Hamilton
Things to do in Kirikiriroa | Hamilton
When attending the conference in Kirikiriroa | Hamilton, why not stay over the weekend, and enjoy what the city and region has to offer!
check out specials, discounts and hot deals below Victoria on the River
With coffee shops nearby and just off the main street of Hamilton City, the amphitheatre-style Victoria on the River is a pleasing place to simply sit and watch the swirling Waikato River go by. Park of Hamilton’s central city transformation, Victoria on the River has a green and organic feel thanks to thousands of plants that blend with other native foliage along the riverbank.
The Riverbank Lane
Located in the heart of Hamilton is The Riverbank Lane, an eclectic bustling community of retail boutiques tempting with fashion and homewares, a hair salon and a barber, eateries, one of the best second hand bookstores around, an art gallery, and a co-working office and meeting space.
Hamilton Gardens
Voted TripAdvisors Best of the Best for 2023. One of the Waikato region’s most visited attractions.
Hamilton Gardens is a world tour of garden design with each individual garden in the 25-plus collection telling its own story and offering insights into different civilisations ranging from Indian, Japanese, Chinese and Egyptian, to Italian, English and Māori.
Zealong Tea Estate
Zealong is the only commercial tea estate in NZ producing 100% organic award winning tea.
Hamilton Zoo
Hamilton Zoo is home to 400+ animals including Sumatran tigers, cheetahs, chimpanzees and white rhinos, as well as reptiles – geckos, skinks, turtles, tortoises, and the native New Zealand tuatara and the rare, protected Hochstetter’s frog. With the largest walk-through aviary in New Zealand, Hamilton Zoo is where to get up close to native birds like keas and kakas, as well as the brightly plumed exotics.
Made Market and Mezzanine
The doors are open at Hamilton’s newest urban precinct, Made - Home to a diverse hub of bustling retailers, foodies, creators and artisan vendors.
Enjoy a bite to eat, indulge in a sweet treat, pick up a coffee or restock the pantry. Check out the latest seasonal finds on the mezzanine or simply wander and discover the hidden gems of Made.
All things food
Check out some of the best cafés and dining options in Kirikiriroa | Hamilton
Walking and cycling
Hamilton Lake Domain
Wide open spaces ribboned with walkways makes Hamilton Lake Domain a go-to for anyone looking for a scenic location for a little fresh air. The 100ha domain is close to the central city, and has a range of other amenities including picnic tables and a destination playground.
Waikato River Walk
The walking and cycling track along both sides of the river offers scenic views of water, parkland, picnic spots, and city life. There are access points at many of the no exit roads and streets that end at the river and at each of the six road bridges linking the western and eastern sides of the city – look out for the graceful arches of Fairfield Bridge, constructed in the 1930s.
Taitua Arboretum
On the outskirts of Hamilton City, the arboretum is the legacy of farmers John and Bunny Mortimer who had a life-long passion for growing native and exotic trees and shrubs on their land. Today the arboretum is 20 ha of mature trees, lakes and woodland gardens with meandering paths, plentiful birdlife and some great views.
Hamilton Mountain Bike Park
Also known as Pukete Mountain Bike Park, this is where there is a variety of tracks ensuring there are experiences suited to both beginners and families, as well as more advanced riders. All ages and skills are also catered for in regular race series and there are rider development opportunities too for anyone wanting to develop skills.
Te Awa River Ride
One of New Zealand’s Great Rides, the Te Awa River Ride follows the mighty Waikato awa between Ngāruawāhia in the north to Lake Karapiro in the south. The ride also includes shared cycling/walking sections.
