Head to the lively city of Palmerston North
Enjoy the area's opera, theater scene and entertainment and make a vacation rental your home during your stay in Palmerston North. Travelers to this walkable city praise the spas, cafes and diving. A vacation rental can help make your stay complete. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in and around Palmerston North
Are you hoping to find attractions to visit in the area? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and check out everything that makes Palmerston North a fun spot to vacation. These are some of the most popular attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Pukaha Mount Bruce National Wildlife Centre (25.4 mi / 40.9 km)
- Eketahuna Kiwi Country Information Centre (20.6 mi / 33.1 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Palmerston North
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Palmerston North is a great place to spend some time outside. Here are some of the area’s most eye-catching natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Victoria Esplanade (1 mi / 1.7 km)
- Manawatu Gorge (9.7 mi / 15.5 km)
- Himatagi Beach (20.4 mi / 32.8 km)
- Skyhawk Playground (13.7 mi / 22.1 km)
- Mt. Lees Reserve (14.4 mi / 23.2 km)
- Bulls Domain (17.1 mi / 27.6 km)
Traveling to and around Palmerston North
Fly into Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.), the closest airport, located 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from the city center.