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Welcome to the Palmerston North City Council & community website. This site has information about our city’s amenities, activities and facilities, and services provided by Palmerston North City Council.
Manawatu, the best New Zealand holiday and conference destination. All about Manawatu with things to do, where to stay, travel and an events calendar.
Local Activities
Welcome to the New Zealand Rugby Museum, the oldest and arguably the first museum in the world devoted to the oval ball code. It contains New Zealand's biggest and most comprehensive collection of rugby memorabilia and records, including some of the world's rarest rugby artefacts. The extensive photo library provides rare and detailed coverage of the emergence of New Zealand as a major rugby power.
The Lido Aqautic Centre offers a range of aquatic activities and amenties. Swimming is available indoors year-round, with outdoor facilities available during the summer months.
Hop aboard a miniature train and enjoy a ride through Palmerston North’s beautiful Victoria Esplanade.
New Zealand’s number 1 for Indoor Motorsport Action. Experience the thrill of driving NZ’s fastest indoor Go-Karts.
* The Victoria Esplanade offers spectacular plant displays, rose gardens, aviaries, nature trail, fernery, conservatory, walkways, sports fields, mini railway, playground, paddling pool, toilets, free electric BBQs. Open dawn till dusk
From manicured botanic gardens to untouched native bush, the choice is yours. From short, easy ambles to challenging climbs, it's all here.
Experience the thrill and excitement of one of New Zealand's most iconic river trips through the spectacular, scenic Manawatu Gorge on board our V8 powered jet boat. Climb aboard for a thrilling 25 minute boat ride you'll never forget. We'll speed past huge boulders and sheer cliffs, and through shingle chutes that will have you yelling for more. Don't forget to look up to see some of the most gorgeous scenery around in this unique geographical landmark.
Taylor-Jensen Fine Arts, the Central District's Premier Art Gallery, offers a discriminating public the best in local and regional NZ art in all media: oil and acrylic paintings, watercolours, graphics, sculpture, glass, ceramics, turned and carved wood, textiles, jewellery, furniture and design, Maori art and more. The Gallery also has a changing exhibition space where 12 to 15 group shows and solo exhibitions are featured annually. Artist receptions and formal openings are advertised widely and personal invites are sent to the Gallery's subscriber list.
Imagine complete peace and quiet, only the sound of your breathing can be heard, no voices,no loud noises just peace.
Te Manawa is a regional cultural centre where art, heritage and science themes dominate. Our exhibitions explore the past; seek to inform today and pose questions about tomorrow. We host international touring shows and home grown exhibits that celebrate the joys and challenges of provincial life.
Local accommodation
4-star Qualmark rated, ASURE Colonial Court Motel & Conference Centre provides elegant, comfortable, spacious accommodation to all visitors to Palmerston North.
ASURE Colonial Court comprises 13 spacious comfortable units, ranging from studio units to 2 bedroom family units. We are the closest motel to Massey University and the NZ Rugby Academy.
Bella Vista Motels Palmerston North invites visitors to experience its friendly service and modern motel units at competitive rates.
Located within 2 minutes walk of the city centre, the ideal base for all leisure weekend breaks and business activities. Kingsgate Palmerston North is the largest hotel complex in the Manawatu with 151 bedrooms ranging from premium executive suites with spa baths, to economy rooms ideal for sports teams and triple occupancy. Facilities include private spa pools, gymnasium, restaurant, bar, 5 meeting rooms, 24 hour room service and a guest laundry. The perfect choice for your stay, we meet and exceed all client requests.
Udys on Anders offers superior accommodation. Space and tranquillity on the edge of town. The apartment is fully self-contained and attached to our home. It features a queen-size bed, ensuite and walk-in wardrobe. The roomy lounge is elegantly furnished, with armchairs and a futon sofa-bed. The dining area adjoins and the kitchen has full cooking facilities. There is also a bookshelf with reading available for all tastes. The apartment is warm and cosy in the winter, and cool and airy in the summer.
25 comfortable rooms perfectly located in the CBD. 50m to the Regent Theatre on Broadway, Downtown Cinemas, UCOL, RSA, Downtown shopping centre, restaurants, cafés and bars.
