Tauranga - things to do, places to eat plus a little bit of Rotovegas
Sightseeing
There are many things to do in Tauranga, here are a few links:
https://www.bayofplentynz.com/
https://www.mytauranga.co.nz/ or https://www.theurbanlist.com/nz/a-list/things-to-do-tauranga
https://nzpocketguide.com/10-tauranga-must-dos/
Either a stroll around or a climb up the Mount
Around is easier and about 50mins
https://www.bayofplentynz.com/experiences/outdoor-adventures/tracks-and-trails/tracks-and-trails-in-mount-maunganui/mauao-mount-maunganui-summit-walk/
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Either a stroll around or a climb up the Mount
Around is easier and about 50mins
https://www.bayofplentynz.com/experiences/outdoor-adventures/tracks-and-trails/tracks-and-trails-in-mount-maunganui/mauao-mount-maunganui-summit-walk/
Moturiki Island (Leisure Island)
Marine ParadeCheck out the blow hot at the end of the island
Take a Soak in the Salt water pools at the mount
https://www.mounthotpools.co.nz/
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สระว่ายน้ำร้อนเขา
9 Adams AveTake a Soak in the Salt water pools at the mount
https://www.mounthotpools.co.nz/
Oropi Pools are closer to the Retro Room
https://oropipools.co.nz/
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Oropi Hot Pools & Cafe
1 Warner RdOropi Pools are closer to the Retro Room
https://oropipools.co.nz/
Tect Adventure Park is 20 mins south on SH36 and is a great place for adventurers with a number of activities:
https://www.tectpark.co.nz/
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TECT All Terrain Park
Whataroa RoadTect Adventure Park is 20 mins south on SH36 and is a great place for adventurers with a number of activities:
https://www.tectpark.co.nz/
Play in the treetops at this aerial obstacle course just outside of Tauranga. Adrenalin Forest has more than 100 challenges to tackle across six different levels – each getting higher and harder, from the kid-friendly to the ultra-challenging. Zipline, climb and jump from at least 20m (66ft) above ground on this course which can be enjoyed at least in a couple of hours
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Adrenalin Forest Bay of Plenty
Weld RoadPlay in the treetops at this aerial obstacle course just outside of Tauranga. Adrenalin Forest has more than 100 challenges to tackle across six different levels – each getting higher and harder, from the kid-friendly to the ultra-challenging. Zipline, climb and jump from at least 20m (66ft) above ground on this course which can be enjoyed at least in a couple of hours
Mc Laren Falls Park 15 mins up SH29 in the Kiamais.
Stunning in autumn, lovely for a picnic, and cafe on site
https://www.tauranga.govt.nz/exploring/parks-and-reserves/parks/mclaren-falls
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สวนสาธารณะแมคลาเรน ฟอลส์
190 McLaren Falls RdMc Laren Falls Park 15 mins up SH29 in the Kiamais.
Stunning in autumn, lovely for a picnic, and cafe on site
https://www.tauranga.govt.nz/exploring/parks-and-reserves/parks/mclaren-falls
Just off the coast of Tauranga, the waters are teeming with dolphins! Join a dolphin cruise to either watch or swim with the dolphins
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Dolphin Seafaris NZ
101 Harbour Bridge CausewayJust off the coast of Tauranga, the waters are teeming with dolphins! Join a dolphin cruise to either watch or swim with the dolphins
Check out their page to see what they have on during your stay:
https://www.artgallery.org.nz/
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Tauranga Art Gallery
42 Willow StCheck out their page to see what they have on during your stay:
https://www.artgallery.org.nz/
Classic flyers Tauranga
9 Jean Batten DrA great museum with a cafe on site
Encompassing category one listed heritage buildings and nationally significant collections – all set within a diverse and tranquil garden setting – this one hectare property is a must-see destination for visitors to the region.
https://theelms.org.nz/
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The Elms | Te Papa Tauranga
15 Mission StEncompassing category one listed heritage buildings and nationally significant collections – all set within a diverse and tranquil garden setting – this one hectare property is a must-see destination for visitors to the region.
https://theelms.org.nz/
Restored buildings house small businesses and art galleries. Its free to enter the village and they often host events. The Jam factory is a very cool building location and hosts many music events. A number of pop up art installation around the place great for a photo op
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17th Ave WestRestored buildings house small businesses and art galleries. Its free to enter the village and they often host events. The Jam factory is a very cool building location and hosts many music events. A number of pop up art installation around the place great for a photo op
Heading down to the Redwoods to do the mountain bike trails then hit the hot tubs after.
The have cool foot spas in the restaurant area or hire a hot tub for 45 mins
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13/33 Waipa State Mill RdHeading down to the Redwoods to do the mountain bike trails then hit the hot tubs after.
The have cool foot spas in the restaurant area or hire a hot tub for 45 mins
Great for mountain biking or check out the treetops walk
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เรดวูดส์ - วน Whakarewarewa
Great for mountain biking or check out the treetops walk
This is an amazing thing to do in Rotorua either daytime or nighttime
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Redwoods Treewalk
Tarawera RoadThis is an amazing thing to do in Rotorua either daytime or nighttime
Great rainy day activity as all inside and only 40 mins down SH36 from the retro room. Take your imagination and your camera and have a laugh and giggle
Opposite the Luge
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3D Trick Art Gallery
171 Fairy Springs RdGreat rainy day activity as all inside and only 40 mins down SH36 from the retro room. Take your imagination and your camera and have a laugh and giggle
Opposite the Luge
40mins down SH36 and you are there
Always a fun thing to do in vegas
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Skyline Rotorua
178 Fairy Springs Rd40mins down SH36 and you are there
Always a fun thing to do in vegas
Did you know there are only 10,000 falcons left in NZ.
Thursday to Sunday 11.30am. Book in advance via email and prepay on website once booking confirmed. One hour demonstration. 45 mins from the Retro Room down SH36
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Wingspan National Bird of Prey Centre
1334 Paradise Valley RdDid you know there are only 10,000 falcons left in NZ.
Thursday to Sunday 11.30am. Book in advance via email and prepay on website once booking confirmed. One hour demonstration. 45 mins from the Retro Room down SH36
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351 State Hwy 30Unique experience of a mud spa
The Food Scene
Here are just a few eats in the area. The first 6 are local then the next lot are my favourite cheap eats this side of the bridge. Then I have grouped them in to Mt Maunganui and Tauranga. The ones in the Mount are ones I am prepared to drive to from home cos I like the food. There are many more styles of food so ask.
Local Pub open from lunchtime 7 days a week for lunch and dinner and open for Brunch on the weekends. Serve the Good George Beers and ciders. Run by locals. Good pub grub and within walking distance
In the local Pyes Pa Shopping Centre so a 5min walk away
1/83 Pyes Pa Rd, Pyes Pa 500m walking distance
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Good Local Pyes Pa
83 Pyes Pa RdLocal Pub open from lunchtime 7 days a week for lunch and dinner and open for Brunch on the weekends. Serve the Good George Beers and ciders. Run by locals. Good pub grub and within walking distance
In the local Pyes Pa Shopping Centre so a 5min walk away
1/83 Pyes Pa Rd, Pyes Pa 500m walking distance
The Indian has just changed hands and menu looks great
4/83 Pyes Pa Rd and open 7 days for dine in and takeaway
Grace of India & Bar
The Indian has just changed hands and menu looks great
4/83 Pyes Pa Rd and open 7 days for dine in and takeaway
Great local Japanese
15/83 Pyes Pa Rd, Pyes Pa
Open Mon to Sat till 8pm. Kitchen closes at 7.30pm
Matakite Japanese Restaurant
83 Pyes Pa RdGreat local Japanese
15/83 Pyes Pa Rd, Pyes Pa
Open Mon to Sat till 8pm. Kitchen closes at 7.30pm
Local Pizza takeaway place open till 10.30pm
7 day a week
17/83 Pyes Pa Rd, Pyes Pa
Pizza Club Max - Tauranga
Local Pizza takeaway place open till 10.30pm
7 day a week
17/83 Pyes Pa Rd, Pyes Pa
Recently changed hands and by all accounts the food is great. Over at the Lakes side of Pyes Pa
The General at the Lakes
Recently changed hands and by all accounts the food is great. Over at the Lakes side of Pyes Pa
Amazing Asian Fusion style restaurant. Reasonable prices
Within walking distance from the Retro Room. One of Kim's favs in the area.
2/83 Pyes Pa Rd, Pyes Pa 500m walking distance
Open Wednesday to Sunday
Umami Fusion Kitchen
83 Pyes Pa RoadAmazing Asian Fusion style restaurant. Reasonable prices
Within walking distance from the Retro Room. One of Kim's favs in the area.
2/83 Pyes Pa Rd, Pyes Pa 500m walking distance
Open Wednesday to Sunday
IMO Best Chinese in Tauranga - you need to book
801 Cameron Rd
Open Tuesday to Sunday
88 Chinese Restaurant
IMO Best Chinese in Tauranga - you need to book
801 Cameron Rd
Open Tuesday to Sunday
New cheap eat on the street. Korean Fried Chicken
120 Devonport Rd
Open 7 days for lunch and dinner
Chicken Fryday
New cheap eat on the street. Korean Fried Chicken
120 Devonport Rd
Open 7 days for lunch and dinner
Local Indian Restaurant that doesn't use coriander in its cooking. If you hate coriander this is the Indian for you
113 Chadwick Rd, Greerton
Open 7 days for dinner, lunch Mon to Sat
Indian Pavilion
Local Indian Restaurant that doesn't use coriander in its cooking. If you hate coriander this is the Indian for you
113 Chadwick Rd, Greerton
Open 7 days for dinner, lunch Mon to Sat
Locals consider this one of the best Thais this side of the Tauranga Bridge and it is. Takeaway menu in the room.
Open Tues to Sunday
123 Chadwick Rd, Greerton
Ruk Thai
123 Chadwick RoadLocals consider this one of the best Thais this side of the Tauranga Bridge and it is. Takeaway menu in the room.
Open Tues to Sunday
123 Chadwick Rd, Greerton
Check out the array of cafes and restaurants in the downtown mount area - Favourites are Latitude and Master Kong, but I have listed other places I have tried and liked
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Check out the array of cafes and restaurants in the downtown mount area - Favourites are Latitude and Master Kong, but I have listed other places I have tried and liked
eightyeight Cafe
90 Maunganui RdGreat Coffee and Brunch Menu
If you love steak this is my pick of fine dining restaurants where you get to choose your own steak knife. You need to book in advance
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Fife Lane Kitchen & Bar
512 Maunganui RdIf you love steak this is my pick of fine dining restaurants where you get to choose your own steak knife. You need to book in advance
Izakai is a delicious and innovative food fusion story. Blending together Māori and Japanese cuisine and the values of manaakitanga and sustainability, this is a unique dining experience located at Bayfair Shopping Centre’s new foodie destination
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Izakai Bar & Eatery
19 Girven RdIzakai is a delicious and innovative food fusion story. Blending together Māori and Japanese cuisine and the values of manaakitanga and sustainability, this is a unique dining experience located at Bayfair Shopping Centre’s new foodie destination
Latitude 37
181 Maunganui RdConsistently great food
Master Kong The Mount
217 Maunganui RoadGreat Asian Fusion and amazing cocktail bar in Madam sunset
Great pizzas on thin bases and a quirky setting.
314 Maunganui Road
Open 7 days a week for dinner
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The Pizza Library Co.
314 Maunganui RdGreat pizzas on thin bases and a quirky setting.
314 Maunganui Road
Open 7 days a week for dinner
Tauranga
There are many Tauranga based places here are my picks
Grap takeaways and enjoy along the Tauranga waterfront - check out the hairy mcclary playground for do bombs off the whaft or wander down into the sea via the large water steps
Bobbys Fresh Fish Market Tauranga Waterfront
Grap takeaways and enjoy along the Tauranga waterfront - check out the hairy mcclary playground for do bombs off the whaft or wander down into the sea via the large water steps
New to the food scene if you just want desserts. Opposite the new farmers in Elizabeth St next to the Events Cinemas
But First Dessert
Elizabeth StreetNew to the food scene if you just want desserts. Opposite the new farmers in Elizabeth St next to the Events Cinemas
Fine Dining in an old post office building
https://www.clarencetauranga.co.nz/bistro/
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Clarence Bistro Restaurant
51 Willow StFine Dining in an old post office building
https://www.clarencetauranga.co.nz/bistro/
Dry Dock Cafe
6 Wharf StOn the Tauranga Waterfront - Cafe Pizza Bar
The menu is built on locally sourced, seasonal produce.
From coffee and pastries first thing, through to after-work drinks or a nightcap, Picnicka is the community hub for all things social.
Bookings recommended, and I put it in the fine dining category
Picnicka Bar & Grill
The menu is built on locally sourced, seasonal produce.
From coffee and pastries first thing, through to after-work drinks or a nightcap, Picnicka is the community hub for all things social.
Bookings recommended, and I put it in the fine dining category
calling themselves a Fusion sushi restaurant and bar. Great Japanese food and reasonable prices. Simple minimalism restaurant design but the food is great. Service is quick
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Satori Lounge
83 Maunganui Rdcalling themselves a Fusion sushi restaurant and bar. Great Japanese food and reasonable prices. Simple minimalism restaurant design but the food is great. Service is quick
Restaurant and Cookschool, established in 1986 and serving Tauranga for over 30 years
https://somersetcottage.co.nz/
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Somerset Cottage
30 Bethlehem RdRestaurant and Cookschool, established in 1986 and serving Tauranga for over 30 years
https://somersetcottage.co.nz/
Italian Inspired fresh local produce in a casual atmosphere
https://www.sugosugo.co.nz/
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Sugo
19 Wharf StreetItalian Inspired fresh local produce in a casual atmosphere
https://www.sugosugo.co.nz/
All time fav Indian. Been in this location 35 odd years. Family business and our daughters place to go for any celebration. She loves their butter chicken
Talk of India
356 Cameron RdAll time fav Indian. Been in this location 35 odd years. Family business and our daughters place to go for any celebration. She loves their butter chicken
The Cider Factorie
50 Oikimoke RdCrushing the bay since 2012
https://theciderfactorie.co.nz/
Wharf Street is a pedestrian-friendly street designed to bring people together, to relax and eat. Through a central clearway, it connects the city centre with the harbour, and the new lighting system, native planting, seats, and bike racks create a vibrant place day and night.
https://www.downtowntauranga.co.nz/wharf-street-
Wharf Street
Wharf StreetWharf Street is a pedestrian-friendly street designed to bring people together, to relax and eat. Through a central clearway, it connects the city centre with the harbour, and the new lighting system, native planting, seats, and bike racks create a vibrant place day and night.
https://www.downtowntauranga.co.nz/wharf-street-
Great little Italian restaurant in the heart of Cameron Rd a little off the beaten track corner of Cameron and 4th Ave. 350 Cameron Rd.
Salva D'or Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria
350 Cameron RdGreat little Italian restaurant in the heart of Cameron Rd a little off the beaten track corner of Cameron and 4th Ave. 350 Cameron Rd.
Getting rave reviews if you like seafood. You can sit and watch the chef prepare your food at the side table
Saltwater - Seafood Bar & Grill
Getting rave reviews if you like seafood. You can sit and watch the chef prepare your food at the side table
Neighbourhoods
Pyes Pa is a quiet suburb just off the main highway. It provides great access to everywhere. Be it down SH36 to the tect park or Rotorua or over the Kiamias to Hobbiton. Mt Maunganui is only 30 mins away to the white sandy beaches
Pyes Pa
Pyes Pa is a quiet suburb just off the main highway. It provides great access to everywhere. Be it down SH36 to the tect park or Rotorua or over the Kiamias to Hobbiton. Mt Maunganui is only 30 mins away to the white sandy beaches
Shopping
The local shops are a 5 min walk, where you will find an array of restaurants and takeaways, as well as a supermarket, chemist & post shop, liquor store, artisan bakery, doctors, dentist, and the local Flex Fitness Gym.
Pyes Pa Shopping Centre
Pyes Pa RoadThe local shops are a 5 min walk, where you will find an array of restaurants and takeaways, as well as a supermarket, chemist & post shop, liquor store, artisan bakery, doctors, dentist, and the local Flex Fitness Gym.
Tauranga Crossing is a 5 min drive away. One of the largest shopping centres in the BOP. An array of shops and food eateries as well as an events cinema
https://www.taurangacrossing.co.nz/
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Tauranga Crossing
2 Taurikura DrTauranga Crossing is a 5 min drive away. One of the largest shopping centres in the BOP. An array of shops and food eateries as well as an events cinema
https://www.taurangacrossing.co.nz/
Essentials
Need an after hours doctor this is the place to go. Quicker than Tauranga Hospital A&E
2nd Avenue Health Centre
19 Second AveNeed an after hours doctor this is the place to go. Quicker than Tauranga Hospital A&E
PAK'nSAVE Tauriko
2 Taurikura DrClosest full supermarket
SuperValue Pyes Pa
83 Pyes Pa RdClosest Supermarket for Essential supplies
Closest cleanest laundromat at 1305 Cameron Rd. 3 sizes of washing machines. 2 sizes of dryers.
Greerton Laundromatt
Closest cleanest laundromat at 1305 Cameron Rd. 3 sizes of washing machines. 2 sizes of dryers.
Cycle Trails Tauranga
Scenic options for every rider
With trails to suit every age and ability, you can easily explore the special places that reflect our heritage and environment at your own pace.
visit bayofplentynzd dot com forwardslash experiences forslashcycle-trails forwardslash tauranga to download the booklet of all the trails in Tauranga
Oropi Mountain bike park
Oropi RoadCloses bike track - access 2km up the road off Joyce Rd
Access the Kopurererua Reserve track here
Kopurererua Valley is a 300-hectare natural, urban wetland and one of Tauranga’s largest reserves.
It encompasses farmland, native bush, a river, ponds, and many sites of historic and archaeological significance. It also serves as an important part of Tauranga’s cycleways network.
There are plenty of options to grab a drink or something to eat near both ends of this trail.
Kopurererua Stream Bridge
Kopurererua Stream BridgeAccess the Kopurererua Reserve track here
Kopurererua Valley is a 300-hectare natural, urban wetland and one of Tauranga’s largest reserves.
It encompasses farmland, native bush, a river, ponds, and many sites of historic and archaeological significance. It also serves as an important part of Tauranga’s cycleways network.
There are plenty of options to grab a drink or something to eat near both ends of this trail.
TECT All Terrain Park
Whataroa Road10km of Bike tracks
Gordon Carmichael Reserve is a gem in the heart of suburbia, featuring 60 hectares of waterways, native plantings and abundant birdlife.
Gordon Carmichael Reserve
Gordon Carmichael Reserve is a gem in the heart of suburbia, featuring 60 hectares of waterways, native plantings and abundant birdlife.
The Matua Saltmarsh is a 21-hectare coastal wetland that helps enrich the quality of our harbour, protects the coast from erosion, and provides a habitat for many species of plants, fish and birds.
This off-road trail features a 200m boardwalk at the Matua end and offers an appealing journey linking up two nearby recreational reserves.
Ngatai Road - Matua Saltmarsh
The Matua Saltmarsh is a 21-hectare coastal wetland that helps enrich the quality of our harbour, protects the coast from erosion, and provides a habitat for many species of plants, fish and birds.
This off-road trail features a 200m boardwalk at the Matua end and offers an appealing journey linking up two nearby recreational reserves.
Waikareao means “sparkling waters of the new day”, and as you follow the shoreline of this large tidal estuary you’ll journey through native bush, mangroves and saltwater marshes.
The estuary’s high biodiversity value means it’s a Category 1 ecological area and information boards along the route explain how the ecosystem works.
Motuopae Island, in the middle of the estuary, is a sacred burial ground that belongs to Ngai Tamarawaho of Huria Pā (Judea).
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Waikareao Estuary Walkway
Estuary WalkwayWaikareao means “sparkling waters of the new day”, and as you follow the shoreline of this large tidal estuary you’ll journey through native bush, mangroves and saltwater marshes.
The estuary’s high biodiversity value means it’s a Category 1 ecological area and information boards along the route explain how the ecosystem works.
Motuopae Island, in the middle of the estuary, is a sacred burial ground that belongs to Ngai Tamarawaho of Huria Pā (Judea).
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Romantic Activities for Couples in Tauranga
https://nzpocketguide.com/10-romantic-activities-in-tauranga-for-couples/
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19 Free or Cheap things to do in Tauranga and the Mount
https://nzpocketguide.com/free-things-to-do-in-tauranga-and-mt-maunganui/