Te Rapa 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 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.
FMG Stadium Waikato
Catch an event at FMG Stadium Waikato during your trip to Hamilton. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.
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 Te Rapa Hotel Deals
Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre
It was good
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Great hotel and customer aerciss
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Yes they were very Helpful
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Parking was ok, but the pool was dirtier and on our checkin they asked to re pay for my stay astey couldnt see our payment
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Quest on London
The rooms were very spacious, clean, well equipped and comfortable.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
VR Hamilton
Yes clean room and shops nearby
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Te Rapa
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.
Rototuna
Though Rototuna may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like FMG Stadium Waikato and Globox Arena.
Flagstaff
While there might not be top attractions in Flagstaff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hamilton Zoo and FMG Stadium Waikato.
Fairfield
Fairfield might not have many top sights, but Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
