With some awesome road trip options available in the surrounding area, having your own car makes sense. Without one, it wouldn’t be half as easy to explore everything that Waihi, 20 miles away, has to offer. Owharoa Falls ought to be high up on your list here. Waihi Waterlily Gardens and Orokawa Bay are also not to be missed. Situated 40 miles away, Hamilton is another popular tourist destination. If you drop by, be sure to check out SkyCity Hamilton, The Base and Hamilton Gardens.