Kuirau Park

Didn’t really know what to expect from this park, I think it’s great for the kids as there is a couple of big parks for them to play on at the front next to the parking, there is a nice walk around but be aware it’s doesn’t smell very nice. I seen a part has two small pools design to put your feet in as the water is warm/hot not my cup of tea but fun for the kids.

Hats off to Rotorua for having such a beautiful park! It is very well-maintained, with many winding paths among colourful flower beds, hedges and trees, a pond, and what Rotorua is famous for - geothermal areas with pools of bubbling mud and boiling water. It also has all the amenities you need for a comfortable visit: fairly spacious parking, several tables where you can enjoy a snack or lunch, toilets, a playground for kids and even footbaths with hot, thermal water which are absolutely amazing!. And all this for free! I highly recommend reserving some time for exploring this park when in Rotorua.

This is one of the parks you should visit if you want to experience the sulphur steams of Rotorua. It’s free of charge, and there’s plenty of parking available. The park has several steam areas, and you can easily spend about an hour here. There’s also a spot where you can enjoy a quick foot bath, making it a fun place for families with children. It reminds me of Beppu City.nn

One of the parks to visit if you want to experience the sulphur steams of Rotorua. It's free of charge and the park is easily accessible with parking also available. There are number of steam areas in the park and even a place to have a quick foot bath in the steam pools.

Very nice city park, quite unique in the world for a city to have its own park offering many active geothermal features including a bit of public soaking in hot water. No geysers but some big pools and lots of smells and bubbling. Plus pretty gardens, playgrounds, decent restrooms, library book sales twice a month etc. We are from USA and we chose this place as we didn’t feel the need to pay to see another geyser and liked the idea of free access and some variety, glad we found this place. Apparently it is the best or only? place in this part of the world having paid in USA, Iceland, St Lucia, etc…. I wonder maybe the whole world? where one can see geothermal features for free. Parking is free. Please keep up the good work Rotorua, I salute thee! Love this place.

Directions to Kuirau Park with public transportation

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