Location: Palmerston North
Top Things to do in Palmerston North
Top Restaurants in Palmerston North
The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Palmerston North, North Island
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. Victoria Esplanade Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 491 reviews
Reviewed By rev2000 - Sydney, Australia
Victoria Esplanade Garden is a place where you can never say enough. It has so much to offer. A beautiful Rose Garden, Nature trail bush walks, Manawatu River walk, small aviary, Coffee shop and above all a Mini Railway where you enjoy a 2200 meter track through the bushes and forests.
5. Robertson Holden International Speedway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By m2nkin - Hamilton, New Zealand
We go every year to the Teams Champs, always great racing, the crowds are normally all well handled, the food vendors are always good. The queues for the ladies toilets are just crazy though, you often miss a whole race waiting in line!
6. Palmerston North i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 106 reviews
Providing a comprehensive information and booking service for Palmerston North City and New Zealand, the i-SITE is your one stop shop for all things travel! Based centrally in the middle of The Square, Qualmark endorsed and a part of New Zealand's official Visitor Information Network, i-SITE's friendly staff will help you plan your perfect holiday, journey or adventure.
Reviewed By palmykop - Waikanae, New Zealand
Staff are helpful and have a good knowledge of the area so can make helpful suggestions. Due to the location there is ample parking in the area.
7. Dugald MacKenzie Rose Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 62 reviews
Reviewed By nibacchus - Mount Waverley, Australia
Walk through the rose garden during bloom time. See the colours on display. Breathe in the fragrant scents, especially the Double Delight variety There are more than 80 varieties to see. Take a stroll around the adjoining park to see the birds or cross the road to see the Manawatu River and walk along its bank. Also enjoy the cherry blossoms at the entrance during spring time.
8. 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.
9. 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
10. Palmerston North Clock Tower
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 177 reviews
Reviewed By LilyChak - Auckland Central, New Zealand
Its in the center of The Square, Palmerston North. The icon of the city center. The clock and chimes were moved from the post office after the 1942 earthqake.
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