The Gold Discovery Centre is the hub for visitor activities and 'all things gold' in Waihi.
Travel back in time and enjoy a ride on a heritage train with Goldfields Railway. Journey between Waihi and Waikino at the eastern end of the spectacular Karangahake Gorge.
Follow the Ohinemuri River through the Karangahake Gorge from Waihi to Paeroa. Stop at the Owharoa Falls, gold mining sites, the Victoria Battery and Museum.
Tramway rides, museum and guided tours through the underground roasting ore kilns’ tunnel.
A 9-kilometer white sand surf beach with a relaxed vibe, boutique shops, eateries, and access to bush walks and secluded bays.
History of the gold mining era (1880s - 1950s) in the Karangahake and Waihi area with regularly changing art and craft exhibitions.