Fairfield Bridge, Hamilton

Name: Fairfield Bridge
Address: Hamilton, New Zealand

#14 among attractions in Hamilton

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Fairfield Bridge is a tied-arch bridge on the Waikato River in Fairfield, Hamilton, New Zealand. It is one of six bridges in the city. It spans from River Road, on the east bank of the river, to Victoria Street, on the west side. ()

Opened: 26 April 1937 (87 years ago)Coordinates: 37°46'19"S, 175°16'12"E

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Fairfield Bridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Waikato Stadium, Centre Place, Seddon Park, Waikato Museum.

0.6 miS
Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums, Sport
Waikato Stadium, Hamilton
17 min walk • Waikato Stadium, known for its prominent standing in the heart of Hamilton, New Zealand, is a bastion of sports and entertainment in the region. Built on the site of the former Rugby Park, the stadium has been the focal point for major sporting events since its opening...
1.2 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Centre Place, Hamilton
31 min walk • Centre Place, nestled in the heart of Hamilton, New Zealand, stands as a premier shopping destination for both locals and visitors alike. This bustling shopping centre is a vibrant hub of retail activity, offering a diverse range of stores that cater to every taste...
1.2 miS
Sport venue, Outdoor activities, Sport
Seddon Park, Hamilton
31 min walk • Seddon Park, nestled in the bustling city of Hamilton, New Zealand, stands as a premier sports venue with a specific penchant for cricket. This picturesque ground, known for its village green setting, is characterized by its grassy banks and a relaxed atmosphere...
1.5 miSE
Exhibits on Waikato's history and culture
Waikato Museum, Hamilton
40 min walk • The Waikato Museum, located in the vibrant city of Hamilton, New Zealand, stands as a beacon of cultural heritage and artistic expression. This dynamic institution offers a window into the rich tapestry of the region's history, art, and science.
1.7 miSE
Museum, History museum
Beale Cottage, Hamilton
44 min walk • Beale Cottage is situated on the corner of Beale and Grey street in Hamilton, New Zealand. Constructed in 1872, it stands as one of Hamilton's oldest surviving homes. It was designed by one of Hamilton's first European settlers, Dr. Bernard Beale, and used as his family residence, surgery and registry office.
1.2 miSE
Monuments and statues
Statue of John Fane Charles Hamilton, Hamilton
32 min walk • A bronze statue of Captain John Fane Charles Hamilton was installed for seven years, in Hamilton, New Zealand, from in 2013 until removal in June 2020. The settlement of Hamilton was named after Captain Hamilton, a British naval officer who was killed in action during colonial invasion of Maori land at the Battle of Gate Pā.
1.3 miSE
Nightlife, Casino, Gambling
Skycity Entertainment Group, Hamilton
33 min walk • SkyCity Entertainment Group, also known as simply SkyCity, is a gambling and entertainment company based in Auckland, New Zealand. It owns and operates five casino properties in New Zealand and Australia, which include a variety of restaurants and bars, three luxury hotels, convention centre, and Auckland's Sky Tower.
1.1 miSE
Bridge
Claudelands Bridge, Hamilton
29 min walk • Claudelands Bridge is a dual-lane truss road bridge over the Waikato River, joining Claudelands with Hamilton Central. In 1968 it was converted from the old railway bridge, which had been completed about the end of July 1883. The road bridge was given a Category 2 listing in 1985.
1.3 miSE
Library
Hamilton City Libraries, Hamilton
34 min walk • Hamilton City Libraries are a group of six libraries in Hamilton, New Zealand, owned by the local city council. They lend fiction and non-fiction, magazines, audiobooks, CDs and DVDs. In December 2016, a substitute library compensated for the temporarily closed Central branch. Waikato residents can freely use the Hamilton libraries.
1.4 miSE
37°47'20"S • 175°17'6"E
Riff Raff Statue, Hamilton
37 min walk • Monuments and statues, Sculpture
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Bridge
Whitiora Bridge, Hamilton
13 min walk • Whitiora Bridge is a prestressed concrete box girder bridge in Hamilton, New Zealand, spanning the Waikato River. It cost $2.35m, or $3.4m including the approach roads, and was opened at the start of a weekend of Centennial celebrations, on 11 February 1978, by representatives...