Kuirau Park

love love love exploring this free geothermal park in the heart of rotorua. it is very active and there is foot pools, mud pools, thermal craters and ponds. its very interesting. playground out the back for the kids to explore afterwards too. easy free parking. its all fenced so is safe, but you would still want to keep a close eye on little kids.

We headed to Kuirau Park keen to see the geothermal activity, mud pools, and warm waters—but wow, we had no idea it was this massive!nnSo many bubbling pools and springs everywhere, and it’s completely free and open to the public.nnThe planting is stunning—beautiful trees, lovely native flora, and perfectly manicured, well-kept gardens that make it feel so peaceful. The highlight? A spot to kick off your shoes and socks and dip your feet right into the warm geothermal water—pure bliss!nnWe loved spotting the birdlife too, including Australasian Swamphans and a few pied stilts chilling in the warm shallows. With clean toilets, great open spaces, and a children’s playground, it’s family-friendly perfection. If you’re in Rotorua, this is an absolute must-visit!

Loved the park!nFree and open 24/7. On Saturday they also do Saturday market there from the early morning!nThey also have 2 foot baths which I didn’t expected! - as a Japanese, the temp was not that hot tho

What cool, fun attraction this is in the heart of Rotorua! We just discovered this public geothermal space in 2020 when we drive through, so when I returned for a visit it was a must! The addition of the footpaths is absolutely fantastic!

Nice Park. However, southern park not very interesting. Middle part with the hot basins where you can take a relaxing hot bath for your feet and legs. Very much recommended.

Directions to Kuirau Park with public transportation

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