π³πΏ Hamilton Day Trip from Auckland β¨
Perfect for a quick getaway! Just 1.5hrs drive each way. ππ¨ πΈ 1. Hamilton Gardens πΈ Free entry & parking! A stunning collection of themed gardens: Miniature World (our fave!) Egyptian Garden (pharaoh vibes π) Indian & Italian Gardens (so colorful!) β° 9AM-5PM daily ποΈ 2. Waikato Museum π Small but fascinating! Features: MΔori culture basics Kid-friendly exhibits Cool art collections π ΏοΈ 2hr free parking on nearby slopes β° 10AM-5PM daily π 3. Rice Rice Baby π»π³ Must-try Vietnamese spot! π₯ Crispy pork bΓ‘nh mΓ¬ (no weird pork taste!) π Vibrant decor + friendly staff β 4. Grey Roasting Co. π₯ Watch them roast beans in-house! β€οΈ Amazing coffee + beans for sale (bring your gear!) π Down the slope opposite Rice Rice Baby π§ 5. Milk Tea Factory π Opposite SkyCity Casino (10min walk from museum) π― Brown sugar milk tea - ask for less sugar! (gets too sweet) π₯ 6. Gothenburg Restaurants π #1 Spanish restaurant in Hamilton! π Riverside views + floor-to-ceiling windows π½οΈ Try the chef's selection or pick your faves π Booking recommended! #NZTravel #AucklandDayTrips #HamiltonNZ #FoodieAdventures #Wanderlust