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In Maori Tauranga means 'Resting Place for Canoes' and some believe it to be the place Polynesians first arrived in New Zealand.
It sits on the beautiful Bay of Plenty and enjoys a temperate, sunny climate, a thriving economy and is the kiwi growing capital of New Zealand.
Although the town itself offers few tourist attractions it is close to some good surfing and white sand beaches, and you will find the popular Mount Maunganui just across the inlet.
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Suggested Tauranga itinerary
This sample itinerary will give you an idea of what is possible when you travel in Tauranga, and showcases routes we know work particularly well. Treat this as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.
Sydney to Auckland Voyage with Silversea Cruises
This trip is ideal for those wishing to explore the highlights of Australia and New Zealand, but from the comfort of a luxury cruise liner, Silversea Cruises. Starting in Sydney you'll board the beautiful Silver Muse for the start of your 16-day cruise, with most of the sailing concentrating on the highlights of New Zealand. Heading south via Melbourne, the Silver Muse will take in Burnie in Tasmania, before crossing the Tasman to start with the natural wonders of Milford, Doubtful and Dusky Sound, before venturing up the east coast of the country, with stops in Dunedin, Akaroa, Kaikoura, Wellington, Gisborne, Tauranga and finally Auckland, where you'll disembark. This itinerary includes two nights and touring in Sydney prior to embarkation and then two nights and touring following the cruise.
Map of Tauranga
Places & hotels on the map
Places near Tauranga
- Bay of Plenty 22 kilometers away
- Rotorua 51 kilometers away
- Thames & Kauaeranga Valley 82 kilometers away
- Coromandel Peninsula 93 kilometers away
- Lake Taupo 112 kilometers away
- Waitomo 114 kilometers away
- Waikato 131 kilometers away
- Waiheke Island 142 kilometers away
- Devonport 155 kilometers away
- Auckland 156 kilometers away
- Great Barrier Island 179 kilometers away
- Tongariro National Park 181 kilometers away
- Eastland & Gisborne 196 kilometers away
- Warkworth 197 kilometers away
- Napier 212 kilometers away
- Hawke's Bay 223 kilometers away
- Hastings 226 kilometers away
- Taranaki & New Plymouth 238 kilometers away
- Whanganui National Park 269 kilometers away
- The Kauri Coast 323 kilometers away
- Russell 327 kilometers away
- Paihia 327 kilometers away
- Bay of Islands 332 kilometers away
- Kerikeri 338 kilometers away
- Matauri Bay 357 kilometers away
- The Kapiti Coast 370 kilometers away
- Greytown 383 kilometers away
- Wairarapa & surrounds 389 kilometers away
- Martinborough 398 kilometers away
- Wellington 419 kilometers away
- Marlborough Sounds 425 kilometers away
- 90 Mile Beach & Cape Reinga 435 kilometers away
- Picton 443 kilometers away
- Collingwood & Farewell Spit 449 kilometers away
- Abel Tasman National Park 455 kilometers away
- Blenheim 467 kilometers away
- Nelson 470 kilometers away
Photos of Tauranga
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Kayayking on McLaren Falls Lake, near Tauranga
Accommodation choices for Tauranga
We’ve selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Tauranga. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.
Sebel Trinity Wharf
The Sebel Trinity Wharf is beautifully located on the waterfront of the Tauranga Harbour and offers 120 stylishly furnished, en suite guestrooms.