Te Rapa Travel Guide
Hamilton
Popular places to visit
Hamilton Gardens
From the peaceful Japanese Zen Garden to the explosion of color in the Indian Char Bagh Garden, anyone who loves nature will enjoy this man-made paradise.
Hamilton Central Business District
Hamilton Central Business District is just one of the places to see in Hamilton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in the area.
SkyCity Hamilton
Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Hamilton during your visit to Hamilton? Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.
University of Waikato
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Waikato during your travels in Hamilton. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
Waikato Hospital
If Waikato Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton.
FMG Stadium Waikato
Catch an event at FMG Stadium Waikato during your trip to Hamilton. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.
Things to do
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Cambridge Waikato New Zealand: Tour -45 Min Extreme Jet Boat
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Full-Day Rainforest Getaway in Northland
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Top hotels in Te Rapa
Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre
It was good
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Great stay.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Friendly front counter staff, clean room. Very small bathroom.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
VR Hamilton
Clean and tidy but hotel is very tired
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
The Clements Hotel
Lovely hotel, beautiful throughout, especially our room and the restaurant. Very friendly, helpful staff.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Quest on London
Had a great washer and dryer
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Te Rapa
Beerescourt
While Beerescourt isn't home to many top sights, Waterworld and FMG Stadium Waikato are some notable places to visit nearby.
Rototuna
Though Rototuna may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like FMG Stadium Waikato and Hamilton Centre Place.
Whitiora
When in Whitiora, you can plan a visit to FMG Stadium Waikato and Seddon Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Flagstaff
While there might not be top attractions in Flagstaff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hamilton Zoo and FMG Stadium Waikato.
Fairfield
Fairfield might not have many top sights, but Claudelands Park and Globox Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Frankton
While visiting Frankton, you might make a stop by sights like Seddon Park and FMG Stadium Waikato.
