Fitzroy Travel Guide
Hamilton
Popular places to visit
Hamilton Gardens
From the peaceful Japanese Zen Garden to the explosion of color in the Indian Char Bagh Garden, anyone who loves nature will enjoy this man-made paradise.
Hamilton New Zealand LDS Temple
Find out about the history of Hamilton when you take a trip to Hamilton New Zealand LDS Temple. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
Hamilton Central Business District
Hamilton Central Business District is just one of the places to see in Hamilton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in the area.
SkyCity Hamilton
Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Hamilton during your visit to Hamilton? Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.
FMG Stadium Waikato
Catch an event at FMG Stadium Waikato during your trip to Hamilton. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.
University of Waikato
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Waikato during your travels in Hamilton. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
Things to do
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Hamilton Gardens: 30 min Ecological River Cruise
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Top hotels in Fitzroy
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
"Great for price, large room, clean, nice looking with everything needed. Staff friendly and helpful. 1 block from supermarket and cbd. Will be staying again."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
"We were initially given a room that was not ready it had not been cleaned from its previous guests The walls in the hallway were marked and dirty the elevator walls and doors had not been wiped for a very long time by the look of them (this was in both lifts) The shower glass in the bathroom had ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
"Peaceful stay I could'nt ask for more"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
VR Hamilton
"Retro but clean and convenient"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre
"Overall happy"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
"Nice accommodation. Valet is getting quite expensive for what it is but over all value for money"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fitzroy
Peacocke
Peacocke might not have many top sights, but Hamilton Gardens and SkyCity Hamilton are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Riverlea
While there might not be top attractions in Riverlea, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hamilton Gardens and SkyCity Hamilton.
Hamilton East
While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Hamilton Lake
While Hamilton Lake isn't home to many top sights, Lake Rotoroa and SkyCity Hamilton are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hillcrest
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hillcrest and surrounding area, you can visit Hamilton Gardens and Globox Arena.
Hamilton Central
While visiting Hamilton Central, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton.
