Tauranga Airport 1 hr 20
Japanese Garden of Contemplation (9 min) Indian Char Bagh Garden (8 min) Fragrant, enclosed 4-part garden inspired by a historic style of garden popular in India. St Peter's Cathedral (11 min) Cathedral, church, and history Taitua Arboretum (24 min) Tranquil green space abundant with trees, pastures, a woodland garden & walking trails. Te Parapara (8 min) Section of Hamilton Gardens exhibiting traditional Maori growing & harvesting practices. Claudelands Park (12 min) Parana Park (11 min) Kowhai-themed park offering interactive native bird sculptures, water features & a kids' playground. Hamilton Lake (14 min) Hamilton Lake Domain (11 min) Italian Renaissance Garden (8 min) Elaborate garden in the medieval Italian style, with geometric shapes, fountains & statues. Waikato Museum Te Whare Taonga o Waikato (12 min) Museum featuring exhibits on Waikato's art, history & culture, as well as educational programs. SkyCity Hamilton (15 min) Entertainment complex featuring a casino, several restaurants & bars, live events & a bowling alley. Hamilton Zoo (22 min) Over 600 animals live in this large zoo featuring a walk-through aviary, plus a cafe & picnic areas. Avantidrome (13 min) Hamilton Gardens (6 min) Landscaped gardens ranging from Tudor-style to Japanese and traditional Maori-influenced versions. |