Te Rapa Travel Guide

Hamilton

Aerial panoramic view looking West to the Fairfield Bridge over the Waikato River in Hamilton, New Zealand.
Aerial panoramic view looking West to the Fairfield Bridge over the Waikato River in Hamilton, New Zealand.

Popular places to visit

Hamilton Gardens showing a bridge and a pond as well as a small group of people

Hamilton Gardens

5/5(10 reviews)

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 Gardens
the closeup image of auckland new zealand temple. A temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Hamilton New Zealand LDS Temple

Find out about the history of Hamilton when you take a trip to Hamilton New Zealand LDS Temple. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

Hamilton New Zealand LDS Temple
I would not usually consider a garden a must-see experience, but I am really glad a local told us to visit Hamilton Gardens. The experience of wandering through a maze of hedges that open into perfectly cultivated gardens plucked complete from other countries and other eras was quite possibly the closest I will ever come to feeling like Alice in Wonderland come to life. You never know what magical sight waits around the next bend in the path.

Hamilton Central Business District

4/5(2 reviews)

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.

Hamilton Central Business District

University of Waikato

3/5(1 review)

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.

University of Waikato

SkyCity Hamilton

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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.

SkyCity Hamilton

Waikato Hospital

3/5(1 review)

If Waikato Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton.

Waikato Hospital

Things to do

Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

Rp1.417.169
per adult
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Cambridge: Waikato River 45-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride

Cambridge Waikato New Zealand: Tour -45 Min Extreme Jet Boat

Rp1.417.169
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cambridge Waikato New Zealand: Tour -45 Min Extreme Jet Boat
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

Rp1.436.450
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Forest of Ruru in the morning

Full-Day Rainforest Getaway in Northland

Rp1.507.983
per adult
Full-Day Rainforest Getaway in Northland
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

Rp4.920.253
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour

Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour

Rp1.436.450
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
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Top hotels in Te Rapa

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre

3.5 out of 5
100 Garnett Ave Te Rapa Hamilton
The price is Rp1.762.957 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
Rp1.762.957
Rp2.027.401 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (560 reviews)
Breakfast was good

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
16 Thackeray Street Hamilton
The price is Rp1.328.128 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
Rp1.328.128
Rp1.527.347 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions ArtsPost and Waikato Museum of Art and History are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (810 reviews)
Clean room. Great value for money.

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

3.5 out of 5
287 Victoria Street Hamilton
The price is Rp1.413.848 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
Rp1.413.848
Rp1.625.925 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
Great stay overall, good location, lovely breakfast. Car parking limited and tight spots but ok.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

3 out of 5
86 Ulster Street Hamilton Waikato
The price is Rp1.372.372 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp1.372.372
Rp1.578.259 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
Very good

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre

Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre

4.5 out of 5
36 Liverpool Street Hamilton
The price is Rp928.193 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
Rp928.193
Rp1.067.422 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Founders Theatre and FMG Stadium Waikato are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (447 reviews)
Room was immaculate

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre
VR Hamilton

VR Hamilton

4 out of 5
237 Victoria Street Hamilton
The price is Rp769.531 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
Rp769.531
Rp884.961 total
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
6.6/10 (1,000 reviews)
The hotel met my needs.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

VR Hamilton
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Other neighbourhoods around Te Rapa

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Saint Andrews

While Saint Andrews may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Waterworld and FMG Stadium Waikato.

Saint Andrews
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Beerescourt

While Beerescourt isn't home to many top sights, Waterworld and FMG Stadium Waikato are some notable places to visit nearby.

Beerescourt
Aerial drone panoramic view looking at Whitiora Bridge over the Waikato River as it cuts through the city of Hamilton, in the Waikato region of New Zealand

Whitiora

When in Whitiora, you can plan a visit to FMG Stadium Waikato and Hamilton Centre Place, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Whitiora
Te Parapara the traditional Maori garden in Hamilton gardens an iconic garden in Hamilton, New Zealand.

Rototuna

Though Rototuna may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like FMG Stadium Waikato and Globox Arena.

Rototuna
Aerial view of the Waikato River looking North towards Flagstaff in Hamilton, New Zealand

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.

Flagstaff
Seamless 360 degree aerial drone panoramic view over the city of Hamilton, captured over the Waikato River in Fairfield, in the Waikato region of New Zealand.

Fairfield

Fairfield might not have many top sights, but Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fairfield

Te Rapa Travel Guide