Top 10 places to visit in New Zealand I moved to New Zealand back when I was seven years old, and as I grew up, I wanted to find some fantastic places to visit. I found the ten best places to visit in New Zealand. This list will contain five places in the south island of New Zealand and five of the north island. North Island 1- Matamata All my hobbit fans will definitely want to check out Matamata, where the shire lays. But for all my non-hobbit fans, there is still a lot to do in Matamata, from the Wairere falls to the opal hot springs. 2- Pouakai If you love long walks, The pouakai range is for you, but even if you don’t want to go on a walk, there is still a lot of sightseeing to do. 3-Waiheke Island From beautiful beaches to wine tours Waiheke island has something for everyone. 4-Rotorua From the hot springs to the Maori culture, Rotorua is a must-go destination. 5-Coromandel The coromandel has such a vibrant history that it’s no wonder most people rave about going to t