Guidebook for Palmerston North
Parks & Nature
A range of walks available from short loop track to full day there and back. The iconic Manawatu Gorge is now closed to traffic so this is a way to get a look at it. Also get up close to the windfarm.
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Manawatu Gorge Track - Ashhurst End
1631 Napier RdA range of walks available from short loop track to full day there and back. The iconic Manawatu Gorge is now closed to traffic so this is a way to get a look at it. Also get up close to the windfarm.
A short walk to the local park with free swimming pool, duck pond, play equipment, Valedrome, sports field.
Memorial Park Playground
21 Frederick StA short walk to the local park with free swimming pool, duck pond, play equipment, Valedrome, sports field.
There are many good hiking trails within easy reach of Plamerston North. Explore the Ruahine and Tararua ranges.
The DOC website will have options for everyone.
Department of Conservation - Palmerston North Office
28 North StThere are many good hiking trails within easy reach of Plamerston North. Explore the Ruahine and Tararua ranges.
The DOC website will have options for everyone.
Popular park 12 minutes drive towards Ashhurst, featuring campsites, playground, picnic area with BBQ and open green space for sports. Take some of the numerous short bush walks and have a swim in the river. Views of the wind farm
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Ashhurst Domain
State Highway 3Popular park 12 minutes drive towards Ashhurst, featuring campsites, playground, picnic area with BBQ and open green space for sports. Take some of the numerous short bush walks and have a swim in the river. Views of the wind farm
Less than an hours drive is my favourite place for a day out of town. Drive through a stunning valley and picnic, walk, swim in a large park nestled in native bush.
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Totara Reserve Pohangina
92 Churchill DrLess than an hours drive is my favourite place for a day out of town. Drive through a stunning valley and picnic, walk, swim in a large park nestled in native bush.
Arts & Culture
Located in the city centre our regional cultural centre is a fusion of art, heritage and science. It is well worth spending an hour or so there. There is an old school house and a settlers cottage to explore.
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Te Manawa
326 Main St Located in the city centre our regional cultural centre is a fusion of art, heritage and science. It is well worth spending an hour or so there. There is an old school house and a settlers cottage to explore.
For the rugby fans and visitors to New Zealand who want to learn about our national sport
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New Zealand Rugby Museum
326 Main StFor the rugby fans and visitors to New Zealand who want to learn about our national sport
Food Scene
Local pub with good food within 5 minutes walk. Leave the car and have a few drinks with a nice meal.
Rose and Crown
743 Main StLocal pub with good food within 5 minutes walk. Leave the car and have a few drinks with a nice meal.
Within walking distance and open for lunch and dinner and in between. Good food and nice atmosphere
Aqaba
186 Broadway AveWithin walking distance and open for lunch and dinner and in between. Good food and nice atmosphere
Coffee On The Terrace
2 minutes walk so great for brunch. Really good coffee!
Stads Cafe
737A Main StBest Kiwi Style Fish and Chips. Walk over and make your order or phone ahead to pick up
Yummy fresh bread, pastries and coffee and just by the Saturday Farmers Markets. Eat in or takeaway
BABCO - Brick Artisan Bread Company
95 Albert StYummy fresh bread, pastries and coffee and just by the Saturday Farmers Markets. Eat in or takeaway
Closed Monday and Sundays but fantastic food every other day, 3 mins drive or 7 mins walk
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Nero Restaurant
36 Amesbury StClosed Monday and Sundays but fantastic food every other day, 3 mins drive or 7 mins walk
Essentials
A good Supermarket with all your needs just around the corner. Lotto and a café too
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New World Melody's
Albert StreetA good Supermarket with all your needs just around the corner. Lotto and a café too
Just around the corner Open 8.30am to 5.30pm Mon-Friday
9.30am to 12.30pm Saturday
Terrace End Pharmacy
325 Broadway AveJust around the corner Open 8.30am to 5.30pm Mon-Friday
9.30am to 12.30pm Saturday
City Health Pharmacy
22 Victoria AveOpen till 8pm. 2 minutes by car
Hospital - Ruahine St station
Emergency Department open 24 hours for serious injuries or illnesses
Everything Else
Wander around to the Farmer's market on Saturday mornings 6am to 11.30am. Fresh produce, food, and more. Best to walk and take your own shopping bags
Farmer's Saturday Market
535 Church StWander around to the Farmer's market on Saturday mornings 6am to 11.30am. Fresh produce, food, and more. Best to walk and take your own shopping bags
Getting Around
Only 7 minutes drive and a short taxi ride away. Host may be able to do pickup/drop offs for a small fee.
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Aeroportul Palmerston North
Airport DriveOnly 7 minutes drive and a short taxi ride away. Host may be able to do pickup/drop offs for a small fee.
Intercity Bus Palmerston North
Bus depots are in the Square (Central CBD)
It is a 2 minute walk to catch a bus into the main terminal where there are links to other routes. Students with ID are free.
Main St Terminal station
It is a 2 minute walk to catch a bus into the main terminal where there are links to other routes. Students with ID are free.
Drinks & Nightlife
Speights Ale House
27 Grey StLively place with good restaurant. Nice outdoor area
Micro brewery, bar and eatery with a huge range of beer and a buzzing atmosphere.
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Brew Union Brewing Co
41 Broadway AveMicro brewery, bar and eatery with a huge range of beer and a buzzing atmosphere.