Charming Gardens Close to Downtown Rotorua
Located along Oruawhata Drive, this Government Gardens stands out as a beautifully maintained green space just a short walk from downtown Rotorua. Visitors delight in the vibrant summer flowers, scenic walking paths, and peaceful ponds that create a perfect setting for relaxation. The playground and bowling field add recreational options for all ages, making it a versatile destination for families and nature lovers alike. While the museum remains closed, the gardens themselves offer a colorful, inviting environment that showcases Rotorua’s natural beauty.
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Brett W
7 months agoVery nice and well maintained gardens. Close to downtown and not a hard or long walk. Lots of plants and wildlife along the way.
Jan Smith
7 months agoVery beautiful Gardens! Lovely summer flowers, walking paths, playground, bowling Field, fountains,
TheNZLILY
a year agoIt's a beautiful spot in Rotorua. Love the setting, the colors, the flowers, and all the ponds. It's sad that the museum is still closed.
RC
a year agoIt’s free to get to and walk around in. Lots of parking so you can just walk around and enjoy the scenery, there’s the museum, different memorials and the hot springs.
Walter Scheer
4 months agoAt any Time of the Year its worth visiting The Government Gardens. Spectacular Rosegardens the famous Rachel Hot springs where it comes out of the Ground. All for FREE to see