Hamilton "its just over one hour to drive to either the East Coast or the West Coast beaches.
Visit Waitomo Caves. Bridal Veil falls Raglan Area, Kairangahake Gorge. Waihi.
Walk or cycle the Hamilton River trails. Visit Te Waihou Blue Water Springs. Hamilton Gardens of 58hectares have been voted best international gardens for the year 2014. Film Location for the Lord of the Rings located 30min away at Matamata Town.

shopping, Cafes, Casino, Swimming pools, Playgrounds, Bus Station,. Rail Station.
Waikato wonders
Easily accessible from Auckland, the Waikato region is rich in picturesque scenery and laid-back charm. With a diverse range of activities on offer, it’s a great place to explore.
Here you can explore the Hamilton Gardens with its stunning collection of beautifully landscaped gardens, and the magnificent Waikato Museum There are also cruises on the Waikato River,
Hamilton is also an ideal base for exploring the surrounding region. In less than an hour’s drive you can visit Te Aroha with its thermal and mineral springs, the mainland ecological ‘island’ of Maungatautari, or Matamata to visit our own Hobbiton. Or, in just over an hour you can be underground at the Waitomo Caves, surrounded by twinkling glowworms, amazing limestone formations and dark waterways.