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A day out in Palmerston North

Palmerston North is in Manawatū, New Zealand. Hopalong knows 4 things to do and 2 places to eat here. Prices are approximate adult prices in NZ$.

Plan my day in Palmerston North

Top things to do in Palmerston North

  • New Zealand Rugby Museum

    NZ$15 · The Square · about 60 min

    Rugby history, including All Blacks memorabilia.

  • Te Manawa museum

    Free · The Square · about 60 min

    Art, science and history.

  • Victoria Esplanade gardens

    Free · Esplanade · about 75 min

    Rose gardens, aviary and a mini railway.

  • Manawatū Gorge track

    Free · Manawatū Gorge · about 180 min

    Bush walk with river views and wind turbines above.

Free things to do in Palmerston North

  • Te Manawa museum (The Square): Art, science and history.
  • Victoria Esplanade gardens (Esplanade): Rose gardens, aviary and a mini railway.
  • Manawatū Gorge track (Manawatū Gorge): Bush walk with river views and wind turbines above.

Where to eat

  • Café lunch around The Square (The Square, around NZ$22): Cafés in the centre.
  • Dinner on George Street (The Square, around NZ$45): Restaurants and bars.

Step-free and pram-friendly ideas

  • Te Manawa museum · step-free · pram-friendly
  • New Zealand Rugby Museum · step-free
  • Victoria Esplanade gardens · step-free · pram-friendly

Access information can change. Check with the venue if access is essential.

Typical weather in Palmerston North

MonthLowHighRainy days
January13°C23°C8
April9°C18°C10
July4°C13°C12
October9°C18°C10

Approximate long-term averages, not a forecast.

Plan my day in Palmerston North