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.
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.
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.
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
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour 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 location, nice tidy rooms, great staff
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Good service, ease of process and lovely room. Perfect location for what I needed. Will stay again.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
VR Hamilton
The staff member that greeted us on arrival was rather abrupt and unfriendly. The room was good. There was a note in the bathroom about it being slippery and we were very careful but I think providing a mat or a couple of bath mats would have helped. Particularly after a shower the entire floor was ...
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
The Clements Hotel
A great jewell in the Cambridge crown. Came for a couple of days R+R and ended up extending my stay! Thanks to everyone who made this newly refurbished hotel a great place to stay. Would recommend without question.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Good overall stay
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
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.
Queenwood
While Queenwood isn't home to many top sights, Waterworld and FMG Stadium Waikato are some notable places to visit nearby.
Rototuna
Though Rototuna may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like FMG Stadium Waikato and Hamilton Centre Place.
Whitiora
When in Whitiora, you can plan a visit to FMG Stadium Waikato and Seddon Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
