Hamilton Gardens

Hamilton Gardens Experience unexpected delights at Hamilton Gardens, explore 18 Enclosed Gardens showcasing cultures through time.
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In the over 45-hectare parklands, discover walking trails, picnic spots, or savour a meal at the café with scenic views over Turtle Lake. Hamilton Gardens' page is designed to share information about our operations, events and upcoming promotions. We welcome your comments and encourage discussion. We ask that you are polite and respectful with your comments and views. Once comments are po

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🌿 Happy Father's Day!Here's to the dads who are chief explorers, snack carriers, unofficial tour guides, and experts at ...
05/09/2026

🌿 Happy Father's Day!
Here's to the dads who are chief explorers, snack carriers, unofficial tour guides, and experts at finding the best place to stop in the Gardens.
We hope your day is filled with adventure, laughter, and the people who make life bloom. 💚✨🌳

🎉 Hamilton Gardens is a finalist in the Tourism Industry Aotearoa New Zealand Tourism Awards!We're thrilled to be named ...
05/09/2026

🎉 Hamilton Gardens is a finalist in the Tourism Industry Aotearoa New Zealand Tourism Awards!

We're thrilled to be named a finalist in the ServiceIQ Tourism Excellence Award (Small-Medium Business) category. With a record 177 entries received this year, we're honoured to be recognised for the evolution of Hamilton Gardens and the positive impact it continues to have on both our community and visitors from around New Zealand and beyond.

In their feedback, the judges praised the "brave" transformation of Hamilton Gardens, highlighting our journey from a public space to a sustainable visitor destination. They recognised our positive tourism and community impact, strong community relationships, and thoughtful approach to sustainability, systems, and long-term success.

We're incredibly proud of this achievement, it reflects the collective effort that goes into Hamilton Gardens every day, the passion of our team, the unwavering support of the community and the vision that continues to guide Hamilton Gardens forward.

We couldn't have achieved this without the people who have championed, visited, supported, and helped shape Hamilton Gardens along the way. Together, we've created something truly special: a place of discovery, connection, and wonder for locals and visitors alike. Thank you for being part of our story. 💚

We're looking forward to joining tourism operators from across Aotearoa in Christchurch on 4 November for the awards ceremony. Wish us luck! 🌿✨

01/09/2026

What happens when art and gardens come together?🌿🎨
New Zealand artist Flox worked with the Hamilton Gardens team to create a bespoke artwork inspired by the stories, cultures and plants represented throughout our Enclosed Gardens.

Featuring six botanicals and the iconic Hamilton Gardens quadrant, the design celebrates the diversity and beauty that make Hamilton Gardens so unique.

Next time you're visiting, keep an eye out for the mural and don't forget to stop by the Hamilton Gardens Shop, where you'll find an exclusive range featuring this vibrant artwork. 🌸

🌾🎃 The 2026 Scarecrow Festival is back, and entries are now open!Have you ever thought about creating your own scarecrow...
31/08/2026

🌾🎃 The 2026 Scarecrow Festival is back, and entries are now open!

Have you ever thought about creating your own scarecrow? Now's the perfect time to get involved in this much-loved community event and let your imagination run wild.

We encourage schools, kindergartens, early childhood centres, clubs, families, and individuals to take part. Whether you're creating as a class, a community group, or on your own, it's a wonderful opportunity to get creative, have fun, and be part of a festival that brings colour and character to our community.

📅 Save the date: Scarecrow Festival Day is Sunday 1 November 2026.
From playful personalities to clever creations, we can't wait to see scarecrows displayed in the Kitchen Garden for the festival.

👉 Visit the website for the entry form, competition details, and everything you need to know: https://bit.ly/3UuLx43

Gather your friends, whaanau, classmates or colleagues and start planning your scarecrow masterpiece today! 🌻✨

One afternoon. Countless destinations.Where else can you wander from Italy to China, India to Ancient Egypt, all in a si...
22/08/2026

One afternoon. Countless destinations.
Where else can you wander from Italy to China, India to Ancient Egypt, all in a single visit?
Which garden transports you the furthest from home?

Go Behind the Scenes at Hamilton Gardens 🌿Curious about what happens beyond the garden paths? Join an exclusive behind-t...
20/08/2026

Go Behind the Scenes at Hamilton Gardens 🌿
Curious about what happens beyond the garden paths? Join an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour and discover the stories, planning, and care that bring Hamilton Gardens to life.
These special tours are proudly brought to you by the Friends of Hamilton Gardens, offering a unique opportunity to see the Gardens from a whole new perspective.
📅 Friday 11 September | Thursday 17 September
🕘 9.00am departure
🎟️ $25 per person
⚠️ Limited spaces available
For more information and to book your place, visit: https://bit.ly/45HTPYC

📸: Grant Sheehan

18/08/2026

While our Medieval Garden is still taking shape, we thought we'd give you a little glimpse behind the garden gate...
Discover some of the fascinating elements that make a medieval garden unique, from practical planting to symbolic features that tell stories of a different time.

This is just a taste of what's to come as this exciting new garden continues to grow.
📅 Opening: Thursday 24 September

🏰 The wait is nearly over...Step through the gates of history when the Medieval Garden officially opens on Thursday 24 S...
15/08/2026

🏰 The wait is nearly over...
Step through the gates of history when the Medieval Garden officially opens on Thursday 24 September!

Inspired by the monasteries of the Middle Ages, discover a world of healing herbs, whispered prayers, and centuries-old traditions of care and contemplation.

Get ready to explore our medieval monastery garden and let your imagination take root.

📅 Opening: Thursday 24 September

✨ A little piece of Italy, with a touch of Hamilton history.The Piazza is inspired by an Italian Rotonda - a central gat...
14/08/2026

✨ A little piece of Italy, with a touch of Hamilton history.
The Piazza is inspired by an Italian Rotonda - a central gathering space designed for people to meet and relax. The bricks used in its paving and arches were recycled from Hamilton's former Embassy and Regent Theatres, giving new life to a piece of the city's history. 🏛️

Want to uncover more fascinating stories like this? Pick up an audio guide on your next visit and discover the hidden details behind the Gardens' many treasures.

Arbor Day by the numbers...🌱 1,050 native plants🙋 25 Hamilton Gardens staff and volunteers⏱️ 1 hour📍 Hungerford Crescent...
12/08/2026

Arbor Day by the numbers...
🌱 1,050 native plants
🙋 25 Hamilton Gardens staff and volunteers
⏱️ 1 hour
📍 Hungerford Crescent entrance

Not a bad morning's work!
This morning our team gathered together to plant a mix of Ake Ake, Dwarf Flax, Maanuka, Kaanuka, Titoki and Cabbage Trees along one of the main entry routes into Hamilton Gardens in record time. To quick to get any action shots!

Right now they might look small, but give them a few years to settle in and this roadside corridor will be transformed into a lush native landscape, creating a beautiful welcome for everyone arriving at the Gardens.

A huge thank you to everyone who rolled up their sleeves and got stuck in for Arbor Day. 🌿💚

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Hungerford Crescent, SH1 (Off Cobham Drive)
Hamilton
3216

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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