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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.
Events in the Waikato
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28 Aug 2022The Hampton Downs 2 Hour Race Track Run
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20 Aug 2022
The Wiggles Big Show Tour!
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22 Sep 2022
International Hobbit Day
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
SkyCity Hamilton
HamiltonVisit the best of the city, SkyCity is the premier entertainment destination in the heart of the Waikato! With 8 bars and restaurants, a world-class bowling alley & X-Golf simulator and a 24hr Casino with over 300 Gaming Machines and 23 Table Games
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Top Pick
From $155
The Legendary Black Water Rafting Co
Waitomo CavesFeel the adrenaline as you abseil into the dark, seemingly bottomless depths of Ruakuri Cave. Zipline through a gallery of glowworms and climb underground waterfalls as you test your limits on this truly unforgettable journey.
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Top Pick
From $40
Cornerstone Alpaca Farm Tours
GordontonExperience the kiwi alpaca lifestyle. We offer fun farm tours where you can get close-up with our friendly alpacas, feed them & take beautiful photos. Then enjoy a bite from our onsite Licensed Cafe.
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 hot chocolate spots in the Waikato
Keep warm and drink hot chocolate, happiness is hot chocolate, cuddle in a cup, hot chocolate is like a hug from the inside…Whatever your favourite hot chocolate saying is, the Waikato region is fully loaded with places to get a delicious – and just a little bit decadent – hot chocolate.
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.