Holdens Bay Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Skyline Rotorua
Take in the splendid scenery during a gondola ride and jump in a luge cart to navigate your way down the exciting mountain track.
Polynesian Spa
Set among the serene Government Gardens on the shores of Lake Rotorua, these hot pools are an idyllic place to relax and unwind.
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Walk, cycle or ride a horse through this picturesque forest filled with a magnificent array of trees from around the world.
Mitai Maori Village
For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.
Eat Street
During your visit to Rotorua, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eat Street. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Tamaki Maori Village
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Tamaki Maori Village in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Activities
Auckland to Rotorua Private Tour
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
Katoa Jet Boat & Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools
Rotorua: The National Kiwi Hatchery Tour
Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - One Way
Rotorua: Jade Carving Experience at a Local Studio
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Other neighbourhoods around Holdens Bay
Owhata
When in Owhata, you can plan a visit to Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Lake Okareka, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Lynmore
If you're spending some time in Lynmore, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Whakarewarewa Hot Springs are top sights worth seeing.
Ngapuna
While Ngapuna may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Polynesian Spa and Tamaki Maori Village.
Ohinemutu
Spas and lake views are notable features of Ohinemutu. You might consider stopping by St. Faith's Anglican Church while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Fenton Street
You'll love the luxurious spas in Fenton Street, and you might want to stick around to check out Whakarewarewa Hot Springs, a top place to visit.
Fenton Park
Though Fenton Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.
- Skyline Rotorua
- Polynesian Spa
- Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
- Lake Rotoiti
- Lake Tarawera
- Mitai Maori Village
- Eat Street
- Tamaki Maori Village
- Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
- Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
- Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
- Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park
- Kuirau Park
- Lake Tikitapu
- Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa
- Government Gardens
- Waimangu Volcanic Valley
- Hamurana Springs
- Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
- Agrodome
- Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre