Relax and Explore the Unique Thermal Wonders of Kuirau Park
Located right in the center of Rotorua, Kuirau Park offers a remarkable experience as a free, public thermal park that captivates visitors with its natural geothermal features. Unlike the more colorful thermal attractions nearby, this park charms with expansive lawns, soothing foot baths, and a variety of bubbling thermal pools that create a relaxing environment perfect for an afternoon retreat. Visitors often spend hours wandering the easy trails, soaking their feet, and admiring the ever-changing thermal landscape. Loved for its accessibility and peaceful ambiance, Kuirau Park is a standout destination for anyone wanting to connect with Rotorua’s geothermal heritage without the crowds. Whether you’re out for a leisurely walk or looking to unwind in natural hot pools, this park offers a unique and refreshing way to experience the city’s natural wonders.
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Ziyuan Wei
4 months agoThis is definitely one of the best thermal parks that I've visited in New Zealand. Whilst it doesn't have the colours of Waiotapu or the unique guided experience provided at Te Puia, it makes it up in its own unique way. It's a fantastic public park with expansive lawns, foot baths and marvellous thermal pools with each turn providing new visuals that adds up to a very relaxing experience; perhaps perfect for a relaxing afternoon retreat when the weather's right. You'll easily spend hours here relaxing and admiring the stunning scenery. What's more? All this is available for free!
Binky T
4 months agoA fantastic and free way to witness geothermal wonders up close. Don't miss the unique and relaxing free thermal foot baths. Well-maintained paths past bubbling mud pools, steaming vents, and a captivating crater lake – perfect for photos! On Saturday mornings, the vibrant Rotary Market adds local flavour. The sulphur smell is present (eeek), but welcome to Rotorua! It’s a must-see, offering a real taste of the area's natural environment without costing a cent.
Kyle Joe
4 months agoThis place is awesome for being a free park for anyone to wander around. Compared to Waiotapu, it is not be as vibrant and probably in need of some maintenance. Definitely worth a quick visit looking at all the pools or dipping your feet in the foot baths (super busy though)
María Victoria Núñez Fernández
a week agoThe park is pretty, short and nice walks around the springs. The hot pools are a must if you’ve been walking and going all over the place during the day.
Neeraj Saxena
6 months agoGreat place to see the thermal activities free of charge, plenty car, enough place for kids to play. Mineral foot pool l, BBQ area etc. If you are visiting Rotorua at this park to your bucket list.