://www.amokuraglass.com
Excellent
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Good
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5.0 based on 7 reviews

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. ZORB Rotorua

525 Ngongotaha Road, Rotorua 3015 New Zealand +64 7-343 7676 [email protected] http://zorb.com
Excellent
70%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,794 reviews

ZORB Rotorua

The experience of rolling down a hill inside a giant inflatable ball has been an iconic adventure experience since ZORB was invented at this very location way back in 1997! To this day, Rotorua is the ONLY location in New Zealand where you can experience this amazingly fun and bizarre bucket list activity. Please note as of 17 May 2019, ZORB Rotorua was recently purchased back by the original inventors of ZORB (Andrew and Dave Akers) the old ZORB site at 149 Western Road, Rotorua has been permanently closed and our new site (previously known as OGO Rotorua) and is undertaking a rebrand back to ZORB. Please bear in mind when reading old reviews! As the inventors and creators of ZORB, we are excited to have our brand back and our mission is to give every single customer world class customer service, health and safety and value for money when experiencing the ridiculous hilarity that is rolling down a hill in a giant inflatable ball.

Reviewed By K7385ICmichellew

We visited 29-10-18. Thank you OGO Staff (Holly & Pete) for an awesome experience!!! Our kids absolutely loved the zig zag track as a trio, as well as the hot spa and added extra:) So far it is the highlight to their NZ holiday. The photos and Go-Pro video of their ride was definitely worth purchasing. Our coffees were also really good. Thank you.

6. Flip Out Rotorua

12 Ti Street, Rotorua 3010 New Zealand +64 7-347 3558 [email protected] http://www.flipout.co.nz/flip-out-indoor-trampoline-arena-rotorua/
Excellent
33%
Good
67%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Flip Out Rotorua

7. Mini Golf Rotorua

152 Fairy Springs Road, Rotorua 3015 New Zealand +64 7-343 9349 [email protected] http://www.minigolfrotorua.co.nz
Excellent
74%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
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4.5 based on 245 reviews

Mini Golf Rotorua

Bunnies, bubbles and great music in a NZ garden paradise! Waterfalls, fishponds and birds! Join us at night under 1000s of twinkling lights with fog, lasers and more!

Reviewed By marniel

Had a great experience from start to finish. We went on Sunday morning and the young man opening up was really friendly and efficient. The course was great fun with the added bonus of rabbits and a friendly dog to pat in the entrance. Good for kids and adults alike. Would go again.

8. Rotorua Aquatic Centre

18 Tarewa Place, Rotorua 3010 New Zealand +64 7-348 8833 http://www.rdc-aquatic.co.nz/
Excellent
69%
Good
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4.5 based on 13 reviews

Rotorua Aquatic Centre

Reviewed By LAIreland2018 - Huntly, New Zealand

This is a great aquatic center consisting of a large outdoor pool, a large heated indoor pool and lovely spa area. Located right in the city and very reasonably priced.

9. Motion Entertainment Rotorua

346 Te Ngae Road, Rotorua 3010 New Zealand +64 800 428 3386 [email protected] http://www.motionentertainment.co.nz
Excellent
59%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 79 reviews

Motion Entertainment Rotorua

MOTION ENTERTAINMENT NEW ZEALANDS NO.1 ENTERTAINMENT MALL! FUN AND EXCITEMENT FOR ALL AGES NO MATTER THE WEATHER!! If you are looking for laughter, excitement, adventure and fun all under one roof then Motion Entertainment is a ‘must do’ on your visit to Rotorua. Sit back and enjoy a meal at our fully licensed restaurant or join in the atmosphere and get lost in a world of fun. Motion Entertainment is New Zealand’s Largest indoor Entertainment Mall with a state of the art mezzanine conference facility perfect for all corporate and private functions. Home to: Chipmunks Playland & Cafe Dark Ride XD Xtreme Air Indoor Tramp Park Escape Masters: Real-Life Escape Game & Virtual Reality Rooms Lumberjax Mini Golf Megazone Laser Tag Strike Zone Tenpin Bowling Timezone Arcade Revived Bistro - Fully licensed cafe & restaurant Design your day with a range of combos and multi attraction passes to make your visit unforgettable. Open 7 days - 10 am to 10 pm Follow us on Facebook!

Reviewed By BMWandL

Great place to take the kids for hours of fun. We went on our first night stay in Rotorua and back the next day for the Escape Room challenge. There is plenty to do for all ages. Place to grab a coffee too.

10. Escape Masters

346 Te Ngae Road, Rotorua 3010 New Zealand +64 7-777 2163 [email protected] http://www.escapemasters.co.nz/en/locations/nz-rotorua
Excellent
82%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 99 reviews

Escape Masters

This internationally popular phenomenon promises a vivid experience where you can become the main character of a captivating mystery. An adventure, where teams are locked in a themed room and the common goal is to break out within an hour. To escape, they have to use objects from around the room, find clues and solve puzzles! It is a room filled with brainteasers, tricky riddles, locks, keys and a lot of fun. A choice of 4 experiences and identical rooms to race. Can you escape from New Zealand's first real-life escape game?

Reviewed By NickyC744 - Auckland, New Zealand

Really well set up, had a great time with my daughter and pretty stoked to get all the clues and escape with 25 minutes to spare!

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