It is stunning views. It's massive lake.still you could walk along lake front. Plenty of restaurants and bars around to have a meal and a drink.

Beautiful place with breathtaking views across to the snow capped mountains. Lots of places to explore.

I wish we would have had more than an overight here. The sunrise was spectacular, especially with the snow covered mountains to the south. Be sure to stop at the lookout on the right side of the road heading north out of town!

This lake is beautiful to drive around, the town near by has many shops and restaurants.. You can rent a boat or just enjoy a coffee looking at the peaceful lake.

We stayed in accommodation on the lakes edge, it was really good to be able to walk our dog on her lead around the lake and enjoy the scenery even though the weather wasn't that nice, looking out to the vast expanse of water, boats,...More

Really great lake, in term of the size, number 1 in NZ. Clean and pristine fresh water flowing abundantly as the origin of Waikato River. miles and miles away to the sea. Plenty attractions, some free as mother nature gifts, and some are paid attractions...More

always a place to stop, you can throw stones, relax stretch the legs and unwind while travelling though

Beautiful to walk along. Love the scenery. Very relaxing. Have swum there in the past. People fish and waterski and boat ride too. Very safe. Centre of Taupo

Look across Taupo from the lakefront to the mountains. Another of Taupo's amazing picture postcard natural beauties to admire, photograph and enjoy on your own or with others.

Great drive around the Lake. Its a long way around but there is some nice viewing areas. Even just drive down to Tauranga and onto Okahuna.