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Rugby World Cup 2011 Location: Palmerston North
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Things to Do in Palmerston North

Things to see and do in Palmerston North, Palmerston North highlights, Palmerston North activities and attractions, and points of interest in Palmerston North - the Jasons Palmerston North Things to Do Guide is your complete guide to sightseeing in Palmerston North.

  • Te Manawa Complex
    Within the complex, the Te Manawa Museum, Gallery and Science Centre feature hands-on science displays and a museum specialising in the history and Maori culture of the Manawatu region. The Manawatu Art Gallery has displays of local and international arts and crafts, with an emphasis on contemporary New Zealand art.
  • The Square
    The heart of the city, with seven hectares of lawn, trees, lakes and gardens.
  • Manawatu Gorge and River
    A massive ravine dividing the Ruahine and Tararua Ranges and extending some six kilometres. The Information Centre (52 The Square) has details of activities in the area, including horse trekking, bridge swinging, abseiling and rafting. Manawatu Jet Tours offers jetboating excursions on the Manawatu River.
  • The New Zealand Rugby Museum
    Concentrating on New Zealand's national game and containing the country's largest collection of rugby memorabilia and records. Some 30 displays, an extensive library and recent videos are available.
  • The Esplanade
    A lovely riverside park featuring a rose garden, children's adventure playground and a number of scenic walks. It is also home to the historic Victoria House, which was originally Palmerston North's post office.
  • Walks
    Walks in the area include the ten kilometre Manawatu Riverside Walkway, which passes through The Esplanade, and the self-guided City Heritage Trail.
  • Tararua Windfarm
    Located in the Tararua Ranges with the capacity to generate enough electricity for 15,000 homes.
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  • City Corporate Motor Inn, Palmerston North Motels & Motor Lodges
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    City Corporate Motor Inn is Palmerston North, New Zealand's most luxurious motel, offering first-class accommodation just minutes away from both Massey University and the Central Business District. Every detail of the City...
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    Rose City Motel, Palmerston North provides quality accommodation in the centre of the city. From studios to family units and 1 and 2 bedroom suites, all rooms are spacious, self-contained, quiet and have fully appointed kitchens...
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