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    Gardens, Nature & Parks
    Hungerford Crescent | Sh1, Hamilton, New Zealand
    +64 7-838 6782
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    Explore an enchanting world of secret gardens. Transport yourself through time and to far-flung corners of the world. Meander through a lush tropical jungle, visit ancient China and indulge yourself in a Renaissance Prince's 16th century garden. Five garden collections have been created to delight the senses, with some garden concepts reaching back 4,000 years. Hamilton Gardens is a conceptual garden based in the Waikato that explores the context, history and meaning of gardens through time, and from around the world. It is internationally recognised for its unique concept and is the Waikato region's most popular tourist destination. Only five minutes drive from Hamilton's CBD, the Gardens is open 7 days a week during daylight hours and entry and parking is free. Access is off SH1, alongside Cobham Drive on the southern side of Hamilton.

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    Explore an enchanting world of secret gardens. Transport yourself through time and to far-flung corners of the world. Meander through a lush tropical jungle, visit ancient China and indulge yourself in a Renaissance Prince's 16th century garden. Five garden collections have been created to delight the senses, with some garden concepts reaching back 4,000 years. Hamilton Gardens is a conceptual garden based in the Waikato that explores the context, history and meaning of gardens through time, and from around the world. It is internationally recognised for its unique concept and is the Waikato region's most popular tourist destination. Only five minutes drive from Hamilton's CBD, the Gardens is open 7 days a week during daylight hours and entry and parking is free. Access is off SH1, alongside Cobham Drive on the southern side of Hamilton.
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    Reviewed 4 November 2014
    One of Hamiltons best kept secrets

    These gardens are a treasure. For the garden enthusiasts, for parents with children, for walking groups looking for a beautiful stroll. The Hamilton gardens off Cobham drive are hidden from view as people speed passed but can be used and admired in so many wayside...More

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    Reviewed 4 November 2014
    best Hamilton experience

    Any time of year or day, I always take visitors to this Hamilton gem. Stunning small "garden rooms" from all around the world can give an authentic experience of the globe in just a short walk. I visit at least once a month throughout the...More

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    Reviewed 4 November 2014
    Wow, definitely worth a stop in the Tron!

    After driving by countless times over the years, en route to other places, we finally decided to make a stop and spend an hour or two at the gardens! They are truly amazing! What they have packed into that space is incredible! There were a...More

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    Reviewed 1 November 2014
    Well worth your time

    Hamilton Gardens has received the prestigious International Garden of the Year award; a well deserved accolade I think. I return again and again to the gardens, usually spending time in a different part on each visit. There is the oldest section (in the north-western section),...More

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    Reviewed 30 October 2014
    Springtime at it Best.

    This oasis of beauty was a real revelation! So much to see and so close to the city, it is used by many but never seemed crowded. Without a doubt we visited at the best time of the year as the spring flowers were out...More

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    Reviewed 29 October 2014
    Nice place

    But they do not cater for people that need to get there via bus, or even encourage it. making it such that bus users can not stay past 2:30pm

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    Reviewed 29 October 2014
    world class public gardens

    I'm blessed to live near the gardens and visit frequently. Every season shows the gardens in a different light and with the rate they are adding new features I would recommend visiting whenever you are passing through Hamilton. I know that they just won an...More

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    Reviewed 28 October 2014 via mobile
    Beautiful

    a very beautiful place you can see how incredibly hard people have worked to make it what it is. Only one cafe though which in itself is fine unless like in our visit it was packed and the queues were out the door so we...More

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    Reviewed 27 October 2014
    Grand garden experience

    What a great morning in the sun visiting this amazing collection of gardens -- our only complaint was that we didn't give ourselves enough time to fully experience all that was there. The gardens were beautifully presented in an easy to access format from a...More

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    Reviewed 26 October 2014
    Fabulous Gardens!

    The most beautiful gardens I have ever been to! Make sure you bring your camera, and have plenty of time to walk around. You won't want to leave once you arrive! Have the option of choice to relax, sit down, meet with friends, ponder and...More

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    thanks everyone. I found this on the website so I guess I shall brave the dirty looks. Dogs. Dogs are not permitted in the enclosed gardens or in Hamilton East Park Cemetery. They are allowedeverywhere else on a lead. We... More
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    Yes it closes at 8pm in summer and 5pm in winter
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    Yes beautiful, free and disability friendly
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