Taupō Central Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Taupō Central
Popular places to visit
Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
Browse and purchase fascinating pieces of art and go on an exciting cultural journey at this popular museum and gallery.
Spa Thermal Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō.
Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
Explore the waterfront in Taupō with a trip to Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in the area.
Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre is just one of the places to see in Taupō, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Taupō Hot Springs
Enjoy an outing to Taupō Hot Springs during your stay in Taupō. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.
Wairakei Geothermal Power Station
Explore the campus of Wairakei Geothermal Power Station during your stay in Taupō. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Activities
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Maori Rock Carvings 5:00 PM Cruise
Luxury Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures
Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo
Our pick of the best Taupō Central Hotel Deals
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Room was clean and tidy. Staff were friendly.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Beechtree Motel
Manager of the hotel was very helpful (Scott). The room was excellent and the location was close to town and the beach - very walkable.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Silver Fern Lodge
All over good
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
Easy online check in.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
Comfy clean room but shower leaked out to bathroom floor.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Tui Oaks Motel
Parking was easy and provided facilities like air conditioning and microwave was good. Enjoyed my stay.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Taupō Central
Rangatira Park
While visiting Rangatira Park, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River.
Hilltop
While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō.
Tauhara
While visiting Tauhara, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River.
Waipahihi
If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
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 Taupō Hot Springs and The Landing Lake Taupō.
Richmond Heights
While Richmond Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taupō Hot Springs and The Landing Lake Taupō.
