Utuhina Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit

Skyline Rotorua
Take in the splendid scenery during a gondola ride and jump in a luge cart to navigate your way down the exciting mountain track.

Polynesian Spa
Set among the serene Government Gardens on the shores of Lake Rotorua, these hot pools are an idyllic place to relax and unwind.

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Walk, cycle or ride a horse through this picturesque forest filled with a magnificent array of trees from around the world.

Eat Street
During your trip to Rotorua, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eat Street.

Mitai Maori Village
For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.

Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
You can find out about the history of Rotorua with a trip to Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Activities

Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude, Nighttime Fast Pass, & Treewalk

Taupo: Orakei Korako Geothermal Park and Cave Entry Ticket

Geothermal Mineral Baths Experience: Pavilion Pools for 12+
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Other neighbourhoods around Utuhina

Victoria
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Victoria and surrounding area, you can visit Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market.

Glenholme
Though Glenholme may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market.

Mangakakahi
Though Mangakakahi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kuirau Park and Eat Street.

Fenton Street
Spas and lake views are some things travellers note about Fenton Street. Check out Rotorua Central Mall or Polynesian Spa while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Koutu
While visiting Koutu, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Rotorua and Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre.

Ohinemutu
Unique features of Ohinemutu include the spas and lake views. Make a stop by Lake Rotorua or St. Faith's Anglican Church while you're exploring the area.
- Skyline Rotorua
- Polynesian Spa
- Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
- Lake Rotoiti
- Lake Rotorua
- Mitai Maori Village
- Lake Tarawera
- Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
- Tamaki Maori Village
- Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
- Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
- Lake Tikitapu
- Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park
- Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
- Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa
- Kuirau Park
- Waikite Valley Thermal Pools
- Waimangu Volcanic Valley
- Agrodome
- Hamurana Springs
- Government Gardens
- Buried Village
- Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre