About Cambridge

THE "TOWN OF TREES"

The stunning autumn colours... the promise of spring... and the languid leafy green of summer provide a spectacular backdrop for a community well-versed in the gentle art of recreation.

Many of Cambridge's attractions are free. Historic Cambridge has much to offer visitors. The community is based around its heritage and its inheritance of fine gardens and parks, lovingly treated over the years. Walkways are plentiful, try the Heritage Trail (see 25 historically significant sites on the 1¾ hour walk around central Cambridge and experience 140 years of change). The Cambridge Museum is a treasure trove of memorabilia and the fine arts collection at the Cambridge Public Library is well worthwhile.

Those seeking action can try jetboating, jet-skiing or canoeing on the Waikato River, or delve into one of Cambridge's nightspots.

You may prefer to go on scenic day tours, trout fishing, horse riding or horse stud visits.

Cambridge is known for its leading role in New Zealand's thoroughbred industry, and travelers can get an entertaining insight into this side by visiting New Zealand Horse Magic or by visiting one of the many thoroughbred farms nearby.

Night Trotting at Cambridge Raceway is a memorable way to spend time out.

Few towns in New Zealand can match the number of artists' and craft shops that Cambridge can offer. Cambridge Country Store is said to be New Zealand's largest retail craft centre, and it has won national tourism awards. Housed in a converted 1898 church, its status as a national tourist attraction in its own right means the cream of New Zealand artists and artisans vie for exposure.

Cambridge is noted for the quality and number of its antique shops and galleries, which attract serious collectors from all over the world, amateurs are welcome to visit, and many do in order to take a treasure home.

Dining out includes fine dining establishments, bring-your-own (BYO) wine venues and fully-licenced restaurants.

location and proximity to attractions

Cambridge is ideally situated just 10 minutes drive from Hamilton airport and is an excellent base for local events and attractions such as:

Lake Karapiro: home to the 2010 World Rowing Championships as well as a favourite destination for a host of water sports

Hamilton: is fast becoming a major events centre, with the recent "Fight of the Century" and the annual V8 Supercars

Rotorua: geothermal region and renowned heartland of Maori culture

Waitomo Caves: the home of New Zealand's world famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves and legendary black water rafting

Lake Taupo: world famous trout fishing destination

Maungatautari Ecological Island Trust: an internationally significant restoration project and a beautiful new home to reintroduced kiwi and other native birds

Vilagrad Winery: the Waikato region's oldest established winery, founded 1922

Mystery Creek: hosting events such at the National Agricultural Field Days as well as local and national sporting and cultural events