Rotorua International Stadium

Rotorua International Stadium

Rotorua International Stadium is located in the suburbs of Rotorua in the Bay of Plenty region and was established in 1911. It is the world’s only rugby stadium situated in a steaming geothermal area, hosting rugby matches organized by the Rugby Football Union and the Rugby League. Since being built in 1911, it has undergone several renovations and now has a capacity of 34,000 spectators. However, in 1977, when the British Lions played against the Bay of Plenty team, over 39,000 fans gathered, setting the stadium’s attendance record. As one of New Zealand’s largest sports venues by capacity, the Bay of Plenty Rugby Football Union is based here, and three matches of the 2011 Rugby World Cup were held at this stadium. Aside from rugby games, it also hosts major concerts and music festivals.

The stadium is surrounded by bubbling mud pools, warm hot springs, and chirping geysers. It was built in this location due to the health-enhancing properties of the thermal waters, which help relieve rugby players’ fatigue and refresh them both physically and mentally for training and competition.

Rotorua International Stadium

Must-visit reason: The world’s only rugby stadium located in a geothermal area

Continent where the attraction is located: Oceania

Country/Region where the attraction is located: New Zealand

Province/State where the attraction is located: Bay of Plenty Region

City where the attraction is located: Rotorua