Location: Palmerston North
Top Things to do in Palmerston North
Top Restaurants in Palmerston North
10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Palmerston North That You Shouldn't Miss
Motto(s): Palmam Qui Meruit Ferat
Restaurants in Palmerston North
1. New Zealand Rugby Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 192 reviews
The sport that shaped a nation.How did rugby come to play such an important role in the culture and heritage of New Zealand, and why are the All Blacks so good? Our Balls, Bullets and Boots Exhibition opens on 22nd August - Rugby Remembers WW1. Explore the rich history and folklore of the nation's game, see some of the world's rarest rugby artefacts, and learn about some of our rugby greats. You can get active by testing your rugby skills in the dedicated "Have A Go" area and measure yourself against the best.
Reviewed By Jadedog - Waikanae, New Zealand
Some fantastic historical items as well as contemporary pieces. A great collection of rugby and its intertwining into nz culture. A MUST see if in the Manawatu!! An active zone (designed for kids to test themselves) provides a distraction to all members of the family. Very knowledgeable and friendly volunteers to assist and explain items.
2. Te Manawa Museum of Art, Science & Heritage
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 235 reviews
At the cultural heart of our city, Te Manawa draws art, science and heritage together to reflect our past, illuminate the present and inspire a creative and sustainable future for our growing region and its people. Our public want deeper and more energetic access to their museums. They want to see and hear their stories told, in their own voices. They are right to demand inclusion, representation and participation. These make for personal experiences that touch them emotionally, inspire them creatively and give life and mana to their collective heritage – making for an exciting place to live. The main goal of Te Manawa Museums Trust is to provide the people of Manawatū and beyond with interactive experiences in art, science and heritage. For us, it is all about connection. People should feel passionate and excited about, and attached to Te Manawa, the collections we care for, and the experiences we shape with them.
Reviewed By Companion651122 - Palmerston North, New Zealand
Excellent Museum for adults and children. The kids play area for under 7s is fantastic for the young ones to explore things. The social history gallery is great to look into the display cases to see things that have gone by. The staff are very friendly and accommodating.
3. Centrepoint Theatre
4. Cathedral of the Holy Spirit
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By RobertR616 - Palmerston North, New Zealand
First visit for me and it just has an amazing presence about where it sits in Broadway as you can see the Cathedral in all its glory. It has been well maintained and that is great to see as a lot of the older places are getting demolished now, it would be super if the place had tours that you could go up the spier. Inside is just breathtaking and l was in awe of everything l looked at so make time and visit this superb place you certainly will not have trouble finding it.
5. Inspire Me
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
The Inspire Me Store and Wellness Centre is the creation of Michelle Grey, a woman with a passion for personal development and the Law of Attraction. In establishing Inspire Me in 2009, Michelle wanted to create a place where people could find tools such as books, CDs, DVDs and card decks that would help them navigate this exciting journey called life. Discovering Abraham-Hicks and Wayne Dyer that year transformed her life, resulting in the creation of Inspire Me. Michelle's love of beautiful things means the store is constantly filled with an interesting and eclectic range of gifts. A variety of holistic services are offered daily by independent practitioners working out of rooms at Inspire Me. We invite you to experience Inspire Me and perhaps allow your life to be transformed. Namaste
6. Waireka Honey Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Waireka Honey Shop - We produce and stock an extensive range of 100% Natural New Zealand Honey and Bee Products. Including Manuka Honey. We also have a wide variety of Healthcare and Skincare products. Plus a delicious range of Honey Mead and Liqueurs. We also have a live observation Beehive in the Shop. Do try one of our legendary honey based ice-creams or a Real Berry ice-cream!
Reviewed By Jadedog - Waikanae, New Zealand
Fantastic stop on the Foxton Sanson highway. Outstanding ice cream with honey flavour or other delicious options. Very good range of honey and bee/honey products. Creams and health products. Definitely worth a stop on the way north or south on a journey to Welly
7. Lido Aquatic Centre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By Journey798099
Visited 16th Jan with 2 young kids aged 8&9, youngest child couldn't ride indoor slides but other than that we got full access for the family for about $50. Great facilities & we had tons of fun on the outdoor slides & diving pool. Can take own food in, bbq facilities, volleyball net onsite so do take a volleyball if keen for a game of volley. Will definately visit again!
8. The Plaza Shopping Centre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 38 reviews
The Plaza is a shopping centre based in Palmerston North, and is proudly owned and operated by Kiwi Property.
Reviewed By 992dianeg - Levin, New Zealand
the Palmerston North Plaza is one of the best with a cross selection of shops and a great food court its always clean and at the right temperature.
9. FlipCity Trampoline Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 14 reviews
Flip City is Palmerston North’s first indoor trampoline park with over 970m2 of interconnected trampolines from the floor to the walls. Flip City is a fun, interactive place to bring your kids, friends and family. Have your birthday with us or book us out for your own private function. We are a safe place that you can come to relax, have a coffee and let our staff look after your children. Our vision is to create a place that is safe for everyone, no matter what is going on in their life. Kids and adults alike. Come and hang out with our amazing staff who love to hang out with the little ones, kids, teens and adults. We have great barista made coffee just for you. Relax with a coffee while your kids jump or jump yourself and get some exercise.
Reviewed By Pru-from-Dunedin - Dunedin, New Zealand
This indoor facility provides a wonderful active experience for children aged 4 -16. with multiple bouncy activities and a light airy and cheerful atmosphere, it will give traveling children a real work out on a rainy day. Very clean, awesome staff and pleasant smelling - some of these places are dark dingy and gruesome smelling - this place is none of these. The facilities are clean, toilets are well presented, smell clean and are light and airy. The food stall is sufficient with coffee as well as healthy snacks - there is no overpowering smell of hot chips - a refreshing change from other children activity centres. Best asset - the staff - lovely young men and women work at the centre and are actively jumping with the children, showing them tricks, encouraging their challenge by choice and role modeling good attitude. These teenagers are talented athletes, a delight to watch, are lovely with the kids, encouraging, positive and inclusive. Price $10 for a child - we stayed for 2 and 1/2 hours in school holidays for this price. the price was for one hour, but if the cetre is quiet, there appears to be little focus on the time spent. $2.50 special socks need to be purchased - but you get to keep these and use them another day if you return.
10. Real Escape Game
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 9 reviews
What is Real Escape Game? Within 60 minutes, TRAPPED together or ESCAPE together. Using the secret room's hidden clues and puzzles, link them together, and find the answer within the time limit. Clues within clues, step by step, get to the answer to open the gate or key. A phenomenon in the United States, Japan and China, where more than 1,000,000 people have played the game around the world
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