Guidebook for Palmerston North
Sightseeing
New Zealand Rugby Museum
326 Main StTe Apiti Wind Farm
Parks & Nature
Massey University
Tennent DriveBeautiful campus, loads of lovely walks through native bush.
The loop track on the Ashhurst side is a decent workout, including great views and iconic cultural information along the way.
15 locals recommend
Manawatu Gorge Entrance
Napier RoadThe loop track on the Ashhurst side is a decent workout, including great views and iconic cultural information along the way.
Kahuterawa Reserve
Kahuterawa RoadGreat walking and mountain biking options.
Turitea Dams Palmerston North Water Supply
Cool hiking track up to the dams
Shopping
George Street
George StreetPopular boutique street with excellent cafes and diverse shopping options.
The Plaza Shopping Centre
84 The SquareEzibuy Palmerston North
178 John F Kennedy DrRecycle Boutique
229 Cuba StGreat secondhand store
Arts & Culture
Palmerston North City Library
4 The SquareCentrepoint Theatre
280 Church StEntertainment & Activities
Regent on Broadway
53 Broadway AveTe Manawa
326 Main StMuseum and frequent exhibitions
Essentials
Countdown Rangitikei St
Featherston StreetNew World Melody's
Albert StreetFood Scene
The Stage Door Cafe
96 King StCafe Cuba
236 Cuba StAlexandre Patisserie
9 Coleman PlFrench pastries and coffe
The Herb Farm and Cafe
86 Grove Rd Great food and gorgeous gardens
Elm Cafe
283 Fitzherbert AveLone Star Cafe & Bar
41-42 The SquareHearty meals and enjoyable atmosphere, upstairs bar option.
Arranged Marriage Restaurant
32 B The SquareSuperb Southern Indian cusine
Thai Orchid Restaurant
345 Ferguson StLovely Thai cusine
Pacha's Kebab Cafe
167 Cuba StBest kebabs in town - takeaway only.
Joseph Street Kitchen
55A Joseph StFantastic food, coffee and ambiance.
Rendezvous Restaurant
194-200 Ruapehu DrRestaurant and bar, great variety of meal options, lovely atmosphere.
Indian 2nite
22 George StVery good Northern Indian cuisine