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Welcome to the Mighty Waikato
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Top Autumn Activities in the Waikato
Make the most of the autumn in the Waikato with so much to see and do from destination playgrounds and stunning gardens to underground wonders, interactive exhibitions and Middle-earth movie magic.
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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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Waikato Waterfalls
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The Waikato to Taranaki Way
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Walking & Hiking Trails
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Cycling
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Mighty Local
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2023 Visitor Guide
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Events in the Waikato
Fieldays is the Southern Hemisphere’s largest agricultural event and the ultimate launch platform for cutting edge technology and innovation.
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11 Jun - 12 Jun 2023Free Go with Tourism Careers Expo
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13 Jun 2023
Showquest
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20 Jul - 20 Aug 2023
FIFA Women's World Cup 2023
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 $89
Hobbiton Movie Set Tours
MatamataFor your own Middle-earth adventure, daily tours are available to visit the original Hobbiton Movie Set from The Lord of the Rings movie trilogy and The Hobbit films.
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Top Pick
From $115
CAMJET Cambridge Jet Boat Tours
CambridgeCamjet is 2 hrs South of Auckland International Airport on State Highway. The 45 min Extreme Jet Boat Tour is a breathtaking adrenaline rush to the base of the Karapiro Dam and back to Cambridge. 3 sets of rapids, 2 waterfalls and 360s.
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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.
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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Best Noodle Spots in the Waikato
Saucy, soupy, spicy and even fried, noodles are an ever-popular go-to meal, whichever way you like your noodles, there are plenty of places to get your fix in the Waikato region.
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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.
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