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Welcome to the Mighty Waikato
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Experience the real Middle-earth
If the Shire is at the heart of Middle-earth, then the Waikato is at the heart of the Shire.
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Top walking trails
From casual strolls along the river to overnight bush excursions and winding mountain tracks, the Waikato region has a variety of great walking trails to suit everyone.
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Underground Wonders
Weirdly wonderful, an underground world of limestone caves lies below the native forest and farmland of the Waitomo region in the Waikato.
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Welcome to the Mighty Waikato
Official tourism, destinations and events website for Waikato.
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School Holidays
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Top 10 Winter Activities
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Mighty Local
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Walking & Hiking Trails
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Waikato Waterfalls
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2022 Visitor Guide
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Events in the Waikato
A temporary art installation of illuminated, contemporary structures to light up in the wintry nights in the heart of Hamilton.
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17 Jun - 17 Jul 2022Matariki Events
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19 Jul - 23 Jul 2022
Shrek the Musical
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16 Jul - 17 Jul 2022
The Great NZ Food Show
See & do in Waikato
- All destinations
- North Waikato
- Hamilton
- Raglan
- Te Aroha
- Matamata & Surrounds
- Cambridge
- Te Awamutu & Surrounds
- Waitomo Caves & Surrounds
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Top Pick
From $26
Hamilton Zoo
HamiltonHome to over 600 native and exotic animals and set amidst 25ha of lush and tranquil surroundings, Hamilton Zoo is the destination for a memorable day out.
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Top Pick
From $49
Zealong Tea Estate
HamiltonZealong is the only commercial tea estate in NZ producing 100% organic award winning tea. Ideally located close to Hamilton, Zealong offers unique tours, a variety of event venues, public activities, a retail boutique, easy access and free parking.
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Waikato Museum and ArtsPost
HamiltonOn the banks of the Waikato River, in the heart of the Hamilton cultural precinct, Waikato Museum – Te Whare Taonga o Waikato provides a rich experience of the arts and culture of Hamilton and the Waikato region.
Accommodation
- All destinations
- North Waikato
- Hamilton
- Raglan
- Te Aroha
- Matamata & Surrounds
- Cambridge
- Te Awamutu & Surrounds
- Waitomo Caves & Surrounds
Eat & drink in Waikato
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Restaurants & Dining Options
The Waikato region has an abundance of top quality dining options - from award-winning restaurants and wine & tapas bars to gourmet eateries and cafes.
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Locals Supporting Locals: Waikato eateries and stores showcase regional producers
The Waikato region is renowned for its fertile soil, high quality farms and delicious produce, so it’s no surprise that local eateries have developed a reputation for creating fresh seasonal cuisine packed full of ingredients sourced straight from the surrounding countryside.
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Best Burgers in the Waikato
In the Waikato region, home to some of the best beef and the tastiest cheese, not to mention fresh and crisp salad ingredients, there are some of the best places in the country to get your burger fix, gourmet or simply streetwise.
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.