Avalon Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Hamilton Gardens
This man-made paradise offers everything from the peaceful tranquillity of the Japanese Zen Gardens to the lively Indian Char Bagh Gardens.
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
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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.
Forest Lake
While there might not be top attractions in Forest Lake, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Waterworld and FMG Stadium Waikato.
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.
Maeroa
While there might not be top attractions in Maeroa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like FMG Stadium Waikato and Waterworld.
Whitiora
If you're spending some time in Whitiora, Whitiora Bible Church and Prodrive Golf are top sights worth seeing.
Frankton
While visiting Frankton, you might make a stop by sights like FMG Stadium Waikato and Seddon Park.
- SkyCity Hamilton
- Waikato Hospital
- Hamilton Gardens
- University of Waikato
- FMG Stadium Waikato
- Hamilton New Zealand LDS Temple
- Globox Arena
- Hamilton Centre Place
- Hamilton Central Business District
- Mystery Creek Events Centre
- Hamilton Zoo
- Turangawaewae Marae
- Claudelands Park
- Southern Cross Hospital
- Waingaro Hot Springs
- Cambridge Raceway
- Zealong Tea Estate
- Braemar Hospital
- Seddon Park
- St. Peter's School
- Lake Rotoroa
- Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
- The Base
- Monavale Blueberries
- Mount Pirongia
- Waikato Museum of Art and History
- Moondance Manor Gardens
- Cambridge Farmers' Market