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Government Gardens
Popular waterfront park with a geothermal bathhouse & museum with Tudor-style architecture.
Address: 9 Queens Drive, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand
State: Bay of Plenty
City: Rotorua
Zip Code: 3010


Opening Hours

Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

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Reviews
The gardens are beautiful and well-maintained, and it makes for a nice, easy walk, with no hills or stairs. Some big open areas without shade, though, so make sure you bring your hat and slather on that sunscreen if it is a sunny day like the day I went.nnThe geothermal areas were a bit of a low point. Experience such wonders as water with some smoke floating above it, or muddy water that has fewer bubbles than a bottle of cola. Still, it's worth what you pay, which is zero—so you can't really complain, eh?nThere are lots of cool sculptures to look at along the walk as well.nnThe museum is STILL undergoing renovations. Like, do they just have one guy working on it or what? Haha. It is a shame, as it is a bit of an eyesore all covered up like that.nnAnyway, it's a nice place for a picnic and not super crowded.
Relaxing and expansive premise located very near the bus station. The combination of the expansive lawns and the unique Californian-esque made resemble a Californian college campus. However, it was a little disappointing that the piste de resistance - the Tudor style bath house - was under construction.
A word of warning, the spectacular spa building in these photographs is under renovation at time of writing and may still be so when you visit. Otherwise this is a beautiful space in the heart of Rotarua and the nearby Rotarua caldera. Even in the heart of the city there are hot pools and evidence of volcanic activity. The smell takes a bit of getting used to but that is also the attraction of Rotarua.
Always love the beautiful flowers and plants in the garden. Wish the iconic museum will complete the repair soon.
This is a delightful place to visit, especially in spring when all the flowers are in bloom. There are two main buildings; Government House currently undergoing renovation and the Blue Baths, a fascinating Spanish mission design. There is also a short scenic drive to the Lakes edge where you can see an abundance of water birds. This place is definitely worth a visit.
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Directions to Government Gardens with public transportation


Rotorua I-Site 220 meters
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Rotorua CBD - Arawa Street 250 meters
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Fenton Street - Fronting No. 1241 310 meters
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