Lake Okareka
Popular places to visit
Skyline Rotorua
Take in the splendid scenery during a gondola ride and jump in a luge cart to navigate your way down the exciting mountain track.
Polynesian Spa
Set among the serene Government Gardens on the shores of Lake Rotorua, these hot pools are an idyllic place to relax and unwind.
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Walk, cycle or ride a horse through this picturesque forest filled with a magnificent array of trees from around the world.
Mitai Maori Village
For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.
Eat Street
During your visit to Rotorua, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Eat Street. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this culturally rich area.
Tamaki Maori Village
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Tamaki Maori Village in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Auckland to Rotorua Private Tour
Rotorua: Guided Zipline Adventure Tour with Photos
Rotorua: The National Kiwi Hatchery Tour
Lake Okareka Hotel Deals
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Other neighborhoods around Lake Okareka
Owhata
While Owhata isn't home to many top sights, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa are some notable places to visit nearby.
Lynmore
While visiting Lynmore, you might make a stop by sights like Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Whakarewarewa Hot Springs.
Holdens Bay
While Holdens Bay might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Polynesian Spa and Tamaki Maori Village.
Ngapuna
While Ngapuna isn't home to many top sights, Polynesian Spa and Tamaki Maori Village are some notable places to visit nearby.
Fenton Park
While Fenton Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.
Whakarewarewa
The panoramic lake views and luxurious spas are just a few highlights of Whakarewarewa. Make a stop by Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village or Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute while you're exploring the area.
- Places of interest
- Lake Okareka Hotels by Star Rating
- Hotels in top Rotorua neighborhoods
- Other vacations you might like
- Skyline Rotorua
- Polynesian Spa
- Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
- Lake Rotoiti
- Mitai Maori Village
- Lake Tarawera
- Eat Street
- Lake Rotorua
- Tamaki Maori Village
- Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
- Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
- Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
- Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park
- Rotorua Night Market
- Kuirau Park
- Lake Tikitapu
- Lake Okareka
- Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa
- Government Gardens
- Waikite Valley Thermal Pools
- Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools
- Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre
- Hamurana Springs
- Buried Village
- Agrodome
- Waimangu Volcanic Valley
- Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
- Paradise Valley Springs
- Off Road NZ
- Mount Tarawera