The North Island of New Zealand is warm, with scenery ranging from sandy beaches, through rolling farmland to active volcanic peaks. Although it is smaller than the South Island, it is more populous, with half of the New Zealand population living north of Lake Taupo, in the middle of the island. .tb_button {padding:1px;cursor:pointer;border-right: 1px solid #8b8b8b;border-left: 1px solid #FFF;border-bottom: 1px solid #fff;}.tb_button.hover {borer:2px outset #def; background-color: #f8f8f8 !important;}.ws_toolbar {z-index:100000} .ws_toolbar .ws_tb_btn {cursor:pointer;border:1px solid #555;padding:3px} .tb_highlight{background-color:yellow} .tb_hide {visibility:hidden} .ws_toolbar img {padding:2px;margin:0px}
North Island Travel Guide
Top Destinations in North Island
![Auckland, New Zealand](http://cdn.yourholiday.me/static/dynimg/destination/34/200x100/3602133-3602132_adobestock_184231904.jpg)
Auckland, New Zealand
Auckland, the City of Sails, unfurls a mesmerizing tapestry of Māori culture, volcanic landscapes, and cosmopolitan charm. Wander along the picturesque ... more
![Rotorua, New Zealand](http://cdn.yourholiday.me/static/dynimg/destination/85/200x100/3603184-3603183_adobestock_150015826.jpg)
Rotorua, New Zealand
Immerse yourself in Rotorua's geothermal wonders, where steam rises from the earth and traditional Māori culture thrives. Stroll through the vibrant city centre... more
![Taupo (town), New Zealand](http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/06/Lake_Taupo_and_Waikato_River_aerial_view.jpg/640px-Lake_Taupo_and_Waikato_River_aerial_view.jpg)
Taupo (town), New Zealand
Taupo (/ˈtoʊpɔː/, commonly pronounced /ˈtaʊpoʊ/[2]) is a town on the shore of Lake Taupo in the centre of the North Island ofNew Zealand. It is the seat of ... more