Hamilton Zoo Tours

The experts at Hamilton Zoo have a wealth of knowledge about the creatures they look after. Be sure to ask them questions about your favorite animals as you explore the exhibits.

This Waikato wildlife attraction is an interesting spot to kick off your day of sightseeing. There's plenty to enjoy in the vicinity, including SkyCity Hamilton, Hamilton Gardens, and University of Waikato. Wander around at your leisure at Hamilton Zoo before making tracks to these other fine sights.

Plan a trip to see Hamilton Zoo

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Horizon by SkyCity

Horizon by SkyCity

5 out of 5
Auckland Central Business District
Price was $1,223, price is now $1,094 per person
$1,094
per person
Dec 8 - Dec 11
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Auckland (AKL)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (522 reviews)
Love this hotel. I’m a loyal customer. Used to get a few more niceties and perks for being a regular. Seems to have dried up. No more upgrades or nice perks in the room now days

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025

Park Hyatt Auckland

Park Hyatt Auckland

5 out of 5
Auckland Central Business District
Price was $4,524, price is now $3,722 per person
$3,722
per person
Dec 31 - Jan 5
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (NYC) to Auckland (AKL)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (314 reviews)
Great room, great service, no complaints

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025

Delamore Lodge

Delamore Lodge

4.5 out of 5
Oneroa
Price was $3,434, price is now $3,001 per person
$3,001
per person
Jan 9 - Jan 11
found 14 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
New York (NYC) to Auckland (AKL)
10/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Staff were so nice- especially Anna! All staff were so accommodating and helped us with whatever we needed. Beautiful place to stay at. Personally wouldn’t recommend over 3 or 4 nights in colder weather as it does get a little hard to figure out plans.

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2023

Popular places to visit

I would not usually consider a garden a must-see experience, but I am really glad a local told us to visit Hamilton Gardens. The experience of wandering through a maze of hedges that open into perfectly cultivated gardens plucked complete from other countries and other eras was quite possibly the closest I will ever come to feeling like Alice in Wonderland come to life. You never know what magical sight waits around the next bend in the path.

Hamilton Central Business District

Hamilton Central Business District is just one of the places to see in Hamilton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in the area.

Hamilton Central Business District

The Base

During your trip to Hamilton, you can enjoy retail therapy at The Base. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

The Base

Waterworld

You can take time to visit Waterworld during your travels to Hamilton. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

Waterworld

Taitua Arboretum

Enjoy an outing to Taitua Arboretum during your stay in Hamilton. While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its spas.

Taitua Arboretum

Prodrive Golf

Enjoy a round of golf in Hamilton at Prodrive Golf. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

Prodrive Golf

FMG Stadium Waikato

Catch an event at FMG Stadium Waikato during your trip to Hamilton. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.

FMG Stadium Waikato

Best Lodging Options Near Hamilton Zoo

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

4.5 out of 5
7 Alma Street, Hamilton
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

3.5 out of 5
287 Victoria Street, Hamilton
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

3 out of 5
86 Ulster Street, Whitiora, Hamilton, Waikato
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
VR Hamilton

VR Hamilton

4 out of 5
237 Victoria Street, Hamilton
VR Hamilton
Microtel Lodge

Microtel Lodge

2 out of 5
140 Ulster St, Hamilton, Waikato
Microtel Lodge
Quest on London

Quest on London

4 out of 5
51 London Street, Cnr London and Victoria Streets, Hamilton
Quest on London
Hygate Motor Lodge

Hygate Motor Lodge

3 out of 5
299 Ulster Street, Whitiora, Hamilton, Waikato
Hygate Motor Lodge
Atrium on Ulster

Atrium on Ulster

4 out of 5
281 - 285 ULSTER Street, Hamilton
Atrium on Ulster
Avon Apartments

Avon Apartments

2.5 out of 5
14 Avon St, Hamilton, Waikato
Avon Apartments
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