Taupō Central
Taupō
Visit Taupō Central
Popular places to visit
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.
Spa Thermal Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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 Taupō Central
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Nice clean room in good location. It was extremely hot during our stay and the provided fans just weren’t enough to keep us cool at night-AC would have been great
Reviewed on 14 Jan, 2026
Beechtree Motel
Manager of the hotel was very helpful (Scott). The room was excellent and the location was close to town and the beach - very walkable.
Reviewed on 13 Jan, 2026
Silver Fern Lodge
Good solid accommodation option close to the centre of Palmy, convenient parking right outside the room.
Reviewed on 13 Jan, 2026
Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
Easy online check in.
Reviewed on 7 Jan, 2026
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
Nice
Reviewed on 9 Jan, 2026
Tui Oaks Motel
A pleasant surprise in a clean and convenient motel that had a great lake view and close to the city center.
Reviewed on 14 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Taupō Central
Rangatira Park
While visiting Rangatira Park, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River.
Hilltop
While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō.
Tauhara
While visiting Tauhara, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River.
Waipahihi
If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens 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 The Landing Lake Taupō.
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.
