Taupo and all it offers!
Entertainment & Activities
Some if the things to do and places to visit while in Taupo
Soak in thermal pools or treat yourself to a spa treatment
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Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
76 Napier-Taupo RoadSoak in thermal pools or treat yourself to a spa treatment
Small but perfect on a rainy afternoon or evening
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Starlight Cinema Centre
26 Horomātangi StSmall but perfect on a rainy afternoon or evening
Hire a Stand Up Paddle Board, kayak or small sailing boat
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Two Mile Bay Sailing Club
331 Lake TerraceHire a Stand Up Paddle Board, kayak or small sailing boat
Taupo Golf Club
32 Centennial DrA round of golf anyone....?
Huka Falls station
A must to visit when you visit Taupo!
Wairakei Terraces
671 State Hwy 1One of NZ iconic international golf courses, reputably the best course in NZ!
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Wairakei International Golf Course
Wairakei DriveOne of NZ iconic international golf courses, reputably the best course in NZ!
Hukafalls Jet Taupo
200 Karetoto RdTaupo Golf Club
32 Centennial DrA more relaxed pace for the everyday golfer
Sail Barbary
10 Redoubt StOne if the many different ways to travel the Lake.
Taupo Quad Adventures
1475 State Hwy 1For the outdoor adventurer!!
Living Waters Spa at Taupo DeBretts
Geothermal water! a must to visit!
Great for kids and adults, especially on a beautiful day or watching the sun go down in an evening!
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Doughboats Lake Taupo
59 Redoubt StreetGreat for kids and adults, especially on a beautiful day or watching the sun go down in an evening!
Shopping
Kura Gallery
47a Te Heuheu StBeautiful art
The Taupo Market
95 Te Heuheu StreetLovely local market- most Saturday's
Taupo Rod & Tackle
Great for those wanting fly fishing stuff!
Essentials
Countdown Taupo
Tongariro StreetFor all your essential grocery needs
PAK'nSAVE
131 Ruapehu StFor essentials - food and wine
There are two liquid laundromats in Taupo, they are very clean and have a card system which can be purchased, and money added in the laundromat. We have a card which can be used if you don't want to buy a card but please leave it behind for the next guest to use.
Liquid Laundromat Paetiki
There are two liquid laundromats in Taupo, they are very clean and have a card system which can be purchased, and money added in the laundromat. We have a card which can be used if you don't want to buy a card but please leave it behind for the next guest to use.
Sightseeing
TAUPO BOATING and FISHING CHARTERS
65 Redoubt StA variety of boat trips on Lake Taupo
It's a wee drive from Taupo but well worth the visit
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Parque Geotérmico e Caverna Orakei Korako
494 Orākei Kōrako RdIt's a wee drive from Taupo but well worth the visit
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Lava Glass - Estúdio de sopro de vidro, jardim de esculturas, galeria de arte, café
165 State Hwy 5Huka Falls River Cruise
Aratiatia RoadA must for the action orientated!
Huka Falls station
A must to do when staying in Taupo!
Getting Around
Arrive by plane from either Auckland or Wellington
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Aeroporto de Taupo
1105 Anzac Memorial DrArrive by plane from either Auckland or Wellington
Avis Car Rental Taupo Airport
Anzac Memorial DriveArrive by plane and hire a car
Torpedo7
41 Tamamutu StExplore Taupo by bike
Avis Car Rental Taupo Airport
Anzac Memorial DriveCar rental needs
Food Scene
Taupo has a great variety of food places ranging from cheap and cheerful to 5 star and everything between!
Plateau Bar + Eatery
64 Tūwharetoa StGreat environment and food.
Great place for a wine, tapas or coffee. Good outdoor area.
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Vine Eatery & Bar
37 Tūwharetoa StGreat place for a wine, tapas or coffee. Good outdoor area.
Double Shot Cafe
47 Horomātangi StExcellent coffee, food and service by owners Sean and Kim.
The Storehouse
14 Runanga StGreat coffee and food
Cafe Baku
42 Roberts StOn the Lakefront
The Steak House Taupo
17 Tongariro StGood Kiwi food 😊
Great local bar, excellent service and relaxing atmosphere
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Mole & Chicken Restaurant Cafe & Bar
40 Taharepa RdGreat local bar, excellent service and relaxing atmosphere
Award winning chef, one of the few restaurants who have been rated nationally. Bookings recommended.
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The Bistro
17 Tamamutu StAward winning chef, one of the few restaurants who have been rated nationally. Bookings recommended.
The fish box
3 Rainbow DrGreat fish & chips!
This is now called Finns Bistro and Bar with new owners - great for a chilled out beer or 2!
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Finn's Bistro and Beer Garden
10 Tūwharetoa StThis is now called Finns Bistro and Bar with new owners - great for a chilled out beer or 2!
Embra
97A Kaimanawa StreetOne of the newest restaurants with a twist, desigstation menu! Well worth a visit
Sorrento - Italian Dining & Wine Bar, Taupo
42 Tūwharetoa StGreat food and company, relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere
The best cakes! Has a great supply of GF and some vegan food
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Baked With Love - Cakery
11 Gascoigne StThe best cakes! Has a great supply of GF and some vegan food
Kefi
47 Horomātangi StAnother great cafe with some great food options
Neighbourhoods
Botanical Heights Drive
Botanical Heights DriveLovely leafy neighborhood, great for taking a walk.
Hilltop
Close to the Lake, this is a leafy quite neighbood.