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Cambridge Must-Do's
Maungatautari/Sanctuary Mountain
The sanctuary’s 47km-long predator-proof fence allows endangered species to flourish. Independent or guided tours available, a 25-minute drive from Cambridge.
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Monavale Blueberries
With PYO blueberries, a playground and Café Irresistiblue with a very berry menu.
Cycle Trails
There are plenty of routes to give your wheels a good spin here. Bike rental from the i-SITE.
Cambridge Hall © Hamilton Waikato Tourism
Te Awa River Ride
Tracing the banks of Waikato River, the wide, easy path connects Ngāruawāhia in the north to Karāpiro in the south, passing through Hamilton en route. The ride is 70km in total, the final Hamilton Gardens to Cambridge section is under construction.
The Red Barn Farm
Experience a 60-minute guided tour of a Waikato working dairy farm and butter-making demos.
Avantidrome Cycling Velodrome
Descend here for The Gallagher bike park, a favourite with families, book a ‘Have a Go’ session with an Avantidrome coach or simply sit and spectate.
The Walk of Fame
To celebrate Cambridge's sporting achievers, from equestrians to rowers, a pou or plaque has been erected in their honour. Located on Duke Street.
Markets
The weekly farmers’ market pops up every Saturday from 8am until midday on Victoria Square, and the Trash ‘N' Treasure second-hand bazaar occurs every second Sunday of the month.
Lake Karāpiro
A man-made hydroelectric lake just 10 minutes from Cambridge now a world-class rowing venue. When it’s rowing season, watch a regatta or bring your boat, barbecue and tent, and set up camp over summer. Stand-up paddleboarding and after-dark kayaking excursions are popular.
