Location: Waikato Region
Top Things to do in Waikato Region
Things to do in Waikato Region, North Island: The Best Specialty Museums
Waikato (/ˈwaɪkɑːtɔː/ or /ˈwaɪkætoʊ/) is a local government region of the upper North Island of New Zealand. It covers the Waikato, Hauraki, Coromandel Peninsula, the northern King Country, much of the Taupo District, and parts of Rotorua District. It is governed by the Waikato Regional Council.
Restaurants in Waikato Region
1. Matthew Cowley Pacific Church History Centre
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Spike's Bricks & Models
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By 880philt - Bradford, United Kingdom
We discovered Lego Masters USA/AUS during our lockdown in NZ. Once we started travelling again we came across Spike’s Bricks and Models whilst driving up into the Coromandel. If you are in the area and have any interest in Lego at all this place is Lego Heaven! The owner is a great guy, very warm, friendly and enthusiastic and prepared to spend time with visitors, giving you a guided tour of his collection, which is vast and varied. We had a great time in every room and even had a Technics vehicle remote car race to complete the experience. 62 years old and I loved it!
3. Waitomo Caves Museum
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By carlenemabeym - Omokoroa Beach, New Zealand
Amazing information - very well presented and extremely well priced - great facts to go with a cave visit or great on its own, the history, the facts and everything you need to know about the area.
4. Taupo Museum
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4.5 based on 227 reviews
Reviewed By DonaldC106 - Braemar, United Kingdom
A quirky little museum with excellent exhibits giving a really good insight into the history of Taupo. I use the word quirky as one of the exhibits is a 1960’s vintage 2 berth caravan kitted out with period fixtures and fittings. The traditional Maori meeting house with wonderful carvings is the main exhibit and first thing you see on entering the building and the award winning Chelsea Flower Show garden exhibit from, I think, 2004 was an unexpected surprise. The lady on reception was charming and helpful
5. Waikato Museum
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4.5 based on 364 reviews
Haere mai! Welcome to Waikato Museum Te Whare Taonga o Waikato. Perched above the mighty Waikato River, this world-class museum and art gallery is the artistic and cultural heart of the Waikato. Visit us to experience visual stories and guided activities that bring our art, history, culture and science to life through an inspirational programme that aims to challenge and inspire you. Open daily 10am-5pm.
Reviewed By D7543NEandread
We had an 18 month old we needed to entertain on a rainy day during a visit to Hamilton. A lot of the activities are for older children but the kids area kept him entertained for hours.
6. The New Zealand Timber Museum
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4.5 based on 7 reviews
7. Waikato Coalfields Museum
8. Classics Museum
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4.5 based on 276 reviews
Something Classic for the Whole Family! A classic car museum with something to cater for every member of the family. Come and have a look at the cars of yesteryear which are sure to bring back memories. We have over 60 cars on display and an extensive collection of petrol memorabilia - signs, tins, petrol pumps, pedal cars and vintage pin ball machines. Plenty of free parking onsite. We have a 1950's diner in the building too! The Jukebox Diner, serving American classics, modern fare, child friendly options and of course great coffee!
Reviewed By akmcbean - Cambridge, New Zealand
Drove past the Classic Car Museum for years thinking “we must go in”. Finally took kids during school holidays and what a lovely surprise it was. Beautifully presented and very clean. Full of history and interesting pieces even for the non-car enthusiast. 5 Kids aged 4-11 and all really enjoyed the experience. Diner had a lovely variety of a la-carte and cabinet meals. Good selection and prices for kids food. Play area for little ones and a cool car for the older kids to sit and play in. Well done Classics Museum.
9. Firth Tower Estate and Museum
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4.5 based on 70 reviews
Reviewed By neilandvicki2018 - Whitianga, New Zealand
Great museum and gardens, I would definitely visit this place. Plenty of parking ,you can even get power sites if you have a motorhome or caravan quite cheap for the sites, museum is donation only
