Head on over to Waikato River and spend a quiet afternoon walking along the water's edge. There's something about being near a river that makes you feel calm and relaxed.

You'll find this flowing body of water in Waikato. Once you've done everything you want to at Waikato River, have a look at nearby SkyCity Hamilton, Hamilton Gardens, and University of Waikato.

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Legacy Airedale Hotel Auckland

Auckland Central Business District

$832

per person

Feb 21 - Feb 24

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Los Angeles (LAX) to Auckland (AKL)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (720 reviews)

The hotel is beautiful and the staff is extremely kind and helpful.

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025

Park Hyatt Auckland

Auckland Central Business District

$1,746

per person

Feb 1 - Feb 6

found 20 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Los Angeles (LAX) to Auckland (AKL)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (323 reviews)

Kind staff really stood out, everything else was as expected.

Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025

Horizon by SkyCity

Auckland Central Business District

$1,039

per person

Feb 1 - Feb 6

found 20 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Los Angeles (LAX) to Auckland (AKL)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (603 reviews)

Room was large and nice. Great location.

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025

Browse tours and tickets to explore Waikato River

Tours & day trips

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Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

Free cancellation available

Attractions

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Escape Room Experience Area 54

Free cancellation available

Adventure & outdoor

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Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

Free cancellation available

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Hamilton Central Business District

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Hamilton Gardens

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Memorial Park

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Waikato Museum of Art and History

Learn about the area’s rich Māori history, take in over 3,000 works of art and interact with the wonders of science in this ever-changing cultural center.