Top Things to do in Thames
What to do and see in Thames, North Island: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Thames, New Zealand including Burke Street Wharf, Goldmine Experience, Kauaeranga Visitor Centre, Thames School of Mines and Mineralogical Museum, JollyBikes, Thames i-SITE Visitor Information Centre, Kauaeranga Kauri Trail (Pinnacles Walk), Waiomu Kauri Grove Walk, Thames Historical Museum, Miranda Hot Springs.
Restaurants in Thames
1. Burke Street Wharf
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
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
2. Goldmine Experience
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 100 reviews
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
3. Kauaeranga Visitor Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
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.
4. Thames School of Mines and Mineralogical Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
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
5. JollyBikes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
JollyBikes Ltd. is a rental business for electric and classic bicycles. Electric bicycles are basically normal pushbikes with a pedaling support that you can opt in. You can cruise along with less effort or take it more sportive - it's up to you now! Slopes or head wind are not a problem any more! Our bikes are easy to ride! Enjoy a cruisy day in the fresh air, without the sweat!
Reviewed By sargnz - Auckland Central, New Zealand
We hired two bikes from Jolly Bikes to do part of the Hauraki Rail Trail. Jolly Bikes had great communication about being closed the day we wanted to pick up (1 Jan) but they would met us at the store that day anyway so we could collect. Also were good about us being half an hour late to return the bikes the next day as it took us longer than anticipated to get back. They gave great advice about where we should go, with maps etc. Really nice bikes and helmets. Would thoroughly recommend for bike hire and purchases as they have a beautiful selection and are very knowledgeable.
6. Thames i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By rotoruasigns - Rotorua, New Zealand
very modern Thames information center with a typically helpful kiwi manager to point you in the right direction to an ideal location on the coromandel peninsular.
7. Kauaeranga Kauri Trail (Pinnacles Walk)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Always check the website for changes that might affect your trip.
Reviewed By mgoulding2017 - Auckland Central, New Zealand
Excellent hike, track is in great condition and easy to follow. We started at 8am and made it to top of pinnacles by midday. We finished at 4pm so took us 8 hours all up. The motel owner said allow 6.5-8.5 hours to complete so we came within this. phewww Its really windy at the top as its exposed and recommend hiking poles for your knees.
8. Waiomu Kauri Grove Walk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By DiannaC308 - Melbourne, Australia
This is a stunning walk and worth seeing the small Grove of Waiomu Kauri trees. It follows a creek along an old pack saddle route used by miners. NOTE. 1) the initial causeway crossing is likely to have water on it. We waded through as water was only 5cm deep. There are some unstable stepping stones . 2) parking is possible closer to the track start. Drive a further 500m past the sign. Pull off on the left.
9. Thames Historical Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By doandhopers - Auckland, New Zealand
Staff very knowledgably. We mentioned what and who we were looking and they recommended a couple of places we could visit. Pulled out a couple of books, and then even emailed us the following week with more information. Discovered grandma's grandad, on my father's side, was a Chief in the Fire Brigade in the day,,,,,,,never knew that.
10. Miranda Hot Springs
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 181 reviews
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.
