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Over the centuries many travellers have passed through the Matamata district some of whom have remained and settled here for generations to build the town as we know it today. Matamata has a huge selection of activities, accommodation, restaurants and cafes for visitors and locals.
Matamata (Māori: [ˈ m a t a ˌ m a t a]) is a town in Waikato, New Zealand. It is located near the base of the Kaimai Ranges , and is a thriving farming area known for Thoroughbred horse breeding and training pursuits.
Matamata, New Zealand is home of the shire and a must see if you’re a Lord of the Rings and Hobbit fan. Take a guided tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set and enjoy the town’s fabulous cafes. Close
- See Wairere Falls. Kicking off our list of Hobbit-less things to do in Matamata is Wairere Falls. From one enchanting place to another, the Wairere Falls walk will take you through moss-covered rocks and tree roots like something out of a fairy tale.
- Discover the Matamata Heritage Trail. Before Hobbits roamed the town, Matamata was just a humble Kiwi town. Get a sense for the town, while seeing some spectacular gardens, on the Matamata Heritage Trail.
- Take a Dip in the Opal Hot Springs. It’s like an outdoor swimming pool… but hot! There are also two outdoor mineral hot pools to unwind in which are bound to warm you up in winter or ease your aches after a long day adventuring.
- Step Back in Time at the Firth Tower. The next entry of our list of the best Matamata activities is the Firth Tower. Who doesn’t like a tower?! Wander the heritage buildings, colourful gardens and the exhibits of the Firth Tower Museum.
- Wairere Falls. Get out of Matamata on a day trip and head to Wairere Falls, a natural wonder in the North Island. From Matamata, it takes about 45 minutes by road to reach these falls.
- Redoubt Bar & Eatery. Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. Have you tried our MEYER SLAYER yet?! Crispy pork belly toastie with sticky sauce, smoked bacon jam, maasdam meyer...
- Kaimai Cheese Company Limited. Editor’s note: Establishment is permanently closed. Located about seven minutes by road from the centre of Matamata, the Kaimai Cheese Company Limited is housed in a replica of a New Zealand butter factory, which existed in the 1920s.
- Matamata Districts Book Club. Editor's Note: There's no photo available at the time of writing. The Matamata Districts Book Club is a weekend event which takes place from Friday to Sunday.
1. Hobbiton Movie Set. 15 minutes drive to the Alexander farm and Shires Rest. 2. Highest North Island Waterfall. Wairere falls is another 15 minute drive. 3. Heritage Trails. exploring 19th century gold mining fever sites now quietly rusting in the Kaimai Mamaku Conservation Park. 4. Karangahake Gorge. walks and trails through regenerating forest.
Matamata, uniquely situated in the Golden Triangle of Auckland, Hamilton and Tauranga, has some fantastic natural features on its doorstep including the spectacular Wairere Falls and beautiful Blue Spring. The latest leg of the Hauraki Rail Trail adds Matamata to the network which includes Te Aroha, Paeroa, Waihi and Thames.
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