Lake Taupo, North Island: Address, Phone Number, Lake Taupo Reviews: 4.5/5
Lake Taupo
Lake Taupo
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Restaurants
119 within 5 kms
Malabar Indian Restaurant & Bar (Nepalese & Indian Cuisine)
907
0.2 km$$ - $$$ • Indian • International • Asian
Master of India
1,243
0.2 km$$ - $$$ • Indian • Healthy • Balti
Suncourt Indian
171
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • Indian • Fast food • Asian
Spoon and Paddle
853
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • Cafe • International • Healthy
Indian Affair Restaurant & Bar(South & North Indian)
685
0.2 km$$ - $$$ • Indian • Bar • Street Food
The Bistro
1,248
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • European • Healthy • New Zealand
Cafe Baku
393
0.1 km$$ - $$$ • Quick Bites • Cafe • International
Bodyfuel
441
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Quick Bites • Cafe • New Zealand
The Steak House Taupo
398
98 m$$ - $$$ • Steakhouse • New Zealand • Vegetarian Friendly
Piccolo Licensed Cafe
410
0.2 km$$ - $$$ • Quick Bites • Cafe • International
Attractions
27 within 10 kms
Lake Taupo
543
0.3 kmBodies of Water
Taupo Museum
227
0.3 kmSpeciality Museums
Taupo Art Gallery
3
0.2 kmArt Galleries
Tongariro Domain
18
0.2 kmParks • Gardens
Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
199
0.3 kmVisitor Centres
Lake Taupo Hole in One Challenge
103
0.3 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Maori Rock Carvings
466
0.7 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Taupo Brewery
8
0.5 kmBreweries
Taupo Market
49
0.7 kmFarmers Markets
Spa Thermal Park and Riverbank Recreational and Scenic Reserve
380
2.6 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Geologic Formations
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Moetu vellere
Perth, Australia65 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
We were lucky as kids to camp and have this beautiful lake as our swimming pool and back yard. You would always feel refreshed when dipping in the lake clean, clear and serene.
Written 23 January 2021
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Pam D
Mansfield, UK1,446 contributions
Feb 2020
A very beautiful blue lake with the volcano at the rear. Lots of watersports and great walking around the lake.
Written 30 March 2020
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Meander&Co
80 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
We stayed for 1 night in Taupo and went for an evening walk around the edge of the lake - the scenery is stunning and there seems to be a lot to do there, even though it was all closing up when we walked round.
The flies are the only off-putting thing but you get them anywhere near water, just remember to take/apply bug spray!
The flies are the only off-putting thing but you get them anywhere near water, just remember to take/apply bug spray!
Written 28 January 2020
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auspomme
Brisbane, Australia9 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Beautiful scenery. This lake is a volcanic crater. It is massive. Iced capped mountain. Great for water sports and families.
Written 5 January 2020
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Sachin K
Plainview, NY5,835 contributions
Dec 2018 • Solo
I happened to pass by Lake Taupo on a bus journey from Wellington to Rotorua and was mesmerized by it’s beauty. The lake is quite expansive and the geography of it’s surroundings changes significantly as one passes by. It was not in my plan to spend a few days in Lake Taupo, which I do regret but I’ll certainly stay around Lake Taupo, during my next visit to North Island in New Zealand. Several water related activities are available at Lake Taupo as well.
Written 27 November 2019
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mvidro
Washington DC, DC384 contributions
Nov 2019
Knowing that this is the site of one of earth's 18 supervolcanoes, I was anxious to see it. Around 26,500 years ago, during the Oruanui eruption, Taupo dumped 280 cubic miles of material on to the land and into the atmosphere. Pumice and scoria are easy to find around the lake's edge. I floated a piece of pumice on the water -- way cool!
Written 23 November 2019
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Felicity D
Castlemaine, Australia22 contributions
Oct 2018
We enjoyed our visit to Lake Taupo very much, a great town for a few nights, plenty of different experiences to suit all people. the tourist information center is a great place to start-very helpful staff
Written 22 September 2019
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Linda G
Hornchurch, UK291 contributions
Dec 2018
We stayed by lake Taupo in December and was not disappointed. A stunning lake which is great for kayaking and other adventures. A must stop off place
Written 19 September 2019
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cjbray13
Bunbury, Australia95 contributions
Jul 2019 • Family
We stayed here a few nights, at my Uncle's house on the lake. Really pretty place, you can go for drives, go up the mountain, see snow, see Huku Falls, go jet boat riding, look through the shops. Great town :)
Written 24 July 2019
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Dalbir_S_Virdi
Navi Mumbai, India3,027 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
This Lake is huge - in fact the largest in New Zealand. We stooped by the Lake side for a Photo Shoot on our way from Rotorua to Wellington. You can also see snow clad mountains behind the Lake. This Lake was created due to a volcanic eruption many many years ago. The volcanic ash, turned into very light stones, can be found in plenty here. The stones are porous and that makes them very light. Its a beautiful Lake surrounded by natural beauty in abundance.
Written 3 July 2019
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Transtraveller0
Middle East22 contributions
My son and daughter-in-law are interested in the overnight kayak tour at Lake Taupo. They are keen to hear whether it was considered to be worth the cost and what the general experience was of anyone who's done it. Look forward to hearing!
Fiona E
Windsor, UK3 contributions
Are there any good powered campsites near the lake?
Beckywalker
Naples, Italy77 contributions
Yes go to Top Ten Debretts Lake Taupo. Great site with spa facilities
