Tauwhare 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.
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.
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.
Things to do
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
Hamilton : Spellbound Glowworm & Cave Explorer Small Group Tour
Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour from Auckland
Top hotels in Tauwhare
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
"Great place"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
"Small tricky bathroom. Travelling for work no deal or chair to work at and next to no PowerPoints"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
"Excellent service and close to town. Have returned many times over the years."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
VR Hamilton
"The street parking is frustrating theres no close ones especially if you get there about 5pm so you might want to pay for parking at vr. Rooms are clean property could do with a makeover a few broken things in room but for a bed for the night it works and its cheap close to casino and food variety ..."
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Opal Hot Springs & Holiday Park
"L’appartement était très propre , les équipements de base, pas de savon aux toilettes, un peu âgé, bon rapport qualité prix."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
"Very comfortable and convenient."
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tauwhare
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.
Peacocke
Peacocke might not have many top sights, but Hamilton Gardens and SkyCity Hamilton are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Claudelands
While visiting Claudelands, you might make a stop by sights like Globox Arena and Claudelands Park.
Hamilton East
While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Chartwell
Chartwell might not have many top sights, but Claudelands Park and Globox Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bader
When in Bader, you can plan a visit to Hamilton Gardens and SkyCity Hamilton, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
