Hamilton Travel Guide
Hamilton accommodation, Hamilton activities and attractions, Hamilton maps, transportation to and around Hamilton - the Jasons Hamilton Destination Travel Guide is your complete visitor guide for Hamilton.
At the heart of the lush farmlands of the
Waikato, Hamilton is New Zealand's largest inland city. Hamilton city enjoys a lively café scene, and you'll find some great places to relax with a latte. Flowing through the city centre (parallel to Victoria Street) is the
Waikato River, gracing Hamilton with some superb riverside walks and gardens. You can make the most of Hamilton's riverside location with a stroll through the lovely
Hamilton Gardens. SKYCITY Hamilton, overlooking the river, has live entertainment on Fridays and Saturdays, or check out the excellent
Waikato Museum, also on the river's edge.
Hamilton is one of New Zealand's key educational centres. The University of
Waikato is based here, along with
Waikato Polytechnic and an agricultural research centre, and the city is also a popular choice for business conferences. Hamilton is ideally placed to explore the region's many attractions, including the glowworm-lit caverns of the
Waitomo Caves, the craft and antique shops of
Cambridge, the Kiwi House at
Otorohanga and the charming seaside village of
Raglan. And if you want some fresh air and exercise, head to one of the 38 golf courses in the
Waikato region to practise your swing and enjoy the crisp country air.
Hamilton has a number of
campgrounds and holiday parks catering to the needs of travellers enjoying a New Zealand camping holiday. Whether you're looking for a campsite to pitch your tent; a cabin; or a caravan park for your campervan / RV you'll find the widest choice here.
Geographic Location
Central North Island, surrounding the lower and central reaches of the
Waikato River
Population
115,700
Climate
Temperate with mild, wet winters and summers that are warm and dry.
TemperaturesSummer: 22-27°C
Winter: 10-15°C
Annual rainfall
1184mm
