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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-Gardens-Hamilton-East.d6111820.Attraction) ![I would not usually consider a garden a must-see experience, but I am really glad a local told us to visit Hamilton Gardens. The experience of wandering through a maze of hedges that open into perfectly cultivated gardens plucked complete from other countries and other eras was quite possibly the closest I will ever come to feeling like Alice in Wonderland come to life. You never know what magical sight waits around the next bend in the path.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048121/94ce94f0-4df2-4db3-9869-24bc78847870.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-Central-Business-District-Hamilton.d3000664945.Attraction) #### Southern Cross Hospital If Southern Cross Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Southern-Cross-Hospital-Hamilton-East.d6249524.Attraction) #### Memorial Park Explore the great outdoors at Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Hamilton. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Memorial-Park-Hamilton-East.d6111818.Attraction) #### Globox Arena Catch an event at Globox Arena during your trip to Hamilton. Visit the shops and spas in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Claudelands-Arena-Claudelands.d553248621552322145.Attraction) #### Waikato Museum of Art and History Learn about the area’s rich Māori history, take in over 3,000 works of art and interact with the wonders of science in this ever-changing cultural center. 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