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.
Waikato Hospital
If Waikato Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton.
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.
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
Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Cambridge: Waikato River 45-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride
Full-Day Rainforest Getaway in Northland
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Top hotels in Te Rapa
Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
VR Hamilton
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Microtel Lodge
Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Te Rapa
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.
Forest Lake
While there might not be top attractions in Forest Lake, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Waterworld and FMG Stadium Waikato.
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.
Whitiora
When in Whitiora, you can plan a visit to FMG Stadium Waikato and Hamilton Centre Place, 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 Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
