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“Kia ora” welcome to Rotorua, spa city of the South Pacific

We proudly claim that the Rotorua region captures the best of New Zealand all in one place!

Whether seeking to experience Maori culture, geothermal earth forces, spa rejuvenation, thrills and adventure, or any of the other natural assets like 16 lakes, some of the world’s best mountain biking trails, fantastic trout fishing and a myriad of forest walking tracks – Rotorua delivers it all!

This site, Rotorua’s official website, details all essential Rotorua information including attractions and activities, tours and daytrips, the vast range of accommodation choices, what’s on now plus upcoming events, and how to get here. We also showcase our art, culture, history, legends, personalities, buildings, population and weather.

"Rotorua - feel the spirit – Manaakitanga" is our catch-cry . . . and it holds a pretty powerful promise as well as an invitation to experience our extraordinary slice of New Zealand. A deep-rooted Maori cultural concept, Manaakitanga places a responsibility on us as your hosts to give you the best of ourselves, our time and our history.

“Nai mai, haere mai”  Welcome, welcome, welcome to Rotorua

  • I love you Rotorua

    I love you Rotorua

    Rotorua people have come with 101 favourite things to do in their hometown. The 'list' is part of the newest AA domestic advertising campaign entitled, I love you New Zealand. See what's on the list

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  • Attractions now mapped

    Attractions now mapped

    Use our new interactive map of Rotorua attractions. View the attractions on the map to visualise where they all are within and around Rotorua. Toggle the categories to show only what you want to see.

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  • Winter in Rotorua

    Winter in Rotorua

    Cold, frosty mornings often herald brilliantly clear and sunny days in Rotorua. June through to August are ideal months for enjoying some of the things our region is renowned for.

    Check out our Winter colours..

  • A win for Rotorua

    A win for Rotorua

    Rotorua is one of the top 25 destinations in the South Pacific, according to one of the world’s biggest travel websites. The region won a Destinations Award in the TripAdvisor’s 2008...

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  • Trio of award finalists

    Trio of award finalists

    Three Rotorua attractions are amongst the 29 finalists in the 2008 Tourism Industry Awards announced at the start of TRENZ 2008, May 26-29, in Rotorua yesterday. The Agrodome is a finalist in...

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  • Rotorua Paradise wins gold

    Rotorua Paradise wins gold

    Loved by visitors from throughout the world, Rotorua’s Paradise Valley Springs has been recognised with an Entertainment Gold Award. With 68 Rotorua, Waikato and Bay of Plenty businesses in the...

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Click here for information on:
Rotorua Convention Bureau Rotorua Luxury Cluster Group Rotorua Sustainable Tourism Charter
Rotorua Museum of Art and History Rotorua Backpacker Network Rotorua Education Network
Rotorua Information Centre Rotorua's Qualmarked operators Rotorua's iconic MTB trails
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