Parks & Nature
Victoria Park
22 Naylor StView Wallaby's for free, stunning plant displays, childrens playground, Velodrome etc
Knottingley Park
145 Waihao Back RoadRedwoods and Oaks abound in this park planted in the late 1800's
Remnant native forest. Short 10 minute drive from Waimate. Also Kelsey's Bush at the end of Mill Rd
gunns bush
36 Gunns Bush RdRemnant native forest. Short 10 minute drive from Waimate. Also Kelsey's Bush at the end of Mill Rd
Getting Around
Waimate station
Intercity Bus stop
Food Scene
Great views over the Canterbury Plains, walking access to the Whitehorse track.
Harvest Kitchen And Bar
228 Point Bush RdGreat views over the Canterbury Plains, walking access to the Whitehorse track.
Rainbow Dairy
85 Queen StreetDrinks & Nightlife
Royal Tavern
30 Shearman StMeet the locals, great pub food, a classic rural town pub
Sightseeing
Stunning views over the Canterbury Plains. Walk or ride. Take a picnic lunch, take an hour or make a day of it.
White Horse Monument
Centrewood Park RoadStunning views over the Canterbury Plains. Walk or ride. Take a picnic lunch, take an hour or make a day of it.
Arts & Culture
Waimate Historical Museum
28 Shearman StEssentials
New World Waimate
95 Queen StHours: 08:00 - 20:00 (8Am - 8PM)