Richmond Heights Travel Guide

Taupō

Popular places to visit

Spa Thermal Park

Spa Thermal Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō.

Spa Thermal Park
Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery which includes indigenous culture and art

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 Museum and Art 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 Hot Springs

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 i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

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.

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

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 Marina and Boat Ramp

Things to do

Picture 1 for Activity Taupō: Lake Taupo Maori Rock Carving 2.5-Hour Sailing Cruise

Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings

£26
per adult
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

£25
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua
The plummeting depths of crystal clear waters make it easy to get to the base of the waterfalls.

Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo

£60
per adult
Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

£60
per adult
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour
Shoot through the rapids

Waikato River Jet Boat Ride from Taupo

£67
per adult
Waikato River Jet Boat Ride from Taupo
Taupo: Lake Taupo Western Bays Catamaran Tour with Bush Walk

Taupo: Lake Taupo Western Bays Catamaran Tour with Bush Walk

£65
per adult
Taupo: Lake Taupo Western Bays Catamaran Tour with Bush Walk
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Top hotels in Richmond Heights

Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake.

Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake.

Taupo, Waikato
The price is £96 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
£96
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cottage in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupō Hot ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Warm welcoming place
"Just what we wanted"

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025

Brand new Guesthouse Completely Private. 2 min drive or 10 min walk to the lake.
Wairakei Resort Taupo

Wairakei Resort Taupo

4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
The price is £67 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£67
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Wairakei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"From check in to check the amazing team looked after us and made us feel so welcome. Our room was great, comfy beds and all we needed for our little weekend get away for our anniversary. Oh and the hot pools were amazing, wish they had some sort of entertainment though, like a big screen playing ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is £45 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£45
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (907 reviews)
"we arrived late so having the option of having a meal via room service was great . The room was very clean , bed was comfy and fairly quiet"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Oasis Beach Motel

Oasis Beach Motel

4.5 out of 5
241 Lake Terrace, Taupo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £48 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
£48
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star beach motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"Great hotel to stay but the room could have better lighting and the mattress needs to be changed"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Oasis Beach Motel
Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo

5 out of 5
80-100 Napier Road, Taupo
The price is £121 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£121
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Bed was a bit lumpy bumpy"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Hilton Lake Taupo
Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel

4.5 out of 5
56 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £66 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
£66
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star family-friendly motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (866 reviews)
"Well located and easy to park. Room was great"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Beechtree Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Richmond Heights

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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.

Two Mile Bay
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Waipahihi

If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Waipahihi
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Rainbow Point

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

Rainbow Point
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Hilltop

While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō.

Hilltop
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Wharewaka

While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and The Landing Lake Taupō.

Wharewaka
Taupo featuring a lake or waterhole

Taupō Central

If you're spending some time in Taupō Central, Lake Taupō and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Taupō Central

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