Roadside Attractions in Bay Of Plenty
3 stops across 2 towns in Bay Of Plenty — the oversized, the handmade and the barely-signposted.
Worth the detour in Bay Of Plenty
Te Puke Giant Kiwifruit
Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty
Standing proudly as a tribute to the agricultural capital of New Zealand, this enormous corrugated fiberglass fruit celebrates the region's booming kiwifruit industry. Visitors can climb inside the hollow structure for a unique photo opportunity and browse the surrounding orchard shop for local treats. It is a classic example of New Zealand's famous penchant for oversized roadside landmarks.
Buried Village of Te Wairoa
Rotorua, Bay Of Plenty
Step back in time to New Zealand's own Pompeii at the Buried Village of Te Wairoa, where the devastating 1886 eruption of Mount Tarawera entombed a thriving Maori and European settlement. Visitors can wander through excavated historic ruins, explore the award-winning museum detailing the stories of survival and loss, and follow a scenic walking trail down to the stunning Te Wairoa Waterfall. It is a hauntingly peaceful site that powerfully captures a pivotal moment in New Zealand history.
The Giant Kiwifruit
Te Puke, Bay Of Plenty
Standing proudly in the self-proclaimed kiwifruit capital of the world, this massive fiberglass sculpture celebrates the region's agricultural claim to fame. Visitors can stop by for a classic roadside photo op next to the oversized fruit that pays homage to the local kiwifruit industry.
Browse by town in Bay Of Plenty
The busiest town here is Te Puke (2). Every listing has photos, opening hours, admission and directions, and the directory grows whenever somebody searches for a stop that isn't in it yet.