Hamilton Central Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Hamilton Central Business District

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.

Hamilton Central Business District
Hamilton Gardens

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 Gardens

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.

SkyCity Hamilton

Hamilton Centre Place

You can enjoy retail therapy at Hamilton Centre Place during your stay in Hamilton. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.

Hamilton Centre Place

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 centre.

Waikato Museum of Art and History

Riff Raff

You can find out about the history of Hamilton with a visit to Riff Raff. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in the area.

Riff Raff

Activities

Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

AU$133
per adult
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries

Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries

AU$27
per adult
Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries
Full Day Customisable Tour with Driver & Luxury Car Unlimited Kms

Full Day Customisable Tour with Driver & Luxury Car Unlimited Kms

AU$444
per traveller
Full Day Customisable Tour with Driver & Luxury Car Unlimited Kms
Romantic tour in Hamilton

Romantic tour in Hamilton

AU$818
per traveller
Romantic tour in Hamilton
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

AU$427
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Native Tuatara at Sanctuary Mountain

Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour from Auckland

AU$578
per adult
Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour from Auckland
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Our pick of the best Hamilton Central Hotel Deals

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

4.5 out of 5
7 Alma Street, Hamilton
The price is AU$264 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$264
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Good option to stay in Hamilton, not to many options available when it comes to reasonable accommodation, Hamilton accommodation is below par"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

3.5 out of 5
287 Victoria Street, Hamilton
The price is AU$109 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$109
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Comfy beds, very clean. No tv reception, just bad signal on screens."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
VR Hamilton

VR Hamilton

4 out of 5
237 Victoria Street, Hamilton
The price is AU$65 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$65
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
6.4/10 (1,002 reviews)
"Overall ok"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

VR Hamilton
ibis Hamilton Tainui

ibis Hamilton Tainui

3.5 out of 5
18 Alma Street, Hamilton
The price is AU$176 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$176
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
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Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

ibis Hamilton Tainui
Quest on London

Quest on London

4 out of 5
51 London Street, Cnr London and Victoria Streets, Hamilton
The price is AU$146 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$146
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (403 reviews)
"Ideal location for our needs, clean and comfortable room, friendly and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Quest on London
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

4 out of 5
23 Clarence Street, Hamilton
The price is AU$141 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$141
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room. Very quiet despite being very close to town. Second time staying in a few months and chosen because of location and parking. Very easy walk to town and rooms are comfortable."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
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Other neighbourhoods around Hamilton Central

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Whitiora

When in Whitiora, you can plan a visit to FMG Stadium Waikato and Hamilton Centre Place, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Whitiora
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Fairfield

Fairfield might not have many top sights, but Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fairfield
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Claudelands

4/5(30 area reviews)

While visiting Claudelands, you might make a stop by sights like Globox Arena and Claudelands Park.

Claudelands
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Frankton

4.5/5(30 area reviews)

While visiting Frankton, you might make a stop by sights like FMG Stadium Waikato and Seddon Park.

Frankton
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Hamilton Lake

4/5(62 area reviews)

While Hamilton Lake isn't home to many top sights, Lake Rotoroa and SkyCity Hamilton are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hamilton Lake
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Hamilton East

4/5(68 area reviews)

While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.

Hamilton East

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