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About The Region From a clean blue lake, to the breathtaking fury of the Huka Falls, there is something for everyone at Destination Lake Taupo	Dining Out Indian, Chinese, Local New Zealand cuisine, Pizza, Seafood and much more
Things To Do Bungy Jumping, Skydiving, Hot Springs, Golf, Helicopter tours, Fishing, Quad Bikes and much, much more	Shopping leather & fur products, Knitwear, Candles, Honey Products, Souvenirs

Awahuri Taupo
Contact: William & Suzanne Hindmarsh
Ph: 378 9847
Cost: $4.
Private garden - visits by appointment only. A meadow garden of 3 acres, ponds and waterfall with bird life. Mature trees with masses of shrubs and flowers. Open August to May. Bus parking available. 1km north of Taupo.

The Farmer Garden Taupo
Contact: Christine & John Farmer
Ph: 378 2287
Cost: $3 donation.
Private garden - visits by appointment only. A compact woodland retreat with many and varied species of trees and plants flowering in profusion. In Taupo township.

The Hermitage Taupo
Contact: Gail & Noel Frecklington
Ph: 378 3438
Cost: $3 donation.
Private garden - visits by appointment only. Strong design and mature trees feature in this attractively planted town garden. Unusual perennials and climbers abound. In Taupo town.

Kilburnie State Highway 1, Taupo
Contact: Geoff & Jane Banfield
Ph: 377 6129
Cost: Donation.
Private garden - visits by appointment only. Established and developing country garden. Rockeries and water areas with mixed plantings create a relaxing atmosphere. 15km north of Taupo.

The Kinloch Collection Kinloch
Cost: Donation.
Four private gardens - visits by appointment only. 20km west of Taupo. Feature old fashioned and modern roses, rhododendrons and camellias and hosts of interesting perennials.
Eleanor & Peter Gilbert (378 0078)
Devonshire teas; Heather & Maurice Moss (378 3962);
Kathy & Neville Grinter (377 3093) October to March; Roy Johnston (378 7997).

Roostdale 616 Oruanui Road, Taupo
Contact: Mike & Pauline Ward Ph: 377 6553
Fax: 377 3553
Web: gardens.co.nz/gardenstovisit/gardenpages/Roostdale.htm
Cost: Donation.
Private garden - visits by appointment only. A woodland garden walk amongst maples, camellias and magnolias. Pergolas, seats and bird life around pools. 14km north of Taupo.

Scented Gardens Tongariro Street, Taupo
Cost: Free.
Raised garden filled with scented shrubs and herbs for the enjoyment of the visually impaired. Located on Tongariro North Domain.

Taupo Rose Gardens Story Place, Taupo
Cost: Free. Over 500 rose bushes adjacent to the Museum.
Waipahihi Botanical Reserve Shepherd Rd, Taupo
Contact: Richard Clere Ph: 378 7923
Cost: Donation. An 85 acre reserve containing alpine and native plants. Well known for its azaleas and rhododendrons.

Wairakei Tourist Park
IGNS Main Building, Huka Falls Loop Rd, Taupo
PO Box 307
Contact: Greg Chan Ph: 374 8614
Fax: 374 8615
Email: wtpark@xtra.co.nz
Cost: Free. A multi-use park combining tourism and recreation with farming, forestry, hydro and geothermal power production. Includes Huka Falls and Aratiatia rapids.

Wyllie Garden Taupo
Contact: Raewyn & Barry Wyllie
Ph: 378 9469
Cost: $3 donation. Dramatically situated high above the lake, 2 acres of sweeping lawns and wide beds with water garden contrast with the surrounding grandeur. West of Taupo.

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Granny Smiths For that hard to find gift, see us first	New Zealand Corner A large range of gifts and souvenirs, tax-free for visitors who post overseas
Knitwear Fashion Leather leather & fur products, Knitwear, Candle	The Honey Hive New Zealand's largest showcase of honey products
The Woolshed New Zealand-made clothing for all seasons	Shirley's Shoes Visit Shirley's Shoes for our service, our style and our selection in shoes
Taupo Rod and Tackle Taupo Rod and Tackle aims to cater for every angler	Art Collector Our aim is to keep our prices as low as possible
Clay Art Studio Unique to Clay Art Studio are our mosaic feature pieces	Simply Souvenirs Maori Carvings, Beauty Products, Soft Toys, Sheepkin and more
Wildwood Gallery Wildwood Gallery is an Aladdin's Cave for the fine art lover!

141 State Highway One,
Waitahanui,
Taupo,
New Zealand
Phone: 64 7 377 0469
Fax: 64 7 377 6489
Mobile: 64 27 242 1547
Email: robbie-sue@wildwoodgallery.co.nz

Wildwood Gallery is an Aladdin's Cave for the fine art lover!

Robbie's original wood turned art pieces are distinctive in style, showing magnificent attention to the finish. Recent pieces have been enhanced with subtle touches of acrylic paint, giving unique textured appearance. His style ranges from hollow vessels to elegant finely turned ornaments.

Telephone +64-7-3767200
Fax +64-7-3767201
Postal address 11 Marama Arcade
Taupo New Zealand
General Information:
simplysouvenirs@xtra.co.nz

Maori Carvings, Beauty Products, Soft Toys, Sheepkin, Bone Carvings Koru Knitwear, Paintings of New Zealand, T shirts and much more.

255 Mapara Road,
Taupo
Phone: (07) 378 2962
Fax: (07) 378 2933
Email: mosaic@clayartstudio.co.nz
Website: clayartstudio.co.nz

At the Studio we specialise in mosaics. We are constantly stretching the boundaries and pushing mosaics to the extreme to come up with something original.

Unique to Clay Art Studio are our mosaic feature pieces. We produce these in our workshop. Each piece is handmade and handpainted. They are suitable for indoor and outdoor mosaics and are very durable.

The pieces can be used in bathrooms and kitchens to add a splash of colour. You can incorporate them into your mosaic project - mirrors, frames, table tops etc. or use them outside for feature walls, birdbaths or paving.

8 Horomatangi Street, Taupo
New Zealand
Phone: 64 7 378 2288
Email: info@artcollector.co.nz
Website: artcollector.co.nz

Our belief is that antiques are not just for collecting. They are pieces of art that should be used daily, so that everyone can appreciate the beauty of traditional workmanship.

Our collection includes antiques from various reliable sources in Asia, from private collectors and auctions. We personally select each piece. Most of our pieces are over 100 years old and have been selected for their practical day to day use. Each piece is imported and brought directly to Taupo. Our aim is to keep our prices as low as possible - so that you can enjoy many pieces.

7 Tongariro Street,
Taupo
Phone: (07) 378 5337
Fax: (07) 378 5337
Mobile: 025 992481
E-Mail: tauporodandtackle@hotmail.com
Website: www.tauporodandtackle.co.nz

Understanding that every fisherman has his own needs and preferences, Taupo Rod and Tackle aims to cater for every angler, from the novice to seasoned professional. To achieve this, a wide range of lures, flies (most of which are tied locally), rods, reels, lines and numerous other accessories are carried in store at very competitive prices.

Email: info@shirleys.co.nz
Phone: Local 378-0389
Free phone: New Zealand - 0800-SHOEPHone - 0800-74-63-74
Phone: International - 0064-7-378-0389
Fax: New Zealand - 07-378-0386
Fax: International - 0064-7-378-0386
Mail/Post: P. O. Box 681 - Taupo, New Zealand
Visit: 10 Horomatangi Street, Taupo

Shirley's Shoes was opened in Taupo in 1988. During the last fourteen years we have built up a shoe business that has become well known through out New Zealand. Taupo is a popular holiday destination for many New Zealanders who regularly visit Shirley's Shoes for our service, our style and our selection in shoes.

Tongariro Street, Taupo
Phone: +64-7-377 0303
Fax: +64-7-377 0303
Time: Open 7 days

A large range of gifts and souvenirs, tax-free for visitors who post overseas. Open 7 days, extended hours during summer. We stock T-shirts, a large range of children's apparel, New Zealand beer clothing, phone cards and postal service.