Title: Government Gardens in Rotorua - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca [Government Gardens Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Government-Gardens-Hotels.0-l6108084-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Rotorua](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Rotorua.d6048125.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Rotorua](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Rotorua.d6048125.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Government Gardens Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Government-Gardens.d6108084.Car-Rental-Guide)[Rotorua Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Rotorua.d6048125.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Government Gardens Tours and Activities ![Government Gardens which includes a garden and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108084/ac5e2227-b547-4d91-9de2-2465180fc430.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Government Gardens which includes a garden and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108084/ac5e2227-b547-4d91-9de2-2465180fc430.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Government Gardens showing heritage architecture and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108084/1d9146cb-6e7d-4181-b430-3c59df9a4439.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Government Gardens which includes flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108084/738698b2-30e2-451d-822b-ea9d4344217c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Government Gardens featuring a park, night scenes and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108084/0087b17e-0bfd-4ed7-8247-91a6efdda550.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Government Gardens Activities [Rotorua travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Rotorua.dx6048125) --- --- #### Admire pretty roses and exquisite sculptures, relax at luxurious spas and discover the region’s remarkable history. The well-kept lawns of Government Gardens house two spas and a museum as well as facilities for croquet and cricket. Find out more about the Maori culture of Rotorua and learn about the brutal volcanic eruption that rocked the region. Lie in the sun beside fragrant flowerbeds and submerge yourself in idyllic geothermal pools. Gifted to the crown by the local Ngati Whakaue tribe during the late 1800s, this land has been fully utilised and is now home to a range of different facilities. Once an area of scrubland, the gardens have been replanted however, you can still see Japanese firs and a weeping Californian redwood that have been here since the 19th century. Survey the newer additions of beds of bright roses, azaleas and perfectly landscaped lawns. Bring a football to kick around on the grass or just sit and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. Look around the Rotorua Museum, which occupies an attractive Tudor-style building in the centre of the park. The museum contains exhibitions that pay tribute to the beliefs and skills of the area’s Maori population. Inspect intricate wood carvings and view old utensils used by tribespeople to hunt and eat. The museum also screens an interesting 20-minute film that documents the events of the Mount Tarawera eruption, showing how it decimated lives and destroyed the fabled Pink and White Terraces. The museum started as a bathhouse and several bathing establishments can still be found in the gardens just a short stroll away. Step inside the ornate Mediterranean-style Blue Baths and choose from three heated pools or head to the waterfront Polynesian Spa where you can soak in the solitude of private baths and take in panoramic views of Lake Rotorua. The complex also has a family pool with a shallow toddlers’ area as well as a slide. The Government Gardens are on the east side of town. The spas and the museum are open daily and both charge admission fees. 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Tarawera Guided Hike Combo 9h 10/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $276 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rotorua-kaituna-rafting-mt-tarawera-hiking-combo.a4579385.activity-details?&rid=6108084&location=Government+Gardens&swp=off) ![Lake Rotoiti & Hot Pools Guided Kayak](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5081938/39a65c6b-553b-4748-b4db-0c4d7d7eb914.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake Rotoiti & Hot Pools Guided Kayak 4h 30m 10/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $147 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/lake-rotoiti-hot-pools-guided-kayak.a5081938.activity-details?&rid=6108084&location=Government+Gardens&swp=off) ![Hot Pools Kayak & Evening Barbecue](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4772525/e6fe0e26-a62d-4126-a9ed-4289652c6091.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hot Pools Kayak & Evening Barbecue 6h 30m 10/10 6 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $180 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/hot-pools-kayak-evening-barbecue.a4772525.activity-details?&rid=6108084&location=Government+Gardens&swp=off) ![Glow Worm Kayak Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/739454/70a1c9b4-ee75-47a0-aa9e-7954232838c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Glow Worm Kayak Tour 3h 9.8/10 96 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $160 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rotorua-glow-worm-kayaking-tour.a739454.activity-details?&rid=6108084&location=Government+Gardens&swp=off) ### Spa & wellness [See all 11 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6108084&location=Government+Gardens&filter.categories=SpaWellness) ![Hell's Gate Mud Bath & Spas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1306413/5be4b3bc-1bd0-4a9a-bf23-02649fa99ab3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hell's Gate Mud Bath & Spas 1h 9.4/10 102 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $74 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/hells-gate-mud-bath-spas.a1306413.activity-details?&rid=6108084&location=Government+Gardens&swp=off) ![Rotorua: Polynesian Spa Pavilion Hot Pool Swimming (12+ yrs)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4583264/48fcc274-51f8-49c1-9f9c-a23e8096911a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rotorua: Polynesian Spa Pavilion Hot Pool Swimming (12+ yrs) 8.8/10 80 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $41 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/geothermal-mineral-baths-experience-pavilion-pools-for-12.a4583264.activity-details?&rid=6108084&location=Government+Gardens&swp=off) ![Rotorua: Lakefront Hot Springs & Spa - Luxury Māori Wellness](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49576120/0d971795-388d-4010-a347-454f19783112.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rotorua: Lakefront Hot Springs & Spa - Luxury Māori Wellness 2h 10/10 10 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $144 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rotorua-wai-ariki-hot-springs-and-spa-restorative-journey.a49576120.activity-details?&rid=6108084&location=Government+Gardens&swp=off) ![Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa Restorative Journey (2hrs)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49601658/239404d5-172e-4007-9ca2-56e0f5e71760.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa Restorative Journey (2hrs) 2h 10/10 7 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $144 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wai-ariki-hot-springs-and-spa-restorative-journey-2hrs.a49601658.activity-details?&rid=6108084&location=Government+Gardens&swp=off) ![Polynesian Spa Rotorua: Deluxe Lake Spa Hot Spring Swimming](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4762882/b85d715c-40e0-41f4-8347-f795a5af735b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Polynesian Spa Rotorua: Deluxe Lake Spa Hot Spring Swimming 9.2/10 80 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $66 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rotorua-lake-deluxe-lake-spa-geothermal-hot-spring-swimming.a4762882.activity-details?&rid=6108084&location=Government+Gardens&swp=off) ![Rotorua: Secret Spot Hot Tubs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4756595/e58f0a1e-af7b-45bc-bdf3-21b099916b0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rotorua: Secret Spot Hot Tubs 45m 9.4/10 87 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $37 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rotorua-secret-spot-hot-tubs.a4756595.activity-details?&rid=6108084&location=Government+Gardens&swp=off) ![Massage and Wellness](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/898754/c2effaa2-41b2-4c5e-a612-5a7e189fed7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Massage and Wellness 1h Free cancellation available CA $84 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/massage-and-wellness.a898754.activity-details?&rid=6108084&location=Government+Gardens&swp=off) ![Taupo: Orakei Korako Geothermal Park and Cave Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48485961/b4271c80-f139-4d4e-b5e9-261419441e09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Taupo: Orakei Korako Geothermal Park and Cave Entry Ticket 9.4/10 18 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/taupo-orakei-korako-geothermal-park-and-cave-entry-ticket.a48485961.activity-details?&rid=6108084&location=Government+Gardens&swp=off) ![Geothermal and Freshwater Combo Family Pools in New Zealand](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47626766/65192492-d0c7-4f30-8f63-d2c749129cb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Geothermal and Freshwater Combo Family Pools in New Zealand 3h 8/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $25 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/geothermal-and-freshwater-combo-family-pools-in-new-zealand.a47626766.activity-details?&rid=6108084&location=Government+Gardens&swp=off) ### Popular places to visit ![This show was awesome! After the initiation you are welcomed into the village and go threw different stations learning about the culture and then you get a performance show and dinner. Definitely recommend and reservations book way out, so book early! And tip: ask for Mark to be your driver... Seriously I can't remember the last time I laughed so hard](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048125/db969533-3267-4563-b042-8d58fe787fa7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tamaki Maori Village 4.5/5(10 reviews) You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Tamaki Maori Village during your trip to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Tamaki-Maori-Village-Rotorua.d6219581.Vacation-Attraction) ![Polynesian Spa which includes a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108090/3fdedc2c-cbab-4061-ab5c-3f9f8a29a73e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Polynesian Spa 4.5/5(10 reviews) Set among the serene Government Gardens on the shores of Lake Rotorua, these hot pools are an idyllic place to relax and unwind. [](https://expedia.ca/Polynesian-Spa-Rotorua.d6108090.Vacation-Attraction) ![Rotorua featuring night scenes and markets](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635754896551/a157f57e-fa78-46ea-828f-8c88fb250f81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eat Street 4.5/5(11 reviews) During your trip to Rotorua, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Eat Street. [](https://expedia.ca/Eat-Street-Rotorua.d553248635754896551.Vacation-Attraction) ![Beautiful views around Sulphir point](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048125/7802f3d6-b507-4660-a7f9-84777523618b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sulphur Point You can learn about the history of Rotorua with a stop at Sulphur Point. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Sulphur-Point-Rotorua.d553248621562625414.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tamatekapua Meeting House](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108096/03ff249a-5d22-4b62-8f78-0eaa9cd863d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House See where British royalty met with Māori leaders in this traditional village of Ohinemutu as you visit this historic meetinghouse. [](https://expedia.ca/Tama-Te-Kapua-Meeting-House-Ohinemutu.d6108096.Vacation-Attraction) ![St. Faith\'s Anglican Church showing a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108098/635e6320-9f01-4183-be22-1041187b276f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St. Faith's Anglican Church At the heart of the traditional Māori village of Ohinemutu you’ll discover a small wooden church adorned with intricate carvings. 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