Hamilton Gardens: Entry with Audio Guide

Highlights

• Explore 18 immersive gardens inspired by 4,000 years of design and culture
• Walk through the world’s only recreation of a 2000 BCE Ancient Egyptian Garden
• See pre-European Maaori gardening techniques in use in the Te Parapara garden
• Flexible self-guided tour with audio in English or Mandarin
• Stroll at your own pace and choose which gardens to explore in depth

Description

Discover one of New Zealand’s most unexpected treasures – Hamilton Gardens, a world-class destination in the heart of the Waikato region. Unlike a traditional botanical garden, Hamilton Gardens is a living museum of garden design, where every space tells a story. Explore 18 enclosed gardens, each a window into a different time and place. From the grandeur of Ancient Egypt to the elegance of Renaissance Italy, the tranquillity of a Japanese Garden, and the vibrant colours of an Indian Charbagh, every turn transports you across continents and through centuries. This self-guided experience with audio tour is the best way to uncover the secrets behind these stunning spaces. Available in English and Mandarin the guide lets the gardens speak to you as you wander at your own pace, listening to fascinating stories, cultural insights, and surprising details that bring each garden to life. With multiple stopping points in every garden, you choose where to linger and what to explore in depth. Hamilton Gardens has been recognised among the top 1% of attractions worldwide and is consistently rated as one of the top three things to do in New Zealand. It’s a place of unexpected delights – visitors often say it was the highlight of their trip. Whether you’re planning a day trip from Auckland, Rotorua or elsewhere in the North Island, or are spending time exploring the Waikato region, Hamilton Gardens is a must-see destination. Prepare to be amazed by a world of beauty, history, and imagination – all in one extraordinary place.

Includes

All-day entry to the Enclosed Collection at Hamilton Gardens. Audio guide in English or Chinese (Mandarin). We recommend you allow at least 2 hours. More if you wish to explore the outer gardens, including Turtle Lake, the Rose Garden, bush walks, cafe and kids playground.

Important Information

• Hamilton Gardens is located 5 minutes from Hamilton CBD, 1.5 hours from both Auckland and Rotorua, 40 minutes from Matamata (Hobbiton Movie Set) and 1 hour from Waitomo Caves. The gardens feature 18 Enclosed Gardens representing different cultures and times Allow at least 2 hours to explore

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund