Things to do in Waikato
Most popular experiences in Waikato
Air, helicopter & balloon tours
See all 13 activitiesOpens in new tabEruption Trail Tour With Natural Hot Pool Bathing
History & culture
See all 66 activitiesOpens in new tabSmall-Group Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Water activities
See all 37 activitiesOpens in new tabLake Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings 10.30 AM 1.5-Hour Cruise
Private & custom tours
See all 45 activitiesOpens in new tabAuckland to Rotorua Private Tour
Attractions
See all 10 activitiesOpens in new tabEscape Room Experience Taupo - The Candy Cottage
Popular places to visit
Hobbiton Movie Set
Enjoy a trip to Hobbiton Movie Set, a well-known attraction in Matamata. Discover the area's hot springs and cafes.
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Waitomo Glowworm Caves during your travels in Waitomo Caves. While in this quaint area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Coromandel Peninsula
Sunbathe on golden sandy beaches, hike through beautiful native forests and stay in many attractive small towns when visiting this peninsula.
Cathedral Cove
Enter the white sand beach through a natural rock archway, the perfect frame for your photos of the rocky islands and clear waters of this marine reserve.
Huka Falls
Whether viewing from a boat, bridge or the riverbank, this set of waterfalls is a spectacular sight as a huge body of water surges forward and downward.
Lake Karapiro
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Karapiro during your travels in Hamilton. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Hamilton Gardens
From the peaceful Japanese Zen Garden to the explosion of colour in the Indian Char Bagh Garden, anyone who loves nature will enjoy this man-made paradise.
Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa
Soak in these mineral-infused hot springs to truly immerse yourself in the Māori traditions and incredible scenery of the Taupo region.
Hot Water Beach
Dig your own pool in the warm sand and soak in the waters of a natural hot springs when you visit one of New Zealand’s most beautiful beaches.
Areas of Waikato
Hamilton Central
While visiting Hamilton Central, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton.
Acacia Bay
Lake views and restaurants are notable features of Acacia Bay. You might consider stopping by Lake Taupo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Hilltop
While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupo Hot Springs and Lake Taupo.
Hamilton East
While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Two Mile Bay
While Two Mile Bay may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taupo Hot Springs and Maori Carvings.
Wharewaka
While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupo and The Landing Lake Taupo.
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