7 Things to do Good for Kids in Thames That You Shouldn't Miss

August 3, 2021 Madelene Haan

Discover the best top things to do in Thames, New Zealand including RAPAURA Watergardens, Burke Street Wharf, Goldmine Experience, Kauaeranga Visitor Centre, Thames School of Mines and Mineralogical Museum, Miranda Hot Springs, Thames Coastal Walkway.
Restaurants in Thames

1. RAPAURA Watergardens

586 Tapu-Coroglen Road Rd5, Thames 3575 New Zealand +64 7-868 4821 [email protected] http://www.rapaura.com
Excellent
72%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 281 reviews

RAPAURA Watergardens

A mature property, which has evolved over more than 45 years, Rapaura Watergardens offers something for everyone; native trees, ferns, seasonal flora, lily ponds, meandering walks over lush green lawns, bridges and streams, garden sculptures by an award winning artist and a relaxing bush walk to a cascading waterfall, ‘The Seven Stairs to Heaven’.

Reviewed By FayeF217 - Auckland, New Zealand

An exceptionally beautiful walk in bush like surroundings. The huge Lilly ponds and the waterfalls on one track were very easy to stroll along as was the second section winding around water features, sculptures and amusing sayings on signposts. The Cafe is lovely with good food. Excellent service from Sasha - thank you,so efficient and Sally was a gracious hostess, thank you both. A stand out day out with the Garden Club.

2. Burke Street Wharf

Burke Street West Moanataiari, Thames New Zealand
Excellent
31%
Good
63%
Satisfactory
6%
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4.5 based on 35 reviews

Burke Street Wharf

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. Goldmine Experience

Main Rd, SH25, Thames 2801 New Zealand +64 7-868 8514 [email protected] http://www.goldmine-experience.co.nz
Excellent
60%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 100 reviews

Goldmine Experience

NOTICE: STEAM DAYS COMING UP QUEEN'S BIRTHDAY WEEKEND, JUNE 2021. We fire up our steam engine only a few times a year. For a unique experience witness a C19th gold-mining plant being run by a steam engine. NO EXTRA CHARGE ON ENTRY FEES - STEAM DAYS, 5, 6, 7 JUNE. For the past 60 years, we have developed our site into the main tourist attraction in Thames, almost entirely with voluntary labour. We take guided tours through C.19th century tunnels, demonstrate ancient gold processing machinery including a big stamper battery (rarely seen today) and visitors can pan for gold and keep any specks they find. Open school holidays in winter 10am-1pm every day and otherwise in winter 10-1 at weekends and public holidays. Spring and Summer open every day 10-4 except Christmas Day, Easter Friday and Anzac Day morning.

Reviewed By kimsK4322IS - Tauranga, New Zealand

This experience is run by fantastic volunteers who are knowledgable about the mining process. They explain how the gold was mined and you get a chance to walk thru two levels of mine shafts. Completely recommend and fine for small children. People taller than 5 6 will spend their time in the shaft bent but it's not too long. Opportunity to learn gold panning as well for the kids

4. Kauaeranga Visitor Centre

Kauaeranga Valley Road, Thames New Zealand +64 7-867 9080 [email protected] http://www.doc.govt.nz/link/c6d44bb954234d6fb4119fd3fd45dbdc.aspx
Excellent
62%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 60 reviews

Kauaeranga Visitor Centre

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.

5. Thames School of Mines and Mineralogical Museum

101 Cochrane Street, Thames 3500 New Zealand +64 7-868 6227 http://www.nzmuseums.co.nz/account/3309
Excellent
60%
Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 43 reviews

Thames School of Mines and Mineralogical Museum

Reviewed By flatworm

Absolutely excellent place Thames was the Camborne of New Zealand The School of Mines is as it was vacated - a time capsule and a memorial to the miners of Thames Really excellent mineral collection If you like industrial history a visit is a must , I loved the place and hope to return

6. Miranda Hot Springs

Front Miranda Road, Miranda, Thames New Zealand +64 7-867 3055 [email protected] http://www.mirandahotsprings.co.nz/
Excellent
36%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 181 reviews

Miranda Hot Springs

Reviewed By 759elib - Sydney, Australia

What a gem to relax and unwind in. The pool complex offers two thermal pools- va large one for the whole family (36-38 degrees) and a smaller, hotter adult pool that’s around 41 degrees.

7. Thames Coastal Walkway

Thames New Zealand http://www.thamesinfo.co.nz/walking-and-cycling/walking-2/thames-coastal-walk-to-kuranui-bay/
Excellent
35%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
9%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 34 reviews

Thames Coastal Walkway

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