Top Things to do in Thames
10 Free Things to do in Thames That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Thames, New Zealand including Watercolor Studio Gallery, Burke Street Wharf, Kauaeranga Visitor Centre, Thames i-SITE Visitor Information Centre, Kauaeranga Kauri Trail (Pinnacles Walk), Waiomu Kauri Grove Walk, Thames Coastal Walkway, Thames Market, Thames First World War Memorial, Thames Society of Arts.
Restaurants in Thames
1. Watercolor Studio Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
See a talented watercolorist artist at work in her studio in Thames. Jeanne-Marie's native scenes of New Zealand has won several art awards throughout the country. She also gives personal lessons and workshops (see website) Opened from 10AM to 4PM from Tuesday to Friday. For other days and times, please call Jeanne-Marie.
2. Burke Street Wharf
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4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By 491wendym
We went to this historic site to take some photographs and we were not disappointed. The tide ws was high and the sunset was stunning, when you look at this site alot of history and the days that were come to mind
3. Kauaeranga Visitor Centre
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4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By forrpomm - Simpsonville, United States
This suprised me. I wasn't expecting much, but it really is a superb learning center. There's a very short hike to see some mining dam remants that is well worth the short walk from the visitors center. From there you can take off to the Pinnacles or take your choice of several other tramps in the immedicate area.
4. Thames i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By rotoruasigns - Rotorua, New Zealand
very modern Thames information center with a typically helpful kiwi manager to point you in the right direction to an ideal location on the coromandel peninsular.
5. Kauaeranga Kauri Trail (Pinnacles Walk)
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4.5 based on 35 reviews
Always check the website for changes that might affect your trip.
Reviewed By mgoulding2017 - Auckland Central, New Zealand
Excellent hike, track is in great condition and easy to follow. We started at 8am and made it to top of pinnacles by midday. We finished at 4pm so took us 8 hours all up. The motel owner said allow 6.5-8.5 hours to complete so we came within this. phewww Its really windy at the top as its exposed and recommend hiking poles for your knees.
6. Waiomu Kauri Grove Walk
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4.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By DiannaC308 - Melbourne, Australia
This is a stunning walk and worth seeing the small Grove of Waiomu Kauri trees. It follows a creek along an old pack saddle route used by miners. NOTE. 1) the initial causeway crossing is likely to have water on it. We waded through as water was only 5cm deep. There are some unstable stepping stones . 2) parking is possible closer to the track start. Drive a further 500m past the sign. Pull off on the left.
7. Thames Coastal Walkway
8. Thames Market
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 26 reviews
Street market operating every Saturday from 8am - 12pm with stalls offering veggies, fruit, many of them organic, plants, flowers, arts, crafts, collectibles, and fine food.
Reviewed By connies591 - Cairns, Australia
Thames markets are held every Saturday. Markets are filled with books, bric a brack, plants, food stalls,and anything you can imagine. Well worth a visit
9. Thames First World War Memorial
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4.0 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By A_Evan_D - Blountville, United States
This large monument has recently been restored for the 100th anniversary of WW1. It narrowly escaped being damaged by a bush fire after the restoration. It gives the names of the local people who gave their lives. Many had been born in Britain, but others were real New Zealanders, the Maoris who supported their country with pride and honour. And of course the view of Thames is great. Obituaries of the people on the memorial have been compiled recently. Unfortunately this research showed that some names had been left off the memorials.
10. Thames Society of Arts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By 759elib - Sydney, Australia
If you are lucky enough to be here in November for the Steampunk the Thames Festival when the whole town goes troppo for a bit of Victorian-era explorer/inventor chic. The TSOA on the out-side of town is situated in an old schoolhouses, in which the gallery hosts exhibits by local artists many of whome are inspired by the steampunk ethos.
