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Hamilton and Waikato

  • Hakarimata Summit Track, Hakarimata Scenic Reserve

    Top walking trails

  • Bag End, Hobbiton Movie Set, Matamata, NZ

    Experience the real Middle-earth

  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves, NZ

    Discover Waitomo Glowworm Caves

  • Explore the Lost World Cave

Welcome to the Waikato region

A geographically and culturally diverse region, the Waikato has a range of activities and attractions to suit all ages and tastes – from our vibrant city hub of Hamilton to the rugged west coast, underground wonders and middle-earth movie magic.

Lavender fields & gift shops

Enchantment and love, serenity and calmness – that’s what lavender is all about with perfumed fields waiting to be admired in many parts of the Waikato.
Marokopa Falls, Waitomo

Waikato Waterfalls

From short tracks that provide stunning waterfalls, to hikes, there is a perfect destination for all waterfall lovers in the Waikato.
Free Attractions in Waikato, Hamilton Gardens

Summer in the Waikato

From middle-earth movie and underground wonders to epic cycle trails and the rugged west coast discover the magic of the Mighty Waikato!

Walking Trails

From casual strolls along the river to overnight bush excursions and winding mountain tracks the Hamilton & Waikato region has a variety of great walking trails to suit everyone.

2022 Waikato Regional Visitor Guide

Find regional information, accommodation, transport and activity listings, plus a regional map and more in the Hamilton & Waikato Official Regional Visitor Guide.

COVID-19 - Important Information

These are unprecedented times for our visitor sector. Our region has been significantly impacted across all areas – international visitor arrivals, corporate business events and travel, major events and all businesses who serve the visitor economy (hospitality, accommodation, retail, transport, venues and tourism operators).
02 Apr

Middle-earth Halfling Marathon

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