Whakarewarewa Travel Guide
Rotorua
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Popular places to visit
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Explore the great outdoors at Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, a lovely green space in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
You can find out about the history of Rotorua with a trip to Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute during your travels in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, a lovely green space in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Skyline Rotorua
Take the family on an outing to Skyline Rotorua during your trip to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Polynesian Spa
Learn about the local history of Rotorua with a stop at Polynesian Spa. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Top hotels in Whakarewarewa
Rydges Rotorua
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
Imperial Hotel Rotorua
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025
Greenview Motel
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2025
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025
Marsden Stay Rotorua
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Whakarewarewa
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.
Fenton Street
Spas and lake views are some things travellers note about Fenton Street. Check out Rotorua Central Mall or Polynesian Spa while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.
Glenholme
Though Glenholme may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market.
Springfield
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Springfield and surrounding area, you can visit Rotorua International Stadium and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.
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.
Victoria
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Victoria and surrounding area, you can visit Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market.
- Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
- Rotorua Golf Club
- Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre
- Skyline Rotorua
- Lake Rotoiti
- Lake Rotorua
- Mitai Maori Village
- Eat Street
- Rotorua Central Mall
- Lake Tarawera
- Rotorua Night Market
- Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park
- Orakei Korako Geothermal Park and Cave
- Rotorua Hospital
- Waikite Valley Thermal Pools
- Rotorua Energy Events Centre
- Lake Tikitapu
- Waikato River
- Government Gardens
- Rotorua International Stadium
- Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance
- Hamurana Springs
- Lake Okareka