As you explore Rotorua's culinary scene, you'll discover a wide variety of restaurants and cafes that offer unique and delicious dishes.  Whether you're a foodie or simply looking for a satisfying lunch spot, Rotorua is guaranteed to please your palate.

Many visitors to Rotorua will either be arriving in a car rental from Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city or, arriving to the airport and requiring a car rental. 

A great way to see many of the best scenic spots of Rotorua is with a short walk around the city.  We embarked on a 90 minute loop walk that takes in Sulphur Bay, Lake Rotorua, Government Gardens, Ohinemutu Village, Kuirau Park and the Polynesian Spa.

Wine tasting isn’t an obvious activity you consider when thinking of what to do in Rotorua.  As the self-styled adventure capital of New Zealand’s North Island, zip lining, rafting, biking are all a more obvious choice.  And let’s not forget why most people visit – to explore the incredible geothermal attractions and Maori culture that made the region famous.

At just under two hours’ drive, Waitomo Caves is a good day trip destination from Rotorua.  After driving though the rolling hills of Waikato, you’ll arrive in the small town of Waitomo and home to one of New Zealand most famous attractions.