Popular places to visit
Spa Thermal Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
Things to do
Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo
Luxury Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Top hotels in Hilltop
Hilton Lake Taupo
Good
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
Clean, hot pool
Reviewed on 30 Dec, 2025
Stag Park Accommodation
Clean room, simple approach
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Rooms were basic but clean and comfortable. If noise bothers you, I would request an upstairs room as we could hear people moving above us all night. Staff were friendly, restaurant and bar were great for a drink and meal.
Reviewed on 7 Jan, 2026
Wairakei Resort Taupo
10/10 Great staff,Clean room, great parking.
Reviewed on 8 Jan, 2026
Beechtree Motel
Very comfy bed and pillows!!
Reviewed on 5 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hilltop
Waipahihi
If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Tauhara
While visiting Tauhara, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River.
Taupō Central
If you're spending some time in Taupō Central, Lake Taupō and Waikato River are top sights worth seeing.
Rainbow Point
While visiting Rainbow Point, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay.
