The Government Gardens, located in Queens Drive, is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of Rotorua and is only minutes' walk from the central inner city. Plentiful seating gives you the opportunity to take in the views of this historic site.
Park facilities and activities
- Te Rūnanga Tearooms
- Band Rotunda
- Rotorua Museum of Art and History Te Whare Taonga o Te Arawa (closed for earthquake strengthening)
- Rotorua Energy Events Centre
- Blue Baths (closed)
- The Arts Village
- Ball Busters Golf & Baseball
- Rotorua Bowling Club
- Polynesian Spa
- Gardener's Cottage
- Klamath Falls Rose Gardens
- Children's playground.
Treasure this place – take your rubbish with you.
There is no camping or overnight parking allowed in Government Gardens, however there is a dedicated overnight parking area opposite Polynesian Spa on Hinemoa Street.