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.
A.C. Baths
You can learn about the history of Taupō with a trip to A.C. Baths. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.
Things to do

Lake Taupō Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise aboard Ernest Kemp

Classical Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings -Taupo Sailing Adventures

Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo

Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise

Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo
Top hotels in Hilltop

Hilton Lake Taupo
Staff was friendly, check in was quick and easy
Reviewed on 18 Nov, 2025

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
Staff were amazing. Place was great.
Reviewed on 14 Nov, 2025

Stag Park Accommodation
Only one night stay and felt welcoming even with other visitors. Didn’t mind the bathroom sharing. Everyone appeared to respect each others use of the shower and toilet.
Reviewed on 28 Oct, 2025

Wairakei Resort Taupo
The garden area and the grounds were beautiful. The staff was very helpful and concerned about our welfare because our luggage had been lost by the airport. Samantha, at check-in, was especially helpful.
Reviewed on 21 Nov, 2025

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Everything from the room, amenities, food, courteous staff was excellent
Reviewed on 19 Nov, 2025

Lakeland Resort Taupo
Good sleep and great parking
Reviewed on 19 Nov, 2025
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 Spa Thermal Park.

Taupō Central
If you're spending some time in Taupō Central, Lake Taupō and Waikato River 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 Spa Thermal Park.

Tauhara
While visiting Tauhara, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River.

Rainbow Point
While visiting Rainbow Point, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay.


