The most popular attraction in the entire Waikato region, The Hamilton Gardens attracts around 600,000 visitors every year. When travellers venture in to the gardens for themselves, it soon becomes apparent why.
The gardens are divided in to four subsections each of which houses several smaller gardens inside. These main areas are known as Paradise Garden Collection, Cultivar Garden Collection, Productive Garden Collection and the Landscape Garden Collection respectively. Each of these areas has been lovingly crafted, presenting an aesthetic sensation that will astonish the senses.
The distinct appearances of each area will truly give visitors the impression that they have stepped in to another land altogether.
Hamilton Gardens is also the site of over 2000 events including The Pacific Rose Bowl Festival and the Hamilton Gardens Summer Festival. A host of musical performances grace this destination, encompassing an impressive range of musical genres in a showcasing of local talent.
A variety of art exhibitions are also held at Hamilton Garden further widening its artistic appeal. The displays all relate to specific art themes while some even present the chance to walk away with a fabulous piece of art for your home.
With a diverse offering of aesthetic beauty, musical and other art Hamilton Gardens is a destination that delivers a compelling creative world to explore. Entry to the garden is completely free while opening hours are from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm during the winter months and 7:00 am to 8:00 pm during the summer months. With so much on offer, visitors to Waikato have no excuse for missing this destination.
Guests wishing to visit this destination will find staying in a Hamilton New Zealand hotel such as Kingsgate Hotel Hamilton provides an accommodation option that provides convenient access to this destination. Guests of this Hamilton hotel will also enjoy exemplary service combined with an array of amenities during their stay.
