Location: Waikato Region
Top Things to do in Waikato Region
Top 10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Waikato Region, North Island
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. Adrian Worsley Historic Creations
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5.0 based on 17 reviews
Unique sculptures made form recycled, reused and reclaimed materials and scrap metal. Adrian's gallery is one where you can touch and explore, even traipsing the board walks through the artists workshop. Be prepared to be amazed.
Reviewed By shumonk - Abbotsford, Australia
Adrian Worsley’s gallery and shop is something that needs to just be experienced. The moment you step into the inventory of all the scrap metal it sets the tone of the story he tells through his sculptures. Totally worth it.
2. Te Aroha i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
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5.0 based on 42 reviews
Visit us and discover Te Aroha's rich history when 'taking the waters' was a fashionable pastime and a cure for everything. After a day walking the hills, cycling the Hauraki Rail Trail or simply relaxing in a hot mineral pool, we can help find the accommodation that best suits you, be it backpackers, motel, country cottage or luxury villa. And we can recommend somewhere to eat, book a massage and tell you 'what's on' in town. Let us help you make your stay the very best time ever. Visit us for expert local knowledge and a FREE booking service for accommodation, activities and transport - nationwide.
Reviewed By BrianMc43 - Auckland, New Zealand
The ladies here were really greatly helpful. Gave us good accurate info and even booked our mineral bath for us. Wonderful service.
3. Footwhistle Glowworm Cave
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5.0 based on 69 reviews
We are a locally owned and operated glowworm cave tour based in the heart of the Waitomo Caves Village. Footwhistle Glowworm Cave is located on our private farm and was developed over many years. Our family run tour company ensures that your experience of Waitomo's unique ennvironment is a memory to treasure. We take a maximum of 11 guests per tour and we also allow photography
Reviewed By 84jeannetteb
‘Ross the Boss’ was our awesome guide for the Footwhistle Glowworm Cave experience. His mix of passion, knowledge and humour made this one of the best local sites to visit in Waitomo. A private family run business that is truly about making this a perfect, intimate experience. The visit is topped off with kawakawa education and tea. The caves themselves are a real delight and the family’s understanding and work towards the ecology of them is a credit to them. Highly recommended.
4. Aranui Cave
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4.5 based on 170 reviews
Reviewed By 29Kathie - Christchurch, New Zealand
Enjoyed our cave tour, very pretty inside, great tour guide, we did 2 caves including the glowworms boat tour
5. The Lost Spring
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4.5 based on 2,155 reviews
Escape and leave the everyday behind as you relax and rejuvenate, immersing yourself in the peaceful restorative atmosphere of The Lost Spring. Discover a tranquil oasis nestled in the heart of the scenic Coromandel Peninsula, and bask in the revitalising serenity of one of New Zealand’s most unique destinations. Luxuriate in the therapeutic waters of our Geo-Thermal mineral pools, surrounded by lush native bush and the peaceful sounds of running water and birdsong. Experience the pure decadence of having delicious cocktails and dining delivered directly to you poolside while you soak, or pamper yourself with a massage or one of the many other tempting treatments offered at our indulgent day spa. The Lost Spring is the perfect getaway for a day of relaxation and indulgence and offers the perfect opportunity to retreat from the world and enjoy a truly transformative experience.
Reviewed By Companion60214859682
A wonderful day at the pools, Excellent Massage ,lovelly lunch pool side and finished with a beautiful meal and wine in the Restaurant at night . Regards and thanks, we have been b4 and will return, Raymond and Janet Killip Cambridge ..
6. Ruakuri Cave
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4.5 based on 872 reviews
Reviewed By Hulij - New Zealand, null
Absolutely recommend Ruakuri Cave. We did the 90 min walking tour of this amazing cave. Hannah our guide was superb and so enthusiastic, really made the tour for us. Great engineering feat with the spiral entrance way and saw loads glow worms close up, better than the boat trip tour of Waitomo Cave we did straight after this tour. Able to take loads photos too. Kids loved it. A must do!
7. Caveworld
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4.5 based on 452 reviews
Caveworld offer two fantastic tours with the aim to create memorable caving and glowworm experiences for all our customers. Either choose our fun-filled black water rafting adventure Tube It, or bring your family and friends along and join our Footwhistle Glowworm Cave Tour, a relaxed one hour guided walk down through glowworm displays and formations. We are A family-run, locally owned and operated business, Cave World specialises in providing the personal and professional touch on our authentic Waitomo tours, with over 10,000 satisfied visitors experiencing our unique piece of New Zealand each year.
Reviewed By Paradise33065083454
The Footwhistle Cave is owned by a local family and is an excellent tour as well as being exceptional value for money. We were met at Waitomo Village by Ross (the Boss) and taken by van to the cave on private property. This is a very safe and educational tour with thousands of glow worms and a very good spoken history from Ross. The tour is followed by a refreshing cup of freshly brewed Kawakawa tea. We took three children with us and they thoroughly enjoyed the tour. I recommend it.
8. Mercury Bay Estate
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4.5 based on 256 reviews
Boutique Vineyard & Restaurant located above Cooks Beach & over looking the beautiful Mercury Bay. Offering a selection of estate grown wines and matched with high quality Italian style food in a casual & relaxed setting.
Reviewed By Ernesthc - Bedfordshire, United Kingdom
We tasted eight wines in total. We enjoyed them all and the Pinot Noir was superb. We had the cheese platter to accompany the wines and it too was first-class. Our table gave us fine views. All in all, a thoroughly enjoyable experience.
9. 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
10. L'Arte
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4.5 based on 240 reviews
Reviewed By PGNZ - Waipukurau, New Zealand
Still a great place to visit. Great for Coffee and Food and fun to wander around the arts and crafts. Almost always buy something for the Garden
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