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Waihi Gold Discovery Centre & Mine Tours
Address: 126 Seddon Street, Waihi 3610, New Zealand
Phone: 07 863 9015
State: Waikato
City: Waihi
Zip Code: 3610


Opening Hours

Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Reviews
The Waihi Gold Recovery Centre, located near the iconic Martha Pit in Waihi, New Zealand, is an excellent destination for anyone interested in learning about the region's rich mining history and the process of gold recovery. This fascinating center provides an educational and insightful experience for visitors, making it a must-see for history buffs and those curious about the gold mining industry.nnThe center offers a unique opportunity to explore how gold is extracted and processed, with informative exhibits and interactive displays that cover the entire mining process, from excavation to recovery. The knowledgeable staff are passionate about the industry and are more than happy to share insights into the technology and methods used in the modern-day gold recovery process. Visitors can learn about the history of the Martha Pit, which has been in operation for over 100 years, and its significance to the local community.nnOne of the highlights of the Waihi Gold Recovery Centre is the chance to view the Martha Pit itself, which is an impressive open-pit gold mine. The sheer scale of the pit is awe-inspiring, and visitors can get a real sense of the engineering feats involved in extracting gold from the earth. The view from the viewing platform is breathtaking, offering a clear perspective of the pit’s depth and the surrounding landscape.nnThe center is well-maintained, with informative signage and a comfortable, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re visiting with family, friends, or on your own, the Waihi Gold Recovery Centre is a fascinating and educational stop that provides a deeper understanding of New Zealand’s gold mining heritage. Highly recommended for anyone interested in learning more about this unique aspect of the region!
Absolute top class staff who helped us in the best way possible with our bike hire. From advise for the rute to the management of the bikes, they nailed it. Thanks a lot!
A must see static display and the guided tour was very informative.Staff are all very friendly and helpful.
Lady inside full of valuable infonas to the operations of the mine.nI wasn't aware it is all undergroundnas the open mine had a large slip,nwhich stopped external mining at this stage.nWahi looks a small quiet town great for history tours but told it's a hive of activity.
Like all the info centres in new Zealand, there are always all kind of local info you wante and need, plus the lady working there when we arrived was very very warm hearted and knowledgeable.nThe most enjoyable part in Waihi is Pit Rim Walkway, which has lots of accesses, and one is just cross the road with the info centre. We had a really great time walking through in a light rain
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