Keeping the young ones occupied for six weeks of school holidays can be a daunting task, but in Rotorua there are a few different options.
The Rotorua Aquatic Centre in Kuirau Park is a low-cost option for keeping children active. A single child's session at the pools costs $2.20 and
there are also concession cards available for up to 60 swims.. As the centre is open each day from 6am to 9pm, a visit to the pools can take up a large portion of the day.
Parents can relax while their children play at Playtopia Playland and Cafe. Entry costs are different for each age group, but no child costs more than $10 and adults are free. The playland also has school holiday programmes available at prices similar to a daycare centre and a limited number of drop-off sessions during the day at varying prices for a range of time limits. Playtopia is open every day from 10am to 6pm at 2 Ti St.
For up to $35 a day, MIGS Gym on Te Ngae Rd will entertain children with a range of activities, from walking to the Lakefront for a picnic lunch and some baking lessons to fun on the trampolines and movie sessions. All programmes are fully supervised and are suitable for children aged 5 to 12.
The Rotorua Museum is holding daily children's holiday sessions throughout January with a focus on wearable art, to support the Off The Wall: World Of Wearable Art Up Close exhibition on show at the museum. The sessions all range in prices and are held at different times, but they don't cost more than $20. Sessions include customising canvas shoes, helmets and T-shirts. Contact the museum for more details.
