Tauranga is most famous for its sandy beaches and beautiful walking trails. The town is very popular for its beaches and hiking. Also, it's known for museums and attractions, food, nightlife, and shopping.
Here you'll find everything you need to plan a trip to Tauranga. With tickets, tours, things to do, accommodation, transportation, and food ideas, we're here to help you plan the perfect trip.
What Should You Book in Advance in Tauranga?
Tauranga Shore Excursion: History & Kiwifruit Tasting – 4 Hours
TAURANGA City & Scenic Sightseeing 2-hour Local Bus Tour
Rotorua Cultural and Geothermal Wonderland Tour – Depart Tauranga
Half Day Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise - Tauranga
ROTORUA - Hell's Gate Geothermal Park & Mud Spa Day…
Waimangu Volcanic Valley and Lake Rotomahana Tour
Scenic Short Hike Tour - McLaren Falls and Puketoki Reserve
Do I Need to Book Ahead?
Many top attactions will sell out during high season, so booking ahead is a good idea. It can also save you money and time.
Best Things to Do in Tauranga by Category
Must-See Attractions
White Water Rafting - Kaituna Cascades, The Originals
Tauranga Shore Excursion: Rotorua Highlights
Hobbiton Movie Set Shore Excursion from Tauranga (6 Hours)
Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour
6.5 hour Small-Group Rotorua Naturally Shore Excursion - Tauranga
Hobbiton Transport & Tauranga Highlights Excursion from Tauranga
Wild Dolphin Encounter in Tauranga
Tauranga Shore Excursion: Top Half Day Curated Highlights Tour
Tauranga Shore Excursion: History & Kiwifruit Tasting – 4 Hours
On the Water
White Water Rafting - Kaituna Cascades, The Originals
Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour
Half Day Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise - Tauranga
Tauranga Harbour Scenic 90 Minute Historical Boat Cruise
Rating: 4.7
Budget Friendly
Tauranga Cruise Tour Rotorua Redwood and Maori Village Experience
Recommended Tours & Tickets
White Water Rafting - Kaituna Cascades, The Originals
Tauranga Shore Excursion: Rotorua Highlights
Hobbiton Movie Set Shore Excursion from Tauranga (6 Hours)
Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour
6.5 hour Small-Group Rotorua Naturally Shore Excursion - Tauranga
Hobbiton Transport & Tauranga Highlights Excursion from Tauranga
Wild Dolphin Encounter in Tauranga
Tauranga Shore Excursion: Top Half Day Curated Highlights Tour
Day Trips to Explore Further
ROTORUA - Hell's Gate Geothermal Park & Mud Spa Day Trip