Top Things to do in Ruapehu
What to do and see in Ruapehu, North Island: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
Discover the best top things to do in Ruapehu, New Zealand including Dinosaur House, National Army Museum, Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre (Whakapapa Visitor Centre), SLR - Vertigo Adventure Centre, Ohakune museum.
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1. Dinosaur House
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
The Dinosaur House is a small museum which is run by dinosaur enthusiasts Ian & Sarah Moore. The Museum contains an amazing collection of dinosaur displays and fossils. Housed in a beautiful 1922 heritage building in the centre of the historic town of Raetihi. It is a traditional museum using the beauty and majesty of more than 100 specimens to show the public the exciting and wonderful world of fossils and dinosaurs. You’ll be transported back to prehistoric times to explore our carefully curated exhibits which will expand your mind.
Reviewed By YorkshireTeabag
Really well done. Friendly hosts truly knowledgeable and passionate about the subject. Some great items such as the actual costume worn by Sam Neill in Jurassic Park III. Highly recommend for all ages.
2. National Army Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 278 reviews
The National Army Museum, is an army war museum in Waiouru, New Zealand, providing access to a unique collection of military exhibits, vehicles, memorabilia and public research material. The Museum is guardian to many of our national treasures, the displays are exceptional, the experience unforgettable.The Museum's Military Archive & Research Library is one of the leading military research centres in New Zealand. The Museum Gift Shop has an assortment of quality products for any special occasion. Kidz HQ is an interactive area for the children to enjoy; with puzzles, dress up and so much more. Our Cafe offers an array of tempting morsels to satisfy your taste buds.The National Army Museum open from 9.00am - 4.30pm seven days a week (with the exception of Christmas Day when the Museum is closed). Discover New Zealand's military history, engage with real life soldiers' stories and reflect on how conflict has shaped our nation.
Reviewed By nzworkingmum - Wellington, New Zealand
A great little museum just off SH1 in Waiouru. We were staying overnight before venturing over the desert road in winter and were looking got something to fill a couple of hours. So glad we did. The café was not open and there is another part they are still developing but the main museum is great anyway. The exhibits take you from the NZ wars right through to present day campaigns (although for some reason the child's activity sheet took us round in reverse order). If you go round in chronological order you finish in a beautiful greenstone memorial.
3. Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre (Whakapapa Visitor Centre)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 474 reviews
Located in the heart of the Tongariro National Park, Whakapapa i-SITE (Tongariro Visitor Centre) provide expert local knowledge and free, objective advice on travel throughout the Ruapehu Region and New Zealand. We provide booking services for accommodation, activities, transport and more.
Reviewed By EmGeeNz - Kaiwaka, New Zealand
Great centre. Full of amazing informative displays etc. highly recommend if you wish to learn more about the area
4. SLR - Vertigo Adventure Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
SLR Ski & Board Rentals, Vertigo Climbing, Marmot Outlet Store and Mountain Bike Station all share the space at Vertigo Adventure Centre in Ohakune
Reviewed By HawkesbayGlasgow - Napier, New Zealand
We visited with 2 teenage boys during Easter hols. The gentleman with the magnificent moustache was outstanding ????. Great customer service! He had an excellent way of talking to the kids and engaging them around the Health and Safety. An unmissable experience and a great way to exhaust kids of all ages. Thanks.
