hamilton nz visitor guide
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Gateway to the central North Island, Hamilton, or Kirikiriroa in Maori, is NZ’s largest inland city, situated on the banks of the superb Waikato River. Young and agile, smart and innovative, the city’s warm and welcoming spirit, rich history and contrasting splendours, ensure many a visitor is spoilt for choice for places to relax, enjoy and do business.
From magnificent parks and gardens to a thriving cultural precinct, the city offers a vibrant combination of fine dining and nightlife options as well as an eclectic mix of leisure, lifestyle and activity choices.
We hope you enjoy all our city has to offer!
Haere Mai.
Welcometo Hamilton.
Lifestyle
CASABELLA LANE
European style laneway with diverse boutiques and cafes. A. 301 Casabella Lane,off Barton St, Hamilton CBD
CENTRE PLACE
Shopping mall. A. 501 Victoria St, Hamilton CBDP. +64 7 839 8563 www.centreplace.co.nz
WESTFIELD CHARTWELL
Shopping mall. A. Cnr Hukanui & Comries Rds, Chartwell, HamiltonP. +64 7 853 0507 www.westfield.co.nz/chartwell
THE BASE
Shopping mall.A. Cnr Te Rapa Rd/Avalon Drive, Hamilton P. + 64 7 847 9450www.the-base.co.nz
TE AWA @ THE BASE
Shopping mall. A. Cnr Te Rapa Rd/Avalon Drive, HamiltonP. +64 7 847 9450www.te-awa.co.nz
DRESS-SMART OUTLET SHOPPING A. The Base, Te Rapa, Hamilton P. +64 7 849 7113 www.dress-smart.co.nz
A cosmopolitan mix of boutiques, high end fashion stores and key shopping centres located in the CBD and beyond are sure to serve up some serious retail therapy!
Whether you want to immerse yourself in the city’s unique coffee culture, dine out in style, catch a show or enjoy the craft brewery and pub fare scene, you’ll never be short of inspiration in Hamilton.
www.visithamilton.co.nz
Dining/Nightlife
HAMILTON GARDENS
Explore the Waikato Region’s most popular visitor attraction! The many stunning Garden Collections include Te Parapara - New Zealand’s first traditional Maori garden. Picnic with the family or catch one of the many exciting events staged here each year!
ON SITE: Guided tours available by appointment, wheelchair, mobility scooter, push chair hire, disability parking and access, public toilets. Hamilton Gardens Café. Conference, wedding and function opportunities.
TRADING: Open daily from 7.30am
A. State Highway 1, Cobham Drive, Hamilton P. + 64 7 838 6782 E. [email protected] W. www.hamiltongardens.co.nz BUS 29 (Lake & Gardens)
Attractions
PLAN A VISIT
WAIKATO MUSEUM TE WHARE TAONGA O WAIKATO On the banks of the Waikato River, in the heart of Hamilton’s cultural precinct, Waikato Museum’s galleries tell the stories of our culture, history, science and visual arts. Also on site, Planet Warriors and Excsite offer interactive science fun for children of all ages.
ON SITE: Guided tours available by appointment, disability access, wheelchair, mobility scooter, push chair hire, disability parking and access, public toilets. Function and event opportunities.
TRADING: Open daily 10am-4.30pm. Closed Christmas Day.
A. 1 Grantham St, Hamilton P. + 64 7 838 6606 E. [email protected] W. www.waikatomuseum.co.nz BUS 51 (CBD Free Shuttle)
PLAN A VISIT
HAMILTON ZOO Set in 25 hectares of tranquil surroundings and home to over 600 native and exotic species, come and enjoy the wonders of the living world in a wildlife sanctuary renowned for its generous habitats and sympathetic approach to conservation.
ON SITE: Behind the scenes up close and personal animal encounters, café, BBQ and picnic areas, souvenir shop, playground, mobility scooter and push chair hire, disability parking and access, public toilets, baby changing facilities. Function and event opportunities.
TRADING: Open daily 9am-5pm (last admissions 3.30pm). Closed Christmas Day.
A. 183 Brymer Rd, Hamilton P. +64 7 838 6720E. [email protected] W. www.hamiltonzoo.co.nz BUS 3 (Dinsdale)
PLAN A VISIT
ARTSPOST GALLERIES & SHOPShowcasing the best in local art, ArtsPost’s three galleries display an exciting exhibition programme, while the retail shop features a variety of beautiful and uniquely New Zealand art pieces.
ON SITE: Disability access and parking nearby, public toilets.Function and event opportunities.
TRADING: Open daily 10am – 4.30pm. Closed Christmas Day.
A. 120 Victoria St, Hamilton (next to Waikato Museum) P. + 64 7 838 6928 E. [email protected]. www.waikatomuseum.co.nz BUS 51 (CBD Free Shuttle)
PLAN A VISIT
WATERWORLDPython, Twister and Screamer hydroslides, Splashpad, indoor/outdoor pools, hydrotherapy pool, a world of activities at your feet!
ON SITE: Olympic size swimming and diving pools, hydrotherapy pool, 25-metre pool for children, lockers, warm showers, public toilets, disability parking and access, outdoor children’s playground, BBQ’s for hire, picnic area, café. Club Aqua gym, spa, sauna. Function and event opportunities.TRADING: Open daily. Closed Christmas Day and Good Friday.
A. Garnett Avenue, Hamilton P. + 64 7 958 5860 E. [email protected] BUS 18 (Te Rapa)W. www.hamiltonpools.co.nz
PLAN A VISIT
Recreation
WALKWAYS/CYCLEWAYSOne of New Zealand’s greenest cities, Hamilton presents visitors with a number of picturesque public parks and open spaces. The city is criss-crossed by several gully networks, has a popular domain surrounding Lake Rotoroa, and walking and cycling tracks run alongside the Waikato River, Hamilton’s defining natural and geographical feature.
INFORMATION/MAPS: www.visithamilton.co.nz
TAITUA ARBORETUM Just minutes from the city, experience this splendid collection of mature trees, lakes and woodland gardens, linked by a network of walking tracks and bridges. Great views and spectacular wildlife make this a must see!
ON SITE: Picnic areas, disability parking and access, public toilets. Function and event opportunities.
A. Taitua Rd, Whatawhata,Hamilton/SH23 west from Hamilton
P. +64 7 847 5847 W. www.hamilton.co.nz/taituaarboretum
HAMILTON LAKE DOMAINOne of Hamilton’s premiere destination parks is right in the heart of the city! Outlined by Lake Rotoroa, enjoy a stroll around the 3.8km scenic path, relax in the picnic area, enjoy the playground or simply choose a bench and take in the breathtaking scenery.
ON SITE: Picnic areas, disability parking and access, public toilets, The Verandah café. Function and event opportunities.
A. Ruakiwi and Lake Rd W. www.hamilton.co.nz/parksBUS 29 (Lake & Gardens)
KIWI BALLOON COMPANYUp, up and away! Floating on the breeze of the earth, see Hamilton and the Waikato from above through a hot air balloon experience that will take your breath away!
P. +64 7 843 8538 M. 021 912 679 E. [email protected]. www.kiwiballooncompany.co.nz
P. 0800 1EXPLORER 0800 139 756E. [email protected]. www.waikatoexplorer.co.nz
WAIKATO RIVER EXPLORERExperience the beauty of the Waikato River and travel through the heart of Hamilton on the Waikato River Explorer.
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You can now enjoy free WIFI in Garden Place, (Hood St and Victoria St (between Garden Place and Hood St) and, at the Hamilton Transport Centre, Anglesea St, Hamilton. Just choose the hamiltonline network on your device.
FREE WIFI
CAPTAIN HAMILTONCivic Square, CBD (opposite Garden Place)
RIFF RAFFVictoria St, Hamilton.
Scan the QR code above with your mobile device to connect to our Hamilton app.
i-SITE: Call us on 0800 Hamilton or visit us, Cnr Caro & Alexandra Sts, Garden Place, Hamilton