Children's entertainment in New Zealand

“Great playground with an excellent flying fox, can't wait until the playing field next door is ready to play some footie”

“Great park great playground. Loads of fun and have a toilet near by. Beach is not far away”

“Great fun for all ages. My daughters loved the pony rides. They were a bit nervous, but the people working the pony rides were so nice and made my girls comfortable and have an awesome time. Lots of other beautiful and interesting animals to see and feed.”

“Dylan, you nailed it! One happy man with 2 pairs of work jeans in under 15 mins! Lovely service and eager to help! Thankyou for saving me an hour of ummmmm and errrrrrr with Mr Indecisive.”

“An amazing place for kids, teens and even adults. A crazy selection of different activities there. Will definitely be back again.”

“A wonderful place with plenty of variety of toys and games for children.”

“What a great place to go with the family. Great beach with lifeguard, playground pool and mountain bike trails. Huge amount of walking tracks through forest and along the wetlands with lots of birds. The beach is huge and great to drive along. Highly recommend.”

“Nice local space, boasting a disc golf course, small playground, skate park and a pond surrounded by lovely trees and plants. Very family friendly.”

“A must place to visit. The walk through story of the big 2020 and 2011 quakes are very well documented. All the staff were very informative and welcoming.”

“Warm and kind Lady Emma who teaches our horse riding class very happy and joyful. Definitely we will come back.”

“Great visit thanks to the volunteers keeping this running. Support this marvellous place, an-example of how the “old timers” lived. Brent at the model trains was particularly interesting. I hope the government can also see the value and start the funding once again.”

“Great little pop up museum while the main one is worked on”

“Friendly staff and great prices. Track is short but technical with different hairpins and turns. It’s also wide enough for overtaking other drives. I had a great experience here as a tourist.”

“Great location as my son needed surgery at Southern Cross Hospital which was just down the road , easy check in and check out, rooms, bathroom very clean and due to location being on a main road I thought the traffic would keep us up but didn’t at all, also extra bonus it has 3 bedrooms so my son, myself and parents all got their own room. Thank you.”

“Great place and alot of fun. Our host Kaydence made it a very enjoyable experience. Will definitely come back again”

“Nice skatepark and playground..clean toilets easy street parking.Rose garden is in full bloom”

“A great little children's play area. Safely fenced with a variety of play equipment, including a fantastic curving slide - I know cos grandad had to have a good too. Our 2½ year old granddaughter loves going there but older children would enjoy it too.”

“Very nice to visit the Victoria Park and the flowers and trees are very good.”

“Nice hot spa while watching grandies in lazy river and shallow pool”

“Live this place. Friendly staff. Clean theater Our local. Great films And special events”

“Very nice place for family and kids to visit,plenty of room and activities for the kids. Bbq area to cook food. Clean restrooms with plenty of stalls so there are no lines. A lovely view of the lake to be enjoyed by all”

“My moko loved this place,made a few friends here. Sadly not with us anymore but his friends remember him.”

“A very nice Walk along the river , scenic view, easy paveway , good for all ages , not a big park”

“Hayes Paddock is a delightful spot in Hamilton that perfectly balances natural beauty with a touch of local history. The park is beautifully maintained, offering a peaceful retreat with plenty of green space to relax, play, or have a picnic. The walk along the Waikato River is particularly scenic, and the views are simply stunning, especially during sunrise or sunset. What I love most about Hayes Paddock is the sense of community it fosters. The area feels safe and welcoming, with friendly locals and a charming, laid-back atmosphere. The nearby cafes are fantastic for grabbing a coffee or a bite to eat after a leisurely stroll. Whether you're a local or just visiting, Hayes Paddock is a must-visit. It's a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, offering a tranquil setting to unwind and enjoy the beauty of Hamilton. Highly recommend!”

“Walk my dog here most days, awesome area for daily exercise, only thing that ruins it, are people ripping up the grass on dirtbikes.”

“One of the best places for cherry blossom viewing in Spring”

“We were invited to the Special Children's Christmas Party. Awesome venue, lots of indoor space, huge kitchen, plenty of toilets. Kids lived it!”

“I seldom buy items as I am gradually down sizing but the back room staff here are absolutely awesome. Always a pleasant experience dropping items off.”

“Amazing place, we had a family Christmas there with 20 people & never felt like we were in each other's way, really keen to go back Would recommend to everyone”

“The upgrades to this facility are fantastic. It's clean, the animals are well cared for and happy, and the staff are knowledgeable and friendly. The map is well laid out with plenty of play areas sprinkled throughout, as well as restrooms and snack opportunities. Disability access is decent, but there are some steep areas. The cafe is good, with a smaller outlet next to the playground. There is a decent selection of gluten and dairy free snacks, as well as alternative milks for surprisingly good coffee.”