Popular places to visit
Spa Thermal Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō.
Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
Browse and purchase fascinating pieces of art and go on an exciting cultural journey at this popular museum and gallery.
Taupō Hot Springs
Enjoy an outing to Taupō Hot Springs during your stay in Taupō. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.
Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
Explore the waterfront in Taupō with a trip to Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in the area.
Wairakei Geothermal Power Station
Explore the campus of Wairakei Geothermal Power Station during your stay in Taupō. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
A.C. Baths
You can learn about the history of Taupō with a trip to A.C. Baths. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Hunting Lodge
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Taupo: Lake Taupo Western Bays Catamaran Tour with Bush Walk
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua
Top hotels in Hilltop
Hilton Lake Taupo
Great place.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
Staff were amazing. Place was great.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Stag Park Accommodation
Only one night stay and felt welcoming even with other visitors. Didn’t mind the bathroom sharing. Everyone appeared to respect each others use of the shower and toilet.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Wairakei Resort Taupo
Had a lovely two nights. Staff was very friendly and facilities were clean and great.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Clean and comfortable room, and great meal at the restaurant.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Lakeland Resort Taupo
Clean room, shower pressure was poor in this room.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hilltop
Waipahihi
If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
Richmond Heights
While Richmond Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taupō Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park.
Taupō Central
If you're spending some time in Taupō Central, Lake Taupō and Waikato River are top sights worth seeing.
Two Mile Bay
While Two Mile Bay may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taupō Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park.
Tauhara
While visiting Tauhara, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River.
Rainbow Point
While visiting Rainbow Point, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay.
