Just 30km away, 25 min. Kopu/Thames is the gateway to the Coromandel Peninsula. This old township has good shopping, cafes, restaurants, a McDonalds, KFC and several pubs, like the Junction. Also there’s several local tourist activities, like the goldmine tours.
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Paeroa
30 minutes drive south and whilst on your way to Waihi beach, stop at Paeroa. A small town (that is big enough to have a McDonald’s), is also the home of the famous Lemon & Paeroa drink. This, from an earlier time when the town used water from a natural spring to make a delightful[Read More]
Matamata & District
If you want a good day trip to the south, them there’s a lot going on in the farming district. Matamata, 75min from Miranda, is a nice country town, with ample walks and things to do. Start at the Matamata iSite Centre Hobbiton Movie Set Allow 90 minutes drive from Miranda. The Hobbiton Movie set[Read More]
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