What to do and see in Thames, North Island: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

April 16, 2022 Milan Banda

Discover the best top things to do in Thames, New Zealand including Burke Street Wharf, Goldmine Experience, Kauaeranga Visitor Centre, Thames School of Mines and Mineralogical Museum, JollyBikes, Thames i-SITE Visitor Information Centre, Kauaeranga Kauri Trail (Pinnacles Walk), Waiomu Kauri Grove Walk, Thames Historical Museum, Miranda Hot Springs.
Restaurants in Thames

1. Burke Street Wharf

Burke Street West Moanataiari, Thames New Zealand
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4.5 based on 35 reviews

Burke Street Wharf

Reviewed By 491wendym

We went to this historic site to take some photographs and we were not disappointed. The tide ws was high and the sunset was stunning, when you look at this site alot of history and the days that were come to mind

2. Goldmine Experience

Main Rd, SH25, Thames 2801 New Zealand +64 7-868 8514 [email protected] http://www.goldmine-experience.co.nz
Excellent
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4.5 based on 100 reviews

Goldmine Experience

NOTICE: STEAM DAYS COMING UP QUEEN'S BIRTHDAY WEEKEND, JUNE 2021. We fire up our steam engine only a few times a year. For a unique experience witness a C19th gold-mining plant being run by a steam engine. NO EXTRA CHARGE ON ENTRY FEES - STEAM DAYS, 5, 6, 7 JUNE. For the past 60 years, we have developed our site into the main tourist attraction in Thames, almost entirely with voluntary labour. We take guided tours through C.19th century tunnels, demonstrate ancient gold processing machinery including a big stamper battery (rarely seen today) and visitors can pan for gold and keep any specks they find. Open school holidays in winter 10am-1pm every day and otherwise in winter 10-1 at weekends and public holidays. Spring and Summer open every day 10-4 except Christmas Day, Easter Friday and Anzac Day morning.

Reviewed By kimsK4322IS - Tauranga, New Zealand

This experience is run by fantastic volunteers who are knowledgable about the mining process. They explain how the gold was mined and you get a chance to walk thru two levels of mine shafts. Completely recommend and fine for small children. People taller than 5 6 will spend their time in the shaft bent but it's not too long. Opportunity to learn gold panning as well for the kids

3. Kauaeranga Visitor Centre

Kauaeranga Valley Road, Thames New Zealand +64 7-867 9080 [email protected] http://www.doc.govt.nz/link/c6d44bb954234d6fb4119fd3fd45dbdc.aspx
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4.5 based on 60 reviews

Kauaeranga Visitor Centre

Reviewed By forrpomm - Simpsonville, United States

This suprised me. I wasn't expecting much, but it really is a superb learning center. There's a very short hike to see some mining dam remants that is well worth the short walk from the visitors center. From there you can take off to the Pinnacles or take your choice of several other tramps in the immedicate area.

4. Thames School of Mines and Mineralogical Museum

101 Cochrane Street, Thames 3500 New Zealand +64 7-868 6227 http://www.nzmuseums.co.nz/account/3309
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4.5 based on 43 reviews

Thames School of Mines and Mineralogical Museum

Reviewed By flatworm

Absolutely excellent place Thames was the Camborne of New Zealand The School of Mines is as it was vacated - a time capsule and a memorial to the miners of Thames Really excellent mineral collection If you like industrial history a visit is a must , I loved the place and hope to return

5. JollyBikes

96 Richmond Street, Thames 3500 New Zealand +64 7-867 9026 [email protected] http://www.jollybikes.co.nz
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4.5 based on 35 reviews

JollyBikes

JollyBikes Ltd. is a rental business for electric and classic bicycles. Electric bicycles are basically normal pushbikes with a pedaling support that you can opt in. You can cruise along with less effort or take it more sportive - it's up to you now! Slopes or head wind are not a problem any more! Our bikes are easy to ride! Enjoy a cruisy day in the fresh air, without the sweat!

Reviewed By sargnz - Auckland Central, New Zealand

We hired two bikes from Jolly Bikes to do part of the Hauraki Rail Trail. Jolly Bikes had great communication about being closed the day we wanted to pick up (1 Jan) but they would met us at the store that day anyway so we could collect. Also were good about us being half an hour late to return the bikes the next day as it took us longer than anticipated to get back. They gave great advice about where we should go, with maps etc. Really nice bikes and helmets. Would thoroughly recommend for bike hire and purchases as they have a beautiful selection and are very knowledgeable.

6. Thames i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

200 Mary Street, Thames 3500 New Zealand +64 7-868 7284 [email protected] http://www.thecoromandel.com/thames/
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4.5 based on 35 reviews

Thames i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

Reviewed By rotoruasigns - Rotorua, New Zealand

very modern Thames information center with a typically helpful kiwi manager to point you in the right direction to an ideal location on the coromandel peninsular.

7. Kauaeranga Kauri Trail (Pinnacles Walk)

Kauaeranga Valley Road Coromandel Forest Park, Thames New Zealand +64 7-867 9180 [email protected] http://www.doc.govt.nz/link/373d14aec24a485fa98f849707d14e8d.aspx
Excellent
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4.5 based on 35 reviews

Kauaeranga Kauri Trail (Pinnacles Walk)

Always check the website for changes that might affect your trip.

Reviewed By mgoulding2017 - Auckland Central, New Zealand

Excellent hike, track is in great condition and easy to follow. We started at 8am and made it to top of pinnacles by midday. We finished at 4pm so took us 8 hours all up. The motel owner said allow 6.5-8.5 hours to complete so we came within this. phewww Its really windy at the top as its exposed and recommend hiking poles for your knees.

8. Waiomu Kauri Grove Walk

Waiomu Valley Road, Thames New Zealand http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/coromandel/places/coromandel-forest-park/things-to-do/waiomu-kauri-grove/
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4.5 based on 21 reviews

Waiomu Kauri Grove Walk

Reviewed By DiannaC308 - Melbourne, Australia

This is a stunning walk and worth seeing the small Grove of Waiomu Kauri trees. It follows a creek along an old pack saddle route used by miners. NOTE. 1) the initial causeway crossing is likely to have water on it. We waded through as water was only 5cm deep. There are some unstable stepping stones . 2) parking is possible closer to the track start. Drive a further 500m past the sign. Pull off on the left.

9. Thames Historical Museum

Corner of Pollen and Cochrane Streets, Grahamstown, Thames New Zealand +64 7-868 8509 [email protected] http://www.nzmuseums.co.nz/account/3281
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4.0 based on 37 reviews

Thames Historical Museum

Reviewed By doandhopers - Auckland, New Zealand

Staff very knowledgably. We mentioned what and who we were looking and they recommended a couple of places we could visit. Pulled out a couple of books, and then even emailed us the following week with more information. Discovered grandma's grandad, on my father's side, was a Chief in the Fire Brigade in the day,,,,,,,never knew that.

10. Miranda Hot Springs

Front Miranda Road, Miranda, Thames New Zealand +64 7-867 3055 [email protected] http://www.mirandahotsprings.co.nz/
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4.0 based on 181 reviews

Miranda Hot Springs

Reviewed By 759elib - Sydney, Australia

What a gem to relax and unwind in. The pool complex offers two thermal pools- va large one for the whole family (36-38 degrees) and a smaller, hotter adult pool that’s around 41 degrees.

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