Attractions

About Thames

Thames is the main commercial centre for the Coromandel Peninsula and the adjacent region. It is an ideal place to base a holiday.

Founded in 1867, Thames is truly a colonial town. The Gold rush and boom days have left the town with a unique character for the visitor to explore and enjoy.Shortland Court Accommodation is an ideal Base to start your adventures.

What to do in Thames

Within the town there is a wide range of attractions and activities which can be enjoyed by visitors;

• Restaurants and Cafes
• shopping
• gold mine tours
• Olde Grahamstown with the museum and school of mines museum
• Goldfields shopping mall
• Train rides
• Tropical butterfly garden
• Croquet and sports clubs of all types
• Golf
• Something for everyone at the Saturday Market, 9am-12 noon.

Kauaeranga Valley

A highlight of the region is the Kauaeranga Valley, an extensive area of mostly forest park with magnificent hill and bush scenery, stony streams, swimming holes, walking,tramping, camping and picnic spots. The rugged hills, which include Table Mountain (846m) and the Pinnacles (759m), provide a spectacular backdrop.

The Coromandel

The Coromandel's dramatic and unspoiled coast, with native Pohutukawa trees on the western side and beautiful white sandy beaches on the east, offers endless opportunities for fishing, diving, boating, surfing and swimming.

Enjoy the unique experience of Hot Water Beach where, at low tide, you can dig in the sand, allowing the sulphur heated waters to rise to the top to create your very own thermal spa. Swim with dolphins, hire a kayak and explore the many off shore islands or simply let the azure water lap at your feet and marvel at the beauty of the Pacific Ocean.