Introduction
127km (79 miles) S of Auckland; 107km (66 miles) NE of Rotorua; 107km (66 miles) E of Tauranga
Unfortunately for Hamilton, its proximity to Auckland (just a 1-hr. drive) means it's often overlooked as a sightseeing destination. Many travelers pass through the city heading south, usually to the famed Waitomo Caves in south Waikato or to Rotorua and Taupo.
If you want to linger awhile, though, you'll discover the hot springs and horse-racing world of Matamata township; the rich Maori culture of Ngaruawahia and more hot springs at Waingaro; the surf and beaches of Raglan; and the antiques and Kentucky-like thoroughbred world of Cambridge.
Hamilton -- the country's largest inland city (pop. 131,000) -- is a commercial and industrial center. There's something bland about the place despite its pretty face, but there's always a hint of change in the air.
more local info
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Hamilton Central Library
- Hamilton City Library in Garden place, in Hamilton is a great place to study and go on the internet and access wi fi. Great place for tourists...
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Hamilton Lake Domain
- Hamilton Lake, about a 45 minute walk around the lake - a lovely scenic walk with native birds like the pukeko and other birds like the ducks and...
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Hamilton Gardens
- Hamilton Gardens is a really beautiful place, wonderful gardens from around the globe, for example the Italian Renaissance Garden and the English...
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