FRWaikato New Zealand
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What to do in Waikato
Back to top| Hamilton Gardens | 3 KM Hamilton |
| Explore an enchanting world of secret gardens. Transport yourself through time and to far-flung corners of the world. Meander through a lush tropical jungle, visit ancient China and indulge yourself in a Renaissance Prince's 16th century garden. Hamilton Gardens is a conceptual garden and is the Waikato's most visited tourist destination. | |
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| Riverlea Theatre & Arts Centre | 5 KM Hamilton |
| Riverlea Theatre has been a part of the theatre scene in Hamilton for over 30 years. In that time Riverlea has been home to hundreds of productions, and thousands of talented performers and technical staff. Our resident societies provide a variety of shows from comedy to musical theatre. Please check our website for details of current performances or phone the Theatre Manager on 0800 800 192 Tuesday to Friday 11am - 5pm. | |
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| Visit the Waikato Museum of Arts and History | 0.7 KM Hamilton |
| If you are especially interested in the Maori culture, do not miss the Waikato Museum of Arts and History. | |
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| Study English in New Zealand | 0.3 KM Hamilton |
| Located in a central city building, WIE is in the heart of Hamilton, just 1-2 minutes walk from both Hamilton Transport Centre and Hamilton City Centre with its many shops, restaurants, theatres and entertainment. A wide range of quality courses and programmes including General English at 6 levels (academic and general), IELTS Preparation, and English for High School Preparation. | |
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| Raglan Surf Lessons | 11.1 KM Kawhia |
| UP Surf Coaching based in Raglan is a Surf School that provides beginner and intermediate surf lessons and camps. | |
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| Nikau Glowworm Cave and bed & breakfast | 28.8 KM Raglan |
| In Waikaretu, 1 hour north of Raglan, 1.5 hours S.W. of Auckland, Nikau Cave is a 1 km long limestone cave with thousands of glowworms, wonderful formations and few people. On a sheep and cattle farm with extensive gardens. Guided tours take 1.5hrs. $35 per person. Bookings essential. Meals available on request. Private cabin accommodation and backpacker accommodation. | |
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| Canoe & Kayak the Whanganui River | 3.2 KM Taumarunui |
| Canoe & Kayak the Whanganui River 1-5 day river trips freedom Canoe hire and enjoy the amazingly breath taking scenery. All prices include Transportation to and from the river - canoe/kayak, lifejackets, dry barrels, light refreshments, whistle, photograph, Jet Boat Backup if needed. Freephone 0800 CANOE 4 U | |
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| Waitomo Caves glowworms organized tours | 9.6 KM Te Kuiti |
| A variety of full day bus tours departing from either Rotorua or Auckland are offered to include visiting the spectacular Waitomo glowworm caves. Thousands of native glowworms light up a boat ride through the limestone caverns underground. The scenic bus rides include combining other nearby attractions hotel pickup, onboard Wi-Fi and choices for pick and drop-off towns. | |
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| The Hobbit Shire movie set tours | 18.7 KM Tirau |
| Organized bus tours departing from Rotorua allow to visit the Hobbit movie set in nearby Matamata. Hobbiton, north of Tirau in the Waikato region, has guide tours of the Shire in Middle Earth where some of the filming for the Hobbit film trilogy was made. Hobbit holes and Green Dragon Inn can be visited in this picturesque farm land setting with sightseeing transport during the day from Rotorua. | |
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| Eco-cultural walk experiences in ancient forest | 25.1 KM Tokoroa |
| One day privately guided and three day walks amid ancient trees in the forested heart of the North Island. Walks led by the Tangata Whenua (original people of the land) in a superb temperate rainforest location close to the tourism centres of Rotorua and Taupo. All packages are all-inclusive and full catered, with professional guiding. | |
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Current and upcoming events in Waikato
Back to top| Hopetoun Brown | 1 KM Hamilton |
| "It's their pervading sense of fun together with a respect for antique jazz, blues, plantation work songs, doo wop and funk that gives Hopetoun Brown their edge" - Metro Magazine Hopetoun Brown and the genius of Finn Scholes return to the streets, ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: The Meteor - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 1 KM from Hamilton | |
| Organ Concert | 0.8 KM Hamilton |
| Join us for our Cathedral Light Party. Our three organists will be playing the following works: - Suite Gothique, Op. 25 Léon Boëllmann (1862-1897) - Boléro de Concert, Op. 166 Louis James Alfred Lefébure-Wély (1817-1869) - Toccata & ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: St Peter's Cathedral - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 0.8 KM from Hamilton | |
| The Shows Must Go On | 0.9 KM Hamilton |
| Dust off those musical theatre cobwebs and return to your seats to indulge in the magic of the very best songs from stage and screen. Showcasing an all-star cast of New Zealand voices from the international stage, this glittering concert of musical ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Clarence St Theatre - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 0.9 KM from Hamilton | |
| Hamilton Caledonian Society Pipe Band - Live in Concert | 2 KM Hamilton |
| Join the Hamilton Caledonian Pipe Band for a musical showcase. Experience the best of both traditional and modern pipe band music. With support from a talented array of singers, dancers and other instrumentalists, we plan to present to you a dynamic ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Southwell Performing Arts Centre - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 2 KM from Hamilton | |
| Virtuoso Brass with The National Band of New Zealand | 2.8 KM Hamilton |
| One of the finest brass bands in the world will showcase New Zealand's best brass and percussion players in a concert that will blow you away. Conducted by Music Director David Bremner (New Zealand Symphony Orchestra), the concert will have something ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 2.8 KM from Hamilton | |
| Fabulous 50's - Presented by Operatunity | 2.5 KM Hamilton |
| Buckle up, as our boys and band led by Bonnie and Karl take you on a wild ride through the fast, fun-filled and fabulous fifties! Featuring the freshest artists of the era, this show will bring back memories of our stunning all-male 60’s and ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Activate Church - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 2.5 KM from Hamilton | |
| Th' Dudes - Th' Bliss Tour | 1.2 KM Hamilton |
| Update: Th' Dudes - Th' Bliss Tour new dates announced. Details on the new show dates will be released in the coming weeks, but in the meantime ticket holders should hold on to their tickets as they will remain valid for the new shows. Kiwi ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Claudelands Arena - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 1.2 KM from Hamilton | |
| The ABBA Show | 7.9 KM Tirau |
| It's time to secure your seats to the ABBA show that everyone loves and adores! Direct from Australia, the world’s premier live ABBA tribute is back by popular demand after a sell-out mega NZ concert tour in 2018! Far from being ‘just another ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: The Plaza - Putaruru, South Waikato Distance: 7.9 KM from Tirau | |
| Floyd Live | 0.9 KM Hamilton |
| Pink Floyd is easily one of the most recognisable and enduring bands of all time. While no longer a touring entity, the timeless music of Pink Floyd continues to be passed down from one generation to the next. Floyd Live does what the name says - ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Clarence St Theatre - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 0.9 KM from Hamilton | |
| Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas | 2.5 KM Hamilton |
| Friends, family and holiday cheer, makes Christmas the most wonderful time of the year! Operatunity Daytime Concerts invites you to join them for seasonal songs and the magical music of Christmas. We present Christmas classics such as ‘O Holy ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Activate Church - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 2.5 KM from Hamilton | |
| The ABBA Show | 55 KM Tokoroa |
| It's time to secure your seats to the ABBA show that everyone loves and adores! Direct from Australia, the world’s premier live ABBA tribute is back by popular demand after a sell-out mega NZ concert tour in 2018! Far from being ‘just another ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Great Lake Centre - Taupo, Lake Taupo Distance: 55 KM from Tokoroa | |
| The ABBA Show | 1.2 KM Hamilton |
| It's time to secure your seats to the ABBA show that everyone loves and adores! Direct from Australia, the world’s premier live ABBA tribute is back by popular demand after a sell-out mega NZ concert tour in 2018! Far from being ‘just another ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Claudelands Arena - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 1.2 KM from Hamilton | |
| Mulligan's World Famous Quiz Night | 55.2 KM Tokoroa |
| If you are in Taupo on Tuesday - Do not miss this! The World famous Mulligan's Quiz Night in Taupo. Lots of fun. - Pub Quiz - Test you knowledge. - Fun games - Dance on the floor with DJ after quiz. - Food & Beverages on Special - Random ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Mulligans Bar - Taupo, Lake Taupo Distance: 55.2 KM from Tokoroa | |
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| Taupo Summer Concert | 54.6 KM Tokoroa |
| The team at Greenstone Entertainment are bringing life back into the live entertainment industry in the summer of 2021. After a record sell-out tour in 2020 attracting over 50,000 fans, we have a lineup of five fantastic acts for next year’s Summer ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Riverside Park & Unison Amphitheatre - Taupo, Lake Taupo Distance: 54.6 KM from Tokoroa | |
| Lunch Time Organ Concert - Sacred Solos | 20 KM Hamilton |
| I'm excited to announce that we're starting a free lunchtime organ concert series at St Andrew's Anglican Church in Cambridge, NZ. Please join us on the first Wednesday of every month from 12:10 pm-12:50 pm. Each month will have a different program. ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: St Andrews Anglican Church - Cambridge, Waipa Distance: 20 KM from Hamilton | |
| The Howard Morrison Quartet Take Two | 0.9 KM Hamilton |
| The Howard Morrison Quartet Take Two, featuring Howard Morrison Jnr, Russell Harrison, Chris Powley and Andre King, take to the road in October with a two hour show to celebrate and recreate the magic of the NZ entertainment phenomenon that was the ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Clarence St Theatre - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 0.9 KM from Hamilton | |
| SIX60 Saturdays | 1.4 KM Hamilton |
| Carrying on the latest summer tour craze SIX60 are playing across Aotearoa over six weekends in January and February 2021! This is set to be another groundbreaking tour for the multi-platinum selling band who recently sold over 130,000 tickets to ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Claudelands Park - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 1.4 KM from Hamilton | |
| Leaving Jackson - Johnny Cash & June Carter | 0.9 KM Hamilton |
| Take a step back in time to when country music told a true story of life, love and heartache. From the famous Walk The Line and Folsom Prison Blues to the iconic Ring of Fire. For more than 40 years Johnny Cash and June Carter enthralled audiences ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Clarence St Theatre - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 0.9 KM from Hamilton | |
| Leaving Jackson - The Johnny Cash and June Carter Show | 0.9 KM Hamilton |
| Fall into the ring of fire in this unforgettable music concert dedicated to the music, love and lives of Johnny Cash and June Carter. For more than 40 years Johnny Cash and June Carter enthralled audiences around the world with their songs of ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Clarence St Theatre - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 0.9 KM from Hamilton | |
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Camping and overnight campervan parking in Waikato
Back to top| Free Truck Stop Campervan Spot Tirua | 0.3 KM Tirau |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Shopping Free | |
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| Kawhia Forest Camp | 0.3 KM Kawhia |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry (Fees Apply) | |
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| Te Kuiti Waitomo Caves District | 0.4 KM Te Kuiti |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power (Fees Apply) | |
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| Tokoroa Motorcamp And Backpackers | 0.4 KM Tokoroa |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry (Fees Apply) | |
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| Raglan Holiday Park | 0.8 KM Raglan |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry (Fees Apply) | |
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| Tokoroa Memorial Park Mossop Rd | 1 KM Tokoroa |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets Free | |
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| Hamilton City Holiday Park | 1.8 KM Hamilton |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers (Fees Apply) | |
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| Te Kuiti Scenic Reserve | 3.7 KM Te Kuiti |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets Free | |
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| Mercer Waikato River Side | 4.4 KM Pokeno |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets Free | |
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| Taumaranui Camping Ground | 5 KM Taumarunui |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry (Fees Apply) | |
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| Okoroire Hotel Camp Sites | 5 KM Tirau |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Shopping (Fees Apply) | |
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| Raglan Te Uku Hall | 8.1 KM Raglan |
| Overnight campervan parking - No facilities Free | |
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| Oparau Road House | 9 KM Kawhia |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets Free | |
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| Waitomo Top Camp | 9.3 KM Te Kuiti |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry, Shopping (Fees Apply) | |
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| Horahora Domain Horahora Rd | 10 KM Tirau |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets Free | |
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| Ruapuke Motor Camp | 10.8 KM Raglan |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers (Fees Apply) | |
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| Kariori Park Lot | 11.4 KM Raglan |
| Overnight campervan parking - No facilities Free | |
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| Moana Roa Reserve Lake Karipiro Free Camping | 11.5 KM Tirau |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets (Fees Apply) | |
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| Karapiro Moana Roa Reserve | 11.6 KM Tirau |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets Free | |
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| Waitomo Lookout Free Over Night | 14.1 KM Te Kuiti |
| Overnight campervan parking - No facilities Free | |
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| Waingaro Hot Springs Camp Ground | 16.5 KM Raglan |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water (Fees Apply) | |
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| Mangakino Freedom Camping Area Lake Maraetai | 18.8 KM Tokoroa |
| Overnight campervan parking - No facilities Free | |
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| Truck Stop Park Over | 19.4 KM Pokeno |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets (Fees Apply) | |
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| Landing Road East Of Kihikihi | 19.8 KM Tokoroa |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets (Fees Apply) | |
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| Lake Karapiro Camp Ground | 19.9 KM Tirau |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers (Fees Apply) | |
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| Cambridge Kiwi Motor Park | 22 KM Hamilton |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry (Fees Apply) | |
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| Opal Hot Springs Holiday Park Near To Hobbiton | 22.2 KM Tirau |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry (Fees Apply) | |
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| Artiamuri Lake Boat Ramp | 23.4 KM Tokoroa |
| Overnight campervan parking - No facilities Free | |
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| Waiuku Township Awhitu Peninnsula Glenbrook | 25.6 KM Pokeno |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Shopping Free | |
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| Sandspit Motor Camp Waiuku | 26.1 KM Pokeno |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry (Fees Apply) | |
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| Marokopa Village Camp Ground And Store | 27.4 KM Kawhia |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers (Fees Apply) | |
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| Clarkes Beach Holiday Park Waiuku | 31.4 KM Pokeno |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry, Wi-Fi, Shopping (Fees Apply) | |
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| Port Waikato Holiday Park | 31.7 KM Pokeno |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry, Wi-Fi (Fees Apply) | |
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| Back Country Campsite | 44.9 KM Taumarunui |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power (Fees Apply) | |
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| Awakino River Bridge | 58.1 KM Te Kuiti |
| Overnight campervan parking - No facilities Free | |
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| Whitebait Inn Cabins And Motor Camp Mokau | 59.1 KM Taumarunui |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power (Fees Apply) | |
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| Seaview Holiday Park Mokau | 59.8 KM Taumarunui |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry (Fees Apply) | |
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