Te Rapa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Hamilton Gardens
From the peaceful Japanese Zen Garden to the explosion of colour in the Indian Char Bagh Garden, anyone who loves nature will enjoy this man-made paradise.
Hamilton Central Business District
Hamilton Central Business District is just one of the places to see in Hamilton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in the area.
SkyCity Hamilton
Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Hamilton during your visit to Hamilton? Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.
Waikato Hospital
If Waikato Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton.
University of Waikato
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Waikato during your travels in Hamilton. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
FMG Stadium Waikato
Catch an event at FMG Stadium Waikato during your trip to Hamilton. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.
Activities
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Full Day Customisable Tour with Driver & Luxury Car Unlimited Kms
Our pick of the best Te Rapa Hotel Deals
Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre
Rooms were generous and clean, shower was great, breakfast was good value. More staff required for breakfast service to clean tables etc. Ideal for what we needed.
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Staff very welcoming and helpful. Easy access and capable of parking my car. Room of good size and quality finishes in all areas.
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
The rooms were a bit small and there were no shower caps provided. The bathrooms could have a hand shower set.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
VR Hamilton
Room was cute everything was perfect 🥰‼️
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Clean room Great size Nice pool for the children
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Microtel Lodge
The host was lovely and very helpful. We plan to stay here very time we visit Hamilton. So simple and just right for us.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Te Rapa
Saint Andrews
While Saint Andrews may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Waterworld and FMG Stadium Waikato.
Forest Lake
While there might not be top attractions in Forest Lake, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Waterworld and FMG Stadium Waikato.
Rototuna
Though Rototuna may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like FMG Stadium Waikato and Globox Arena.
Whitiora
When in Whitiora, you can plan a visit to FMG Stadium Waikato and Hamilton Centre Place, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Flagstaff
While there might not be top attractions in Flagstaff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hamilton Zoo and FMG Stadium Waikato.
Fairfield
Fairfield might not have many top sights, but Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
