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The Strand is Tauranga's vibrant waterfront reserve in the heart of the CBD, offering a scenic setting for families, workers and visitors alike.

The Lakes Walkways form a network of paths through a residential development in Tauranga built around man-made parks and lakes.

Ōtūmoetai Foreshore and Matua Saltmarsh Walkways form a popular network of paths along the peninsula in Tauranga, linking reserves, parks and the 21-hectare Papahenga coastal...

Ohauiti Reserve Walkway offers a peaceful escape through bush, flood plains and open grasslands in a semi-rural suburb of Tauranga.

Gordon Carmichael Reserve is a 60-hectare stormwater reserve in Tauranga that provides excellent walking and cycling links between the suburbs of Bethlehem and Brookfield.

Ōtanewainuku Forest offers visitors a rare chance to explore virgin, unlogged native forest just south of Tauranga.

Kōpūrererua Valley Reserve is Tauranga’s only inner-city reserve and one of the city’s largest at 364 hectares.

Tauranga City Libraries provide free access to books, digital resources, computers, heritage collections and community events across multiple branches in Tauranga.

Explore Toi Tauranga Art Gallery Tucked into the lively Te Manawataki o Te Papa civic precinct on Willow Street, Toi Tauranga Art Gallery—welcomes art enthusiasts and curious explorers alike. This beloved institution, a cornerstone of Bay of Plenty creativity, burst back onto the scene on 15 November 2025 after an inspiring two-year glow-up. A $9 […]

Tauranga provides diverse fishing opportunities across its harbour, beaches, rivers and offshore reefs in the Bay of Plenty.

Minden Lookout is a popular scenic viewpoint in Te Puna, offering panoramic views across Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty coastline.

Kulim Park is a popular north-facing waterfront reserve in Ōtūmoetai, Tauranga, offering harbour views across to Matakana Island, Rangiwaea and Mauao.