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Tauranga (Rotorua)

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Where to eat (3)

🍽️Solera🍽️
Solera
A restaurant at 165 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui, with two hats in the NZ Good Food Awards 2025 and 2026.
🍽️Harbourside Waterfront Dining🍽️
Harbourside Waterfront Dining
Located right on the Tauranga waterfront, this restaurant offers stunning harbor views with easy, flat access. Their seafood platters and local wines are highly recommended for a relaxing lunch.
🍽️Picnic Cafe🍽️
Picnic Cafe
A charming, casual spot perfect for a light brunch or coffee. Their cabinet food is excellent, and the outdoor seating is great for people-watching in a relaxed environment.

What to see and do (2)

👀Te Puia (Rotorua)👀
Te Puia (Rotorua)
A cultural and geothermal park where you can see the Pōhutu Geyser and traditional Māori carving schools. The main pathways are well-maintained and offer a gentle pace for viewing the bubbling mud pools.
👀Mount Maunganui Beach and Base Track👀
Mount Maunganui Beach and Base Track
Enjoy a flat, scenic walk around the base of the mountain (Mauao) which offers spectacular ocean views without the strenuous climb to the summit. The nearby beach is perfect for a gentle stroll along the sand.

Festivals and events (3)

🎉Tauranga Arts Festival🎉
Tauranga Arts Festival
A biennial celebration featuring music, theater, and literature held across various accessible venues in the city.
📅 October (Biennial)
🎉Rotorua Night Market🎉
Rotorua Night Market
A vibrant weekly gathering featuring local food stalls and live music in a pedestrian-friendly area.
📅 Every Thursday evening
🎉Summer Concert Series🎉
Summer Concert Series
Outdoor musical performances held in the warmer months, often featuring classic hits in a relaxed park setting.
📅 January - February