Rotorua
Rotorua Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | May 2026
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Looking for things to do in Rotorua? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland
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Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ
4.5/5247 Review
Government Gardens
4.7/5122 Review
Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Rotorua, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Rotorua dishes and foodie spots.
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Sabroso Restaurant
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Duke's Restaurant & Bar
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Golden BBQ Seafood Restaurant
4.0/53 Review
Chapmans Buffet & Bar
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Pita Pit Rotorua
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BurgerFuel Fairy Springs
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Great Spice Indian Takeaway
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Fix Cafe & Espresso Bar.
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And Rice Japanese Kitchen
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The Paradise Restaurant
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Atticus Finch
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Our Backyard Pub
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Rotorua Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes
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Waikite Valley Hot Pools
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Hukafalls Jet Taupo
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Huka Prawn Park
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Hamilton Gardens
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Cornwall Park
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Popular Types of Attractions in Rotorua
Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Beaches and shores | Mountain climbing | Cultural institutions | Museums | Themed exhibition halls | Historical attractions | Sightseeing tours | Night view | Boat tour | Sightseeing bus | Exhibitions & events | Performances | Concerts | Leisure activities | Farms and pastures | Camping and campsites | Outdoor activities | Mountain climbing | Cycling | Shooting | Skybound experiences
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Popular Restaurants in Rotorua
Duke's Restaurant & Bar | Golden BBQ Seafood Restaurant | Chapmans Buffet & Bar | Pita Pit Rotorua | BurgerFuel Fairy Springs | Great Spice Indian Takeaway | Fix Cafe & Espresso Bar. | And Rice Japanese Kitchen | The Paradise Restaurant | Atticus Finch | Our Backyard Pub | Sushi Gallery | Sichuan Style Restaurant | Eat Streat | BurgerFuel Redwood Centre | The Landing Cafe | Mac's Steak House | Yamato Japanese Restaurant | Lone Star Rotorua | The Regent Room Restaurant & Bar | Mokoia Restaurant | Just Kebabs | El Mexicano Zapata Cantina | Cobb & Co. Rotorua | Stratosfare Restaurant & Bar | Le Cafe De Paris | Okere Falls Store + Craft Beer Garden | Restaurant Nikau | Turkish Kebabs | Airstream Cafe
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Popular Trip Moments
Healed by New Zealand, it turns out the North Island is the ideal paradise! | North & South Island New Zealand | New Zealand Trip North | New Zealand's hidden geothermal wonderland Waiotapu is absolutely stunning! | Staying at a geothermal hotel in Rotorua was amazing | Staying in Rotorua feels like entering a magical world, it's amazing | Stayed at the hotel of a lifetime in New Zealand, the aftereffects are incredible | Unlock Te Puia Maori Cultural Village and witness geothermal eruptions | Cultural Experience | Rotorua Meite Maori Cultural Village | Catching the Fall Foliage in Rotorua, New Zealand This May. | Take a Gondola to Overlook the Stunning Views of Lake Rotorua, New Zealand. | Admiring Golden Ginkgo Trees at Centennial Park, Rotorua, New Zealand. | A Must-Visit Attraction on New Zealand's North Island: Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland. | Enjoying the Sunset Views by Lake Rotorua in New Zealand. | Auckland Must-Visit Attractions List: Takapuna Beach. A half-hour drive | The Highlander Mountain Bike Race hosted by Whaka100 | More New Zealand routes? Actually, these 4 are the most fun! | 1-Day Rotorua Itinerary! Cafe, Forest Walk & Foot Baths. | 🌸 Spring Whispers: Why Cherry Blossoms Are Worth the Hype 🌸 | EARTH’S THERMAL HEARTBEAT: SUSTAINABLE ROTORUA JOURNEY 🇳🇿 | Rotorua’s Geothermal Pulse: A Masterclass in Māori-Led Stewardship 🇳🇿 | Rotorua’s Geothermal Soul: Where Ancestral Fire Meets Modern Care 🇳🇿 | Rotorua — Where Māori Heritage, Nature & Geothermal Wonders Unite 🇳🇿 | Stay in luxury accommodations in New Zealand and unlock a fairy-tale family trip across the North and South Islands | New Zealand Family Vacation Beautiful Stays, 14 Days Exploring the North and South Islands | New Zealnd charm🇳🇿🇳🇿 | Summit Viewing: A Bird’s-Eye Panorama of "New Zealand · Queenstown" | Colorful Earth That Looks Straight Out of Another Planet | Walk Through a Living Volcano That Still Feels Wild | Must-Visit Stunning Scenery in New Zealand in April
More Things To Do in Rotorua
Mitai Maori Village: Cultural Experience and Dinner Buffet | Agrodome Farm Experience including Farm Show and Farm Tour - Rotorua | National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour | Rotorua: Waimangu Volcanic Valley Entry Ticket | 1-day road trip to Skyline Rotorua, Redwoods Forest, and Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ | Hell's Gate Mud Bath & Spas | 16-person group tour to Waitomo Glowworm Caves + Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ | New Zealand Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours + Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland 1-day tour [Round-trip from Auckland + Small group tour] | Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude, Nighttime Fast Pass, & Treewalk | Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ Guided Tour [Geyser Tour/Kiwi Bird Viewing + Optional Haka Performance/Lunch/Dinner Upgrade] | Auckland: Rotorua Living Maori Village Tour w/ Haka & Lunch | Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ Maori Cultural Village Sightseeing Experience | From Rotorua: Wai O Tapu & Waimangu Eco Thermal Morning Tour | Rotorua: Hell's Gate Outdoor Mud Spa & Guided Walk | Rotorua: Polynesian Spa Pavilion Hot Pool Bathing (12+ yrs) | Rotorua: Authentic Kiwi Farm Experience at the Agrodome | Velocity Valley Rotorua | 1-day tour to Hobbiton™ movie set tours | Immersive middle-earth experience | Optional 16-person group | Guided tour of Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ: See the kiwi bird | Rotorua: Hells Gate Outdoor Mud Bath & Spa Experience | 1-day tour to Waitomo Glowworm Caves + Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ from Auckland with hotel transfers | Polynesian Spa Rotorua: Lake View Private Pools Experience | New Zealand Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours + Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ Maori Village Day Tour [Round-trip from Auckland + Small Group Tour] | From Auckland: Rotorua Māori Village & Activity Combinations | Rotorua: Secret adventure kayaking to natural hot springs | Rotorua: Helicopter Flight and Guided Walk on Mt Tarawera | Glowworm kayaking tour in Rotorua, New Zealand | Hobbiton village + Rotorua tour from Auckland with Wai-O-Tapu thermal wonderland | Katoa Jet Boat tour on Lake Rotorua | Te Puia: Te Rā Guided Experience