Food Scene
Zippy Central Bar & Cafe
1153 Pukuatua Stthe coffee is consistantly very good.
Drinks & Nightlife
most nights you can enjoy local musicians and the food surpasses typical pub grub
44 locals recommend
BREW | Craft Beer Pub
1103 Tutanekai Stmost nights you can enjoy local musicians and the food surpasses typical pub grub
Arts & Culture
Buried Village of Te Wairoa
1180 Tarawera Roadan introduction to Maori culture, much enjoyed.
Shopping
Great range of quality NZ made merino clothing, sporting goods, camping equipment, fishing gear, great coffee next door
The Outdoorsman Sport Shop
1010 S State Rd 135Great range of quality NZ made merino clothing, sporting goods, camping equipment, fishing gear, great coffee next door
Entertainment & Activities
mostly a word of mouth gem - natural thermaly heated river, about 35 degrees, a real experience. No coffee carts, changing rooms, entry fee.
47 locals recommend
Kerosene Creek
Old Waiotapu Roadmostly a word of mouth gem - natural thermaly heated river, about 35 degrees, a real experience. No coffee carts, changing rooms, entry fee.
Sightseeing
Hobbiton Movie Set station
501 Buckland Rdyou know you loved The Lord Of The Rings trilogy
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
39 Waitomo Village Rdwe said so