Garden

Hamilton Gardens

Hamilton, Waikato

Themed gardens from around the world on the banks of the Waikato River.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
2 hours
Hamilton Gardens
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A collection of themed gardens, from Japanese and Italian to a Māori productive garden and an English flower garden. It's a free stop and easy to wander. Good for a stretch on the road between Auckland and Taupō.

Good to know

  • Free entry to most gardens
  • Allow a couple of hours
  • The cafe is good for coffee
Best time
Morning
Open
All year
Getting there
Sealed road, big car park
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

Facilities

  • Toilets

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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