Best places in Rotorua Lakes District

Discover the best places in Rotorua Lakes District, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 564 places in the county.

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Redwoods – Whakarewarewa Forest
National forest
Scenic redwood forest with trails for walking, biking & horse-riding, with toilet facilities.
4.80 (2K reviews)
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El Mexicano Zapata Express
Mexican restaurant
👍👍 Was super tasty!!! I would highly recommend 👌 was definitely worth every cent. My sister has said this is the best Mexican restaurant in town and definitely did not disappoint. We will be back 😁
4.90 (542 reviews)
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El Mexicano Zapata Cantina
Mexican restaurant
Mexican snacks, street eats & platters are dished up with beer & margaritas in a simple setting.
$$ $$
4.80 (1.2K reviews)
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Ciabatta Cafe & Bakery
Cafe
👍👍 Must stop location in Rotorua. Lovely big cafe dining area. Everything is freshly made, just go and try it, you won't be disappointed😁
$$ $$
4.80 (1.1K reviews)
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The Redwoods - Whakarewarewa Forest
Park
👍 Very beautiful place to visit. Its refreshing to have a walk through the nature and to feel fresh air. Walk ways in midst of tall red woods are amazing. It opens every day from 9 am to 9.30 pm and the entry to the forest and walk ways are free. But you need to purchase ticket for tree walk. Grab an...
4.80 (954 reviews)
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Waimangu Volcanic Valley
Tourist attraction
Unspoiled, protected destination featuring the world's largest hot spring in lush natural surrounds.
4.70 (2K reviews)
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Skyswing Rotorua
Amusement center
Dramatic chairlift swing where visitors can swing out from a mountainside with city views below.
4.70 (1.9K reviews)
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Te Pā Tū
Tourist attraction
Interactive performances, banquets & tours explore indigenous culture at this recreated village.
4.70 (1.4K reviews)
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Fresh Noodles
Mandarin restaurant
👍👍 Fresh Noodle is definitely a hidden gem in Rotorua and in NZ in general. I expected good food, but didn't think I'd be pleasantly surprised by the simple yet delicious flavor. We had a beef noodle soup and chicken meatball noodle soup - both tasty! But the highlight was definitely the pan fried por...
$ $$$
4.80 (477 reviews)
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Aura Accommodation
Serviced accommodation
Casual apartments in a laid-back hotel featuring an outdoor pool & a hot tub, plus free Wi-Fi.
4.80 (414 reviews)
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Sabroso Restaurant
Latin American restaurant
Classic dishes from Latin America & the Caribbean offered in a warm, intimate atmosphere.
$$ $$
4.80 (412 reviews)
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Blue Lake Park
Park
👍👍 This adorable lake makes me feel calm.
4.70 (752 reviews)
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Redwoods Treewalk
Tourist attraction
Recreational walk featuring 28 suspension bridges through redwood trees that are over 120 years old.
4.60 (10K reviews)
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Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland
Tourist attraction
Pools of colourful bubbling water are heated by volcanoes at this oft-visited natural attraction.
4.60 (7.1K reviews)
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Skyline Luge Primary Launch Area
Tourist attraction
👍👍 A really fun way to enjoy the weather and breathtaking scenery! We purchased the gondola and 5 luge rides and it did not disappoint. We hardly waited at all to ride. There were only 2 courses open but we had no issues with that! Note: don't try to drive to the Luge launch (up the back of the mounta...
4.70 (714 reviews)
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Ali Baba's Tunisian Cuisine
Tunisian restaurant
👍👍 One of the nicest Arabic food away from home, the food 🍱 was so delicious and tasty. The guy who is in the restaurant look very kind and nice person. Will love to come back again 🌹
$ $$$
4.70 (706 reviews)
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aMAZEme
Tourist attraction
👍👍 The most amazing place for families! Other than the maze, there are big size games, a dress up room, sand box and then summer games on top of that with stilts, balancing, sack races. All kept in pristine condition. There is an outdoor seating area too with sanitizer and sun screen on every table. Th...
4.70 (654 reviews)
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The Factory Smokehouse and Grill
Restaurant
👍👍 The guy who is running this place knows what he is doing. The restaurant is a little bit tucked away on the corner between a couple of other shops. We were lucky enough to walk in and get seated without a reservations - maybe call ahead before rocking up. We were immediately greeted and given the re...
$$ $$
4.70 (595 reviews)
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Paradise Valley Springs
Wildlife park
Wildlife park with trout pools, a 20-ft.-high treetop boardwalk, native animals, birdlife & lions.
4.60 (1.9K reviews)
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Okere Falls
Park
👍 Okere Falls Scenic Reserve has significant Maori cultural and spiritual 🙏 value and features the waterfalls 💦 and cascades of the Kaituna River, including the highest commercially rafted 🛶 waterfall in the world 🌎 There are four beautiful falls located on the Okere River 💦 and just to make it...
4.70 (553 reviews)
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