Te Puia

Te Puia is a historic landmark in Rotorua, New Zealand. A typical visit takes 3h. A geothermal valley with the Pōhutu geyser, a Māori arts and crafts institute and carving and weaving schools.

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Rotorua, New ZealandEntrance NZ$90 · Verified
Landmark
Typical visit: 3h

A geothermal valley with the Pōhutu geyser, a Māori arts and crafts institute and carving and weaving schools.

Related activities

  • Māori cultural evening and hāngī

    Marae welcome, performance and a meal cooked in an earth oven.

  • Geothermal park walk

    Circuit of the craters, pools and silica terraces at Wai-O-Tapu.

  • Redwoods mountain biking

    Ride the graded trail network through the forest.

How to get to Te Puia

Te Puia sits in Rotorua, New Zealand. Most visitors base themselves in Rotorua and plan the visit as part of a day there. It pairs well with Wai-O-Tapu, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, so you can group them on the same day.

Tickets and time needed

The recorded entrance fee is NZ$90, in the local currency set by the operator. Plan about 3h for a typical visit.

Best time to visit Te Puia

For Rotorua in general: Year-round; December to March is warmest.

Tips for your visit

Related things to do here include Māori cultural evening and hāngī, Geothermal park walk, Redwoods mountain biking. Prices can change, so check the official source linked on this page before you go.

Te Puia FAQ

How much does it cost to visit Te Puia?

The recorded entrance fee is NZ$90, in the local currency set by the operator.

How long should I spend at Te Puia?

A typical visit takes about 3h.

Where is Te Puia?

Te Puia is in Rotorua, New Zealand.

When is the best time to visit Te Puia?

Year-round; December to March is warmest.

What is near Te Puia?

Nearby places include Wai-O-Tapu, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest.

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