Our green outdoor space is always open. Our discovery centre is open every day except Sundays and public holidays.
You'll find us right in central Hastings, on the corner of Southampton Street and Hastings Street.
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Plan your visit
Accessibility
Our whole site is wheelchair and mobility-scooter friendly. You'll find ramp access at the Hastings Street entrance.
Parking
Street parking is on Southampton Street South and Hastings Street. There is also disability parking beside the Hastings Street entrance.
Food and drink
You're welcome to bring your own food and drink when you visit. Pack a picnic and enjoy it in our gardens. Quench your thirst at the drinking fountain outside Te Whare Waiaroha (no food or drink allowed inside).
There is no food for sale at Waiaroha but you'll find lots of places to eat around the corner along Heretaunga Street.
Toilets and changing rooms
Waiaroha has public toilets available.
Visitor journey
Outdoors
Our outdoor space takes you on a journey from mountains to sea. Follow the colourful panels and touch, turn, lift and slide to learn about our water. See inside the drinking water treatment plant along the way.
Water features
Pump, spray and twist water at our hands-on water features.
Indoors
Te Whare Waiaroha, our indoor discovery centre, is full of games and activities for all ages. Chill with a storybook or watch a film if you need a break from all the action.
Book a school visit
We'd love to host your class at Waiaroha. Contact us for more infomation.
Outdoor area – open every day
Te Whare Waiaroha visitor centre – Mon to Sat, 10am to 4pm
Closed public holidays
Waiaroha is proudly operated by Hastings District Council
