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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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Learning to Hongi

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)

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41 Runanga Street, Taupo

Private Guest Lounge

Nestled within large private gardens in the picturesque lakeside village of Kinloch - Twynham is unequalled as a base for exploring the delights of the Taupo region. Golf, fishing, watersports...

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84 Marina Terrace, Kinloch, Taupo

$130.00 - $195.00 (NZD)
Pushing up to Whakamaru Dam

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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$20.00 - $35.00 (NZD)

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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Wairakei Terraces

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)

L'Arte is a unique mosaic cafe surrounded by an awesome mosaic garden oasis. Without a doubt a cafe with a unique mosaic twist! Open Wednesday to Sunday 9am - 4pm....

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255 Mapara Rd, Acacia Bay, Taupo

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

ZeaYou August 2010

ZeaYou Gallery is a vibrant and diverse space specialising in contemporary New Zealand art, showcasing paintings, limited edition prints, cast and blown glass, bronze, sculpture and jewellery.

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cnr Heuheu & Ruapehua Streets, Taupo

$10.00 - $20000.00 (NZD)

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