Auckland Airport 1 hr 38
Cathedral Of The Blessed Virgin Mary (16 min) Catholic church featuring a revered stained-glass window depicting the resurrection of Christ. Hamilton Lake (10 min) Hamilton Lake Domain (7 min) Japanese Garden of Contemplation (4 min) Italian Renaissance Garden (4 min) Elaborate garden in the medieval Italian style, with geometric shapes, fountains & statues. St Peter's Cathedral (5 min) Cathedral, church, and history Taitua Arboretum (20 min) Tranquil green space abundant with trees, pastures, a woodland garden & walking trails. Indian Char Bagh Garden (18 min) Fragrant, enclosed 4-part garden inspired by a historic style of garden popular in India. Hamilton Gardens (11 min) Landscaped gardens ranging from Tudor-style to Japanese and traditional Maori-influenced versions. Parana Park (5 min) Kowhai-themed park offering interactive native bird sculptures, water features & a kids' playground. Hamilton Zoo (18 min) Over 600 animals live in this large zoo featuring a walk-through aviary, plus a cafe & picnic areas. Claudelands Park (6 min) SkyCity Hamilton (8 min) Entertainment complex featuring a casino, several restaurants & bars, live events & a bowling alley. Te Parapara (4 min) Section of Hamilton Gardens exhibiting traditional Maori growing & harvesting practices. Waikato Museum Te Whare Taonga o Waikato (8 min) Museum featuring exhibits on Waikato's art, history & culture, as well as educational programs. |