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
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Luxury Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures
Taupo: Lake Taupo Western Bays Catamaran Tour with Bush Walk
Top hotels in Taupō Central
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Polite staff on arrival. Comfy bed, room nice and clean. Was on the ground floor, perhaps a room on a level up may of been better, will do next time. Great location Right across the road from the lake which was lovely, and an easy walk into town.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Beechtree Motel
Clean quiet room.Good shower,within walking distance to good restaurants and amenities. Didn’t break the bank. Will use again.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
Clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
Luxury hotel with amazing staff and onsite restaurant.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Silver Fern Lodge
Decent stay no complaints
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Tui Oaks Motel
Location. Great staff,very friendly, prompt with fixing a faulty door. Nothing was too much trouble Although unit is starting to look 'tired',everything we needed was there and very clean. We will go back.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Taupō Central
Hilltop
While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō.
Rangatira Park
While visiting Rangatira Park, 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 Spa Thermal Park.
Tauhara
While visiting Tauhara, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River.
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.
