http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz en-us Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:02:18 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/post/130539/your-destination-for-desserts-polar-dessert-bar-mount-maunganui/ Polar Dessert Bar have a fun and delicious menu of the most popular items to create a range of options to suit everyone. Call Polar Dessert Bar to place your order or pop in to their store at 10 Prince Avenue, Mount Maunganui.Whether it’s date night or taking the kids out for a delicious treat night, Polar Dessert Bar is the coolest place to enjoy a waffle, a unique and delicious bubble tea (extremely popular), your favourite flavoured ice cream and more.Opposite Mount Maunganui’s... Thu, 20 Jun 2024 14:36:47 +1200 http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/#post130539 http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/post/130536/enjoy-fresh-quality-and-locally-sourced-ingredients-at-sugo-restaurant/ Surgo Restaurant is a place for food, family, good friends and good times, and word on the street is it’s definitely ticking all the right delectable boxes.Situated in Wharf St, right in heart of Tauranga, the ever-changing menu uses only the very best local ingredients where possible. Things To Do In Tauranga know that when you hear great reviews not just from a couple of people but from everyone who has been there so far how good this Italian inspired food heaven is then you know you’... Thu, 20 Jun 2024 14:20:59 +1200 http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/#post130536 http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/post/130535/places-to-eat-in-tauranga--its-all-happening-at-miss-gees/ Welcome to Miss Gee’s. This is Tauranga’s speciality cocktail bar and your favourite new hangout. Miss Gee’s is all about the music. The vibrant décor. The year-round summer vibes. The eclectic menu that’s straight up delicious any time of the day or night. It goes off at Miss Gee’s!But let’s be honest…it’s all about the drinkipoos. With a colourful selection of tap and craft beers, local and international wines, more than 20 gins and a fancy AF cocktail list, Miss Gee’s is th... Thu, 20 Jun 2024 13:53:33 +1200 http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/#post130535 http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/post/111851/mauao-walkways-things-to-do-in-mount-maunganui/ Mauao Walkways are one of New Zealand's most popular scenic walks! Whether you're a local or visiting the beautiful town of Mount Maunganui, this iconic landmark is a must-visit destination. With stunning views and rich history, the Mauao Walkways offers something for everyone. ... Wed, 11 Oct 2023 16:30:37 +1300 http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/#post111851 http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/post/93943/something-for-everyone-at-mount-hot-pools-and-massage/ Don’t have time for a full weekend retreat? Looking for something to do that the whole family will love? Mount Hot Pools and Massage is the ultimate short-term health and wellbeing retreat and fun place for the whole family to visit. Time to experience one of Mount Maunganui’s most popular attractions. Situated at the base of the mighty and stunning Mauao; Mount Hot Pools is the place to go for a relaxing soak, swim and more. As you lie back and gaze up to the mighty Mauao you’re surro... Wed, 09 Nov 2022 17:30:21 +1300 http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/#post93943 http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/post/87151/did-you-know---out-of-the-ordinary-things-to-do-in-tauranga-that-you-didnt-know-about/ From cooking classes to painting lessons we have dug out a few of the out of the ordinary things to do in Tauranga locals and visitors alike might not have even known existed. It’s fun to do things a little different isn’t it so let’s see what we can find for you whether it’s cooking up a storm or getting a little bit Van Gogh on us! Did you know …. that Somerset Cottage in Bethlehem, Tauranga holds cooking classes? As this is one of the best eateries around you can only imagine w... Thu, 18 Aug 2022 12:29:00 +1200 http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/#post87151 http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/post/87147/raring-to-go-in-tauranga--in-the-air--on-land/ V8 Trike Tours NZ - not ones to show off but did you know V8 Trike Tours NZ was voted Numero Uno in the Outdoor Activity category by Tripadvisor 2019? We know exactly why that is - riding on these trikes is epic!  It’s more than just getting your motors running - it’s thrilling, it’s exhilarating and its pulse pumping sitting on the back of these beautiful V8 Chevrolet Trikes. With the wind in your hair, blatting along Marine Parade you’ll be swept along to scenic lookouts and place... Mon, 01 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/#post87147 http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/post/85960/head-over-to-the-tauranga-farmers-market--discover-a-few-hidden-treasures/ Make sure you add Tauranga Farmers Market to your list of things to do in Tauranga.  You’ll be greeted with a very warm welcome by all the local stallholders who quite rightly so are very proud of their fresh produce and artisan fare and if you hang around long enough for a chat you’ll even get tips on this and that you didn’t even know you needed. ... Thu, 21 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/#post85960 http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/post/87159/the-coolest-neighbourhoods-in-town--mount-maunganui/ We don’t have to do a poll because the team at Things To Do In Tauranga have the inside scoop on some of the coolest neighbourhoods in our city. First up is Mount Maunganui. Now we all know the Mount is famous for its amazing beaches; both Surfside and Pilot Bay but did you know that the Mount Main Street has some of the coolest street art on display? Where? Take a wander behind the shops on both sides of the Main Street and you’ll be stepping into an amazing array of street art that will de... Mon, 18 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/#post87159 http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/post/85863/ask-a-local--we-asked-the-locals-what-they-love-to-do-in-tauranga/ Things To Do In Tauranga like to keep our finger on the pulse around cool things to do in Tauranga so we got out and about this week to ask a few locals.  Locals are great at giving you/us insider knowledge; the scope if you like on what’s happening, their pick of the day when it comes to activities, places to eat, things to do and more.  Let’s see what they have to stay in our first up random Q & A with the locals:Best Burger Joint?“One of the best burger places at the moment ha... Tue, 15 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.thingstodointauranga.co.nz/blog/#post85863