What to do in Taupo

Activities, attractions and tours
Huka Falls which includes a river or creek and boating as well as a small group of people

Taupo Tourist Attractions & Activities

Coming up: Taupo! You’re about to set course in a different direction. Perpetually prepared for unique ways to get inspired and have an eye-opening adventure, you’re eager to explore an exciting travel spot from top to bottom. Book your activities today, and the only thing you'll have left to do is count the days until your escape and imagine all the places you'll go, because Expedia Australia makes it a breeze to book tons of things to do.

  • Book your favourite tour on Expedia Australia for significant savings, and you'll still have money for a fancy hotel or upscale dinner while you’re in town. The activities in Taupo are not only among the best, but they won’t cost an arm and a leg. We have 29 things to do here, and you can make them yours starting at just AU$24.
  • Taupo is popular among sightseers similar to yourself. In fact, a good percentage of travellers can't wait for the next holiday to this cityto get a taste of local history and culture and participate in the best activities. The top activities can earn the attention of even well-versed globetrotters, and it's easy to see why. Our list includes a wide variety of historically based tours and opportunities for adventure. From one-of-a kind ways to see the best this area has to give like a Half-Day Island Hopping to impressive ways to discover what's below the water's surface like the Sunset Cocktail Cruise, there is an abundance of active options at your disposal when you consider all the options for fun available here at Expedia Australia.

It takes a game plan to best get the feel for Taupo, particularly when you wish to pack in lots of exciting activities. And we can tell you don't want to hunker down in your hotel room—you're ready to get out and see what life is like for locals. You're eager to sign up for the best activities around, and a quiet day exploring local neighbourhoods is always time well spent. Our activities are the ideal way to organise your holiday. Book guided tours on Expedia Australia, and you'll learn all about the city's history along the way.


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Acacia Bay

Lake views and restaurants are notable features of Acacia Bay. You might consider stopping by Lake Taupo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Acacia Bay
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Hilltop

While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupo Hot Springs and Lake Taupo.

Hilltop
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Waipahihi

If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupo and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Waipahihi
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Wharewaka

While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupo and The Landing Lake Taupo.

Wharewaka
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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 Taupo Hot Springs and Maori Carvings.

Two Mile Bay
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Nukuhau

While visiting Nukuhau, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupo and Waikato River.

Nukuhau

Day trip destinations from Taupo