Location: Te Awamutu
Top Things to do in Te Awamutu
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Te Awamutu is a town in the Waikato in the North Island of New Zealand. It is the council seat of the Waipa District and serves as a service town for the farming communities which surround it. Te Awamutu is located some 30 km south of Hamilton on State Highway 3, one of the two main routes south from Auckland and Hamilton.
Restaurants in Te Awamutu
1. Kowhai Forge
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 57 reviews
Blacksmithing Experience Try your hand at the ancient art of blacksmithing with the talented and passionate team at Kowhai Forge. Suitable for beginners, you have the choice to choose what your would like to create over the course, and best of all - you get to take your own piece of art home with you! Your tutor, Rob, is one of the true time served Blacksmiths in New Zealand. Rob teaches with lots of enthusiasm and Kiwi humor, so you know you’ll have a great time! His passion, skill, and deep understanding this fascinating skill ensures you a truly authentic experience into the world of Blacksmithing in New Zealand. Situated in the beautiful central North Island, the blacksmith forge is set in perfect environment for inspiration and creativity! Fantastic year round - in the summer months the large forge doors are opened to let the sunshine in and in the winter months you will be cozy and warm inside by the coal fire. Included: Safety glasses and ear protection What to Bring: long trousers, sturdy shoes (no open toes) Location:243 Waipapa road RD7, Te Awamutu 3877 Half-day experience in the forge Make a fire poker, a wall hook, a herb knife, a handle, or let us know in advance an item of your choice to make sure we have the right materials at hand! Duration: 9am - 1pm, morning tea provided Price: $139 per person Full day experience in the forge More time, better projects! There will be a range of ideas available (knives, hooks, handles, pokers etc.) but feel free to let us know in advance if you have a specific piece you would like to make! Duration: 9am - 4.30 pm, morning tea and lunch provided Price: $249 per person
Reviewed By Marsmitch - Hamilton, New Zealand
Amazing day with the team, learnt some new skills and very much enjoyed the experience of making a knife, this is a certainly a art that needs to be kept and enjoyed so its a great way to appreciate the work and skill required, the experience was amazing the catering was fantastic, this family cares about every single aspect of your day... Best birthday present ever so thanks team - Loved it
2. Alphra Lavenders
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By NaliniG127
We enjoyed visiting this lavender farm. The owners were really friendly and even gave us a quick tour/info session. There are also a wide range of high quality lavender based products on sale at a very reasonable price. We were pleasantly surprised that there was no entry fee. It was worth the 40 minute drive from Hamilton.
3. Te Awamutu i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By Margarita2008 - Te Awamutu, New Zealand
Very helpful, willing ladies as staff. Had some surplus garden products to give away too. Good handy place to sit outside with laptop for internet connection. Lots of varying priced gifts on sale. Some rather expensive but nice.
4. Regent Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By leanne363 - Hamilton, New Zealand
Going here is an experience I don’t think you’d get in any other movie theatre in NZ. Growing up in TA you get a bit blasé about what a great theatre this is. Going with someone who had never been there before gave me a new appreciation. There is so much movie nostalgia.... and of course the latest movies. Worth visiting
5. Yarndley's Bush
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By J6896GTmarks - Hamilton & Waikato Region, New Zealand
Very close to Te Awamutu, a very easy walk through a mature stand of ancient Kahikatia trees with an elevated platform to get you in amongst them.
6. Te Awamutu Rose Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By Happiness41579948493 - Hamilton, New Zealand
This small park is 100% roses with a lovely fountain and when in bloom they are spectacular. It isn't quite as quiet and peaceful and private as it used to be as the town council (in all their wisdom??) decided to build a children's playground immediately next door. The noise level can be disturbing if you want solitude. I guess the idea was that adults could let the kids play while the oldies enjoyed the roses (but you can't appreciate the roses and keep your eye on kids at the same time). So if you enjoy peaceful, go when kids are in school.
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