Avalon Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Hamilton Gardens
From the peaceful Japanese Zen Garden to the explosion of colour 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.
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.
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.
Waikato Hospital
If Waikato Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton.
Activities
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Our pick of the best Avalon Hotel Deals
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
The room........a Studio...... was very roomy and beautifuly clean Large Bed was super comfortable and spotlessly clean. Proprietors were very pleasant and helpful. Very reasonably priced.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Great stay overall, good location, lovely breakfast. Car parking limited and tight spots but ok.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
The staff were very welcoming and kind
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre
Room was immaculate
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
VR Hamilton
The hotel met my needs.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
The Clements Hotel
The room was amazing. Amenities and extras were lovely. The room was brand new
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Avalon
Te Rapa
Get to know Te Rapa by checking out its spas, restaurants and shopping. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Waterworld or Hamilton Zoo during your time in the area.
Saint Andrews
While Saint Andrews may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Waterworld and FMG Stadium Waikato.
Beerescourt
While Beerescourt isn't home to many top sights, Waterworld and FMG Stadium Waikato are some notable places to visit nearby.
Whitiora
When in Whitiora, you can plan a visit to FMG Stadium Waikato and Hamilton Centre Place, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Frankton
While visiting Frankton, you might make a stop by sights like FMG Stadium Waikato and Seddon Park.
Dinsdale
Dinsdale might not have many top sights, but FMG Stadium Waikato and Lake Rotoroa are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
