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WAIKATO
The upper North Island region of Waikato was named after the longest river in New Zealand. Surrounded by rural landscapes, lush forests, and interesting towns and cities, this is an area offering a trove of great attractions. From urban must-sees to active must-dos, here are 20 local gems everyone should visit.
Hobbiton Movie Set
If you’re a die-hard Tolkien fan, the Hobbiton movie set in Matamata needs no introduction. A quick drive from Auckland or Hamilton is all it takes to access this wonderful recreation of Middle Earth, where you’ll get to see the original Hobbit holes that were used in the making of the films.
Waitomo Caves
The Waitomo Caves has everything you could ask for – adventurous activities like caving, canyoning and rafting, as well as a relaxed underground cruise along its famous glowworm-lit, limestone-lined caverns. Out of all of New Zealand’s glowworm grottos, these subterranean marvels are the most accessible. They are located on the North Island within a short drive of major cities like Auckland and Hamilton.
Italian Renaissance Gardens, Hamilton Gardens
The Hamilton Gardens’ unique concept – which is closer to a garden-based history exhibit than a botanic garden in the strictest of terms – entices nature lovers of all kinds to delve into its magnificent public parkland. Here, you’ll find a collection of garden traditions from all over the world, as well as a showcase of traditional Maori cultivation methods and ceremonial practices.
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