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Lake Taupo New Zealand,
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Nightlife

funky bars and quirky food 

The Lake Taupo region is full of funky bars. Choose an Irish bar or an English pub in the heart of Taupo that serves local, english and irish beer, and has a pub grub menu to choose from. There is a sports bar, an upmarket lounge bar and a trendy boutique bar that will have resonably priced food and drink. There is a nightclub where you can boogie the night away to live music with a huge mass dancing to the beat. Its a fun town so sample the beat and the rhythm.

The hostels have bars and sometimes food, where you can meet backpackers before you go to town to experience a fun night in the bars and clubs with the locals or other tourists.

The Shed

The Shed

Geared up for a great time

A place for young  & old to gather for drinks, to dine, to watch sports, play pool, or dance the night away. The interior - contemporary & classy, but has the old flavour & features of a classic kiwi meeting place & watering hole.

Free things to do

Taupo Sunset

Plenty of fresh ideas

From the famous Huka Falls to some beautiful scenic bushwalking the Lake Taupo region has plenty to do that doesn't cost you anything but time.

Scenic Highlights

Huka Falls

World Class natural assets

Hand on heart, the Lake Taupo region is simply stunningly beautiful. Don't just take our word for it though check out our scenic highlights.

The Shed

The Shed is the most popular Tui Clubrooms in New Zealand, located in the Taupo’s central business district and one block away from the edges of Lake Taupo. It is a great place where young and old can gather.

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+64 7 376 5393
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+64 7 376 5394
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info@theshedbar.co.nz
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www.theshedbar.co.nz

Kazbar

One of the many bars situated along Tuwharetoa St, Kazbar is very much the sports bar!

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+64 7 378 8542

Mulligan's Public House

Mulligans is a favourite haunt of fun loving locals as well as lots of travellers. Good food and great music.

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+64 7 3769100
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+64 7 3769100

19th Hole Bar

The 19th Hole Bar offers a casual atmosphere, perfect for an after dinner cognac while you're challenging yourself to a friendly game of snooker in the Billiards Room.

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+64 7 674 8041
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+64 7 374 8485
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food.beverage@wairakei.co.nz
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wairakei.co.nz

The Clubhouse

Upstairs for a view of the lake and mountains while you eat or drink either on their veranda or inside the restaurant.

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+64 7 378 2534

Pitch

Pitch is a great bar with inside and outside seating. Food also available.

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+64 7 378 3552

Finn MacCuhal's Irish Pub

A great place for a Guinness, traditional pub fare, music ranging from contemporary Irish to the latest hits. Open fire or huge decks outside. - open 7 days , 9.30am - late

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+64 7 378 6165
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www.finns.co.nz

Holy Cow!

HOLY COW! A nightclub that is a party every night of the week. Dance on the tables, meet travellers from all over the world, have a great time and dance to great music.

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+64 7 378 0040
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378 0048
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louis@holycow.co.nz

The Lucky Lizard Casino

A locals bar in the Richmond Heights area. Seating inside or outside.

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+64 7 377 1977

S.O.B Restaurant & Bar

Mexican restaurant with great food and service. Casual and friendly - one can even throw the peanuts on the floor. Private room available for up to 20.

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+64 7 377 0646