Location: Te Awamutu
Top Things to do in Te Awamutu
Top 10 Things to do in Te Awamutu, New Zealand
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. Regent Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By TheZenOfThings - Raglan, New Zealand
Step back in time for this genuine NZ movie theatre, active since 1932. Movie memorabilia and many old fashioned rules plastered to the walls! Loved it. Can't believe I've lived in driving distance and never been here before... Wet day in T.A., or if you love movies and/or history, you'll love it!
2. Alphra Lavenders
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By 557jill557 - Sydney, Australia
I could also watch them harvest the lavender-had no idea how it waqs done,is very labour intensive.
I bought some lavender soap for $5,but theres a lot more other lavender products for sale.
The area is a lot smaller than I was expecting and there is no road sign to direct you.
I could only find it by approaching from the other direction(no gps)
3. Kowhai Forge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 10 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 4aliaM - London, United Kingdom
My husband wrote the following review as it was his bday pressie - a whole day blacksmithing! Kowhai Forge is an amazing place in all aspects. Mentally, physically and spiritually there is nothing more humbling and lifting then a day Blacksmithing with Rob and his...MoreThank you Rameez for your awesome review! I really enjoyed the time I spend with you and the inspiration you brought with you. Hope to catch up sometime again. Rob
4. Yarndley's Bush
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By Susanne900 - Konstanz
I went on an evening walk with friends into this little forest of protected Karikatea trees. These ones here have incredible large roots. The whole forest seems like a little fantasy world. You find a short guided boardwalk and a look-out tower.
amazing in the evening when the golden light shines into the forest!
5. Te Awamutu i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By Susanne900 - Konstanz
We went to buy some Souvenirs and found this i-site to have a wide range of Manuka products, tea towels, T-Shirts, jewelery and other very nice things to bring home. We got some very informative recommendations on Sightseeing tipps. All were very, very friendly! Thank...MoreHello Susanne, thank you so much for your lovely review! We are very happy that our i-SITE and the i-SITE network was of value to your holiday! We hope to see you again!
6. Kakepuku Historic Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By cass h - Hamilton, New Zealand
Great parking, a steady climb to the top with an easy to follow track to the trig station. Excellent signage and really good descriptions of the surrounding areas once you make it to the top. Excellent references to Maori. A very pretty walk, the trust has been really fantastic in getting the track sorted. All credit to them.
7. Te Awamutu Rose Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By yank
Te Awamutu considers itself the rose capital of New Zealand, and this is why. There are probably 50 different types of roses, but 2500 in total. The plants are well cared for and healthy. The Fountain in the center of the park adds to the attraction. As a rose lover (and grower), I would not have missed it!!
8. Te Awamutu Museum
Overall Ratings
4 based on 6 reviews
A central gathering place where local residents and visitors come to experience Waipa's history, art, ideas and culture.
Reviewed By karina f - Cambridge, New Zealand
I also came here to do research for my book Anzac War Story and Poetry and spent hours here Reading all the information on the war soldiers especially the Maori Battalion and their families. I watched the film over and over. The different areas are well laid out and very informative. A childrens area also. When you come in on your right hand side is a lot of books for sale and display. staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. History of the Finn brothers in the music industry and their background coming from Te Awamutu.
I loved this museum and it is right next to the library also great.
9. Blue Tui Shuttles
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
Mountain bike shuttle and tour operator for the Central North Island cycle trails. The Timber Trail, Waikato River Trail, Great Lake Trails Taupo, Te Awa River Ride and the Hauraki Rail Trail. Blue Tui will organise your cycle holiday along with accommodation, meals and all baggage transfers.
Reviewed By LucyCasey - new zealand
WE cycled three days along the Waikato River Trail with Blue Tui Shuttles. Booking this trip for six was easy and even when part of the trail was closed by Department of Conservation (DOC) Wilhelmina was on to it and changed plans that were just...MoreThank you so much. My first review on Trip Advisor couldn't have been nicer. You were all a pleasure and an inspiration. You just got on with it. Great team effort.
10. Edwards Nature & Co
Floating involves lying in a shallow super-saturated Epsom-salt solution, which lets you float effortlessly on the surface of the water and enjoy a feeling of weightlessness. The modern design of the Float Pod is crafted to shelter you from external stimuli such as sights, sounds, tactile sensations and gravity. Removing the effects of gravity on the body creates weightless, and total relaxation.
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