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Taupo, Turangi & Tongariro Arts & Culture

Taupo culture, art, museums and heritage

 Waka on Lake Taupo -  Lake Taupo Maori culture and heritage

Lake Taupo history and heritage is built around the Tangata Whenua (people of the land) and the early European settlement of missionaries and the armed constabulary. Taupo history is one of the earliest traditions and legends with many stories dating from pre-European times.

The Taupo region is rich in local Maori history, who have inherited from their ancestors the stories and whakapapa of the Ngatoroirangi and Ngati Tuwharetoa. Come and explore authentic Maori hosting, activities, the iconic kapa haka (dance) and hangi (traditional Maori feast served from an earth oven).

Taupo is a small town buzzing with life, culture and a strong arts community.  Enjoy the diversity of the many Taupo art galleries, museums and crafters and experience entertaining evenings with unique food, amazing wine and great music.

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Arts, Cultural and Heritage

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The Paddleboat Company :: click here for more information

The Paddleboat Company operates the Otunui, a 1907 paddleboat, on Lake Maraetai at Mangakino.

Cruises are for 1 - 2 hrs or to suit, and feature some of the most...

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115 Rangatira Drive, Mangakino, Taupo

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$25.00 - $45.00 (NZD)
Taupo Museum & Ora Garden of Wellbeing :: click here for more information

Taupo Museum is home to a blend of heritage and culture; from yesterday’s historic treasures to today’s contemporary art. Situated in the heart of Taupo, our museum and art gallery...

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Story Place, Taupo

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GiftsNZ.com :: click here for more information

We offer a large range of Kiwiana Memorabilia to purchase online. Including Gift Baskets, Toys, Greenstone, T-shirts, Maori Dolls and Skin Care products such as Lanolin, Kiwifruit and Manuka Honey....

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7 Starlight Arcade, Taupo

pureORA walks :: click here for more information

Is the only company who can guide the entire Tongaririo Alpine Crossing track!

pureORAwalks newest product ‘Tongariro Alpine Crossing-Get Over It! On this guided hike guests hear local stories, such as...

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PO Box 2036, Taupo

$75.00 - $1000.00 (NZD)
Wildwood Gallery :: click here for more information

Sue’s vibrant watercolour paintings are inspired by the natural beauty of N Z scenery, flora, fauna and still life.
Robbie’s original woodturning uses a variety of native and exotic woods. He...

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141 SH 1, Waitahanui, Taupo

Taupo Art Gallery :: click here for more information

...if a picture paints a thousand words then I hope that my paintings reflect a little of me and my love of New Zealands wonderful scenery and often, tranquil moods.

Although...

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5 Heu Heu Street, Taupo

$1500.00 - $5000.00 (NZD)
Wairakei Terraces :: click here for more information

8 years on and Wairakei terraces continue to offer a unique look back in time; undoubtedly the crowning jewel in this mystical place these silica terraces are magnificent, stunning, amazing...

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Wairakei Road, State Highway 1, Wairakei, Taupo

$18.00 - $95.00 (NZD)
Whirinaki Rainforest Experiences :: click here for more information

Welcome to the Whirinaki Rainforest, Te Urewera, central North Island, Aotearoa New Zealand.
The rainforests of the world are nature’s pinnacle of achievement, matched only by their importance as the...

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Whirinaki Forest Park, Bay of Plenty

The Lake House - Walnut Cottage :: click here for more information

The Lake House is a spacious and modern family bach - with amazing lake views right from the deck and plenty of space for your cars and boats. It can...

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Mangakino, Taupo

$150.00 - $250.00 (NZD)
Riverboat Waireka :: click here for more information

The historical riverboat Waireka is providing group cruises on the Waikato River. Have a hot swim in the thermal waters of Lake Ohakuri, visit Orakei Korako travelling through the Tutukau...

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1197 River Rd, Reporoa

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