Guidebook for Cambridge
Parks & Nature
Lovely botanical gardens, lovely cafe, kids playground and great walks around the lake and along the river. You can join the Waikato River cruises here too.
193 locals recommend
Hamilton Gardens
Lovely botanical gardens, lovely cafe, kids playground and great walks around the lake and along the river. You can join the Waikato River cruises here too.
Great range of walks - climb to the Pinnacles hut
Department of Conservation - Kauaeranga Visitor Centre
995 Kauaeranga Valley RdGreat range of walks - climb to the Pinnacles hut
Interesting walkways along the river and through the old mines. Cycle the rail trail and catch the train to Waihi
96 locals recommend
Karangahake gorge
State Highway 2Interesting walkways along the river and through the old mines. Cycle the rail trail and catch the train to Waihi
Treetops walkway, forest trails and mountain biking in the redwood forest
150 locals recommend
Redwoods Treewalk
Tarawera RoadTreetops walkway, forest trails and mountain biking in the redwood forest
Sanctuary Mountain
99 Tari RdPest free sanctuary for native birds and wildlife
Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake)
Tarawera RoadNice spot to picnic and swim in summer
Fabulous walks, bird life (canopy viewing platform) and the Timber Trail bike ride
Pureora Forest Park
Fabulous walks, bird life (canopy viewing platform) and the Timber Trail bike ride
Food Scene
Lovely selection of food and deli/gift shop at the strawberry fields. Pick your own strawberries in summer, kids activities in the holidays and on Sunday morning. Kids play area as well
29 locals recommend
Punnet Eatery
337 Newell RdLovely selection of food and deli/gift shop at the strawberry fields. Pick your own strawberries in summer, kids activities in the holidays and on Sunday morning. Kids play area as well
Paddock
46 Victoria StAl Brown's Ugly Bagels!!!!
Palate Restaurant
346 Alma StFine dining with views over the river
Good George Brewing & Dining Hall
32A Somerset StGreat local craft beer and good food
Good Union
98 Victoria StCraft beer and meals
Tamahere
Monthly Saturday farmers market, usually third Sat in the month
Award winning fine dining - good for a special occasion!
28 locals recommend
Alpha Street Kitchen & Bar
47 Alpha StAward winning fine dining - good for a special occasion!
Pony
55 Duke StreetSmall plates for sharing and a good place for drinks.
Alpino Cucina e Vino
43 Victoria StGreat Italian food, bookings essential!
Drinks & Nightlife
Little George
15 Hood StLocal craft beer and pizzas
Essentials
Matangi General Store
453 Tauwhare RdFour Square so has all essentials including wine and beer
Countdown Cambridge
Empire StreetLarge supermarket
New World Hillcrest
280 Cambridge RdLarge supermarket
Closest small supermarket, good selection of food and drinks with more high-end food than a normal Four Square
Four Square Tamahere
65 Devine RoadClosest small supermarket, good selection of food and drinks with more high-end food than a normal Four Square
Entertainment & Activities
Hamilton Lake
Fantastic kids playground, cafe and lake walks
Raglan
World class surf break, lovely beaches
See kiwis and native birds - best chance of seeing the kiwis active is in the morning. Often have last minute deals on bookme for discounts.
38 locals recommend
Otorohanga Kiwi House and Native Bird Park
20 Alex Telfer DrSee kiwis and native birds - best chance of seeing the kiwis active is in the morning. Often have last minute deals on bookme for discounts.
Waihi Beach
Ocean View RoadLovely beach, great surfing
Watch the racing in the velodrome, hire a bike and explore the river trails and ride into Cambridge. New kids playground, bike skills park and mini pump track.
50 locals recommend
Avantidrome
15 Hanlin RdWatch the racing in the velodrome, hire a bike and explore the river trails and ride into Cambridge. New kids playground, bike skills park and mini pump track.
Watch the rowing or boating, explore the domain and large kids playground
55 locals recommend
Lake Karapiro
Watch the rowing or boating, explore the domain and large kids playground
Wharepapa South
Great rock climbing area
Taupo
See the lake, sightsee, fish, etc.
Sightseeing
Hobbiton Movie Set station
501 Buckland RdSee the Hobbit holes!
Mount Maunganui
Walk the mount, enjoy the beaches, hang out in the cafes
Whakaari / White Island
Amazing volcanic sulphur island
Shopping
Tirau
Interesting selection of shops on the way to Rotorua and Tauranga
Cambridge
Great shops, Saturday morning farmers market every week