Taupo travel guide
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You're Going to Love Taupo
With a population of 22,469, Taupo is a must-see destination in Waikato, New Zealand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Taupo deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Taupo
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Taupo in February, when the average temperature is 18 °C, and the highest can go up to 24 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 2 °C, with an average temperature of 7 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 120 mm. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Taupo, with an average rainfall of 60 mm.
How to Get to Taupo
Plane
When flying to Taupo, you’ll arrive at Taupo (TUO), which is located 6 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Taupo is to pick up a car hire from Auckland, which is about 235 km from Taupo. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Snap Rentals, among others, in Auckland.
Airlines serving Taupo
Where to stay in Taupo
From 5-star hotels such as the Hilton Lake Taupo to great affordable options like the Cottage Mews Motel, Taupo offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £79 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £622 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Taupo, with prices from £13 to £1,093 per night. Taupo CBD is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Taupo are about 80% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Taupo
Most booked hotels in Taupo
Hiring a car in Taupo
Expect to pay £1.44 per litre in Taupo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.27 and £23.03. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Taupo, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.