What to do in Manawatū-Whanganui
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What to do in Manawatū-Whanganui
Discover the most popular places to visit in Manawatū-Whanganui

Tongariro National Park
Explore New Zealand’s phenomenal volcanic landscape and trek across one of the best known hiking trails in the country.

Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Explore the great outdoors at Tongariro Alpine Crossing, a lovely green space in Tongariro National Park. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Mount Tongariro
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Tongariro during your travels in Tongariro National Park. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Taranaki Falls
Explore the great outdoors at Taranaki Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Tongariro National Park. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

Bridge to Nowhere
You can take time to visit Bridge to Nowhere during your travels to Whanganui National Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Mount Ruapehu
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Ruapehu and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Tongariro National Park. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Whakapapa Ski Area
Hit the slopes in Tongariro National Park with a visit to Whakapapa Ski Area. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Turoa Ski Area
Hit the slopes in Tongariro National Park with a visit to Turoa Ski Area. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Palmerston North Hospital
If Palmerston North Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Palmerston North.
Explore areas of Manawatū-Whanganui

Foxton Beach
While there might not be top attractions in Foxton Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Himatagi Beach and Foxton Windmill.

Waitarere Beach
When in Waitarere Beach, you can plan a visit to Waiterere Private Reserve and Levin Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Waitarere
When in Waitarere, you can plan a visit to Waiterere Private Reserve and Levin Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

West End
While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Victoria Esplanade and Esplanade Scenic Railway.

Hokowhitu
Hokowhitu might not have many top sights, but Victoria Esplanade and The Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Linton
While visiting Linton, you might make a stop by sights like Victoria Esplanade and Pukaha Mount Bruce National Wildlife Centre.
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