Great North Road, Whanganui 4500 New Zealand

Whanganui New Zealand

Whanganui New Zealand

Undoubtedly the most authentic way to experience Whanganui River’s scenery and history cruising aboard the iconic Paddle Steamer Waimarie - NZ’s only coal fired paddle steamer operating from the golden riverboat era. View cruise information, our timetable, charter information, prices and purchase tickets online at our website.

Whanganui New Zealand

Whanganui New Zealand

31 Taupo Quay, Whanganui 4500 New Zealand

The Whanganui i-SITE Visitor Centre is your 'one stop travel shop' for tours, activities and accommodation in Whanganui and throughout New Zealand. Our friendly staff delight in welcoming visitors and locals to the heart of the city's historic old town. Visit the local experts for free, impartial and comprehensive travel advice, information, maps, brochures and bookings.

552 Rapanui Road, Whanganui 4574 New Zealand

8 Bates Street, Whanganui 4500 New Zealand

2 Rutland Street, Whanganui 4500 New Zealand

Tower Crescent Durie Hill, Whanganui 4500 New Zealand

Pukenamu Queen's Park, Watt Street, Whanganui 4500 New Zealand

Set in Pukenamu Queen’s Park, in the cultural heart of Whanganui, the Whanganui Regional Museum offers visitors a look into the hearts and minds of the people of Whanganui and their treasures. The Museum is famed for its Taonga Maori Collection. You will see the exceptional creations of tupuna (ancestors) of Whanganui tangata whenua (indigenous people). The natural world of Whanganui and the development of an innovative and creative town are interpreted in a changing exhibition programme with a world-class collection. Spend time browsing in the Museum Shop which features local and Maori jewellery, books, cards and other New Zealand-made items. Whanganui Regional Museum is open to visitors every day of the year except Christmas Day and Good Friday, from 10.00am to 4.30pm. Entry is free. Donations are greatly appreciated.

113 Great North Road, Whanganui New Zealand

The Winter Gardens is an all-year-round attraction with colourful displays whatever the season or weather. Adjoining the Winter Gardens is the Art Garden which combines an intriguing blend of sculpture and garden art.

Rapanui Road, Whanganui 4500 New Zealand

A safe beach for the whole family and all ocean activities, Kai Iwi is reached via Rapanui Road 14kms west of Whanganui. Patrolled during the summer you can swim, fish, laze in the sun, go for long walks and pick through the driftwood. A popular place to visit for visitors and locals alike, there is a large childrens playground, flying fox zip line, paddling creek, toilets and showers, picnic fac

791 Rangitatau East Road Whanganui, Whanganui 4578 New Zealand

1H Taupo Quay Corner of Taupo Quay and Bates Street, Whanganui 4500 New Zealand

Whanganui’s most authentic river experience. Step aboard Motor Vessel WAIRUA and be transported back in time to 1904, the height of the Whanganui riverboat era. Join our 2 Hour Heritage River Cruise on selected days. Up-to-date availability and bookings on our website. www.motorvesselwairua.co.nz