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What to do

Looking for things to do in Waikato? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours

Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours

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Film and television bases
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Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Waitomo Glowworm Caves

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Hukafalls Jet Taupo

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Blue Spring / Te Waihou Walkway

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Hamilton Gardens

Hamilton Gardens

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Huka Falls

Huka Falls

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Ruakuri Cave

Ruakuri Cave

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Spa Thermal Park

Spa Thermal Park

4.5/518 Reviews
Lake Taupo

Lake Taupo

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Te Whanganui-A-Hei (Cathedral Cove) Marine Reserve

Te Whanganui-A-Hei (Cathedral Cove) Marine Reserve

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Beaches and shores
Craters of the Moon

Craters of the Moon

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Huka Prawn Park

Huka Prawn Park

4.0/531 Reviews

Where to stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Waikato, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to eat

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Hayes Common

Hayes Common

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Western-style
Waitomo Homestead

Waitomo Homestead

4.0/53 Reviews
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Coffee Shops
The Green Dragon Inn

The Green Dragon Inn

4.4/57 Reviews
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McDonald's Taupo

McDonald's Taupo

4.5/53 Reviews
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Western-style
Avg. NZD13/person
Nami Japanese Restaurant

Nami Japanese Restaurant

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Asian Cuisine
Avg. NZD28/person
Iguana Street Bar & Restaurant

Iguana Street Bar & Restaurant

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Western-style
Avg. NZD52/person
Restaurant On Alma

Restaurant On Alma

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Avg. NZD30/person
The Wayward Pigeon

The Wayward Pigeon

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Avg. NZD41/person
The Shire's Rest Cafe

The Shire's Rest Cafe

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Turkish Kebab Stop

Turkish Kebab Stop

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Wool Press Cafe

Wool Press Cafe

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Alpha Street Kitchen & Bar

Alpha Street Kitchen & Bar

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