Palmerston North Attraction
Within the Chalet itself, very detail is pre-planned and orchestrated to ensure guests have the best possible experience of Palmerston North.
The Victoria Esplanade
It's got something for everyone in the family – thousands of mature trees, splendid roses, barbecues, croquet lawns... and the kids will love the Junior Road Safety Park, miniature railway, mini golf, playground and paddling pool.
Te Manawa Museum
With an engaging programme of exhibitions and events, as well as an extensive collection of taonga (treasures), Te Manawa offers a unique opportunity to experience and participate in, the stories of our past, present and future. Children can get hands-on in one of the learning discovery spaces, meet the mysterious cave weta, or view native fish in Te Awa – The River.
New Zealand Rugby Museum
The sport that shaped a nation. How did rugby come to play such an important role in the culture and heritage of New Zealand, and why are the All Blacks so good? Explore the rich history and folklore of the nation's game, see some of the world's rarest rugby artefacts, and learn about some of our rugby greats.
Lido Aquatic Centre
The Lido Aquatic Centre is located right next to the Victoria Esplanade, and offers a sauna, steam room and spa, multiple indoor and outdoor pools including a toddler pool, and an onsite cafe and fitness centre.
Centrepoint Theatre
Come 1978, we had outgrown our nicotine-haze filled space and moved to our current location on the corner of Church and Pitt Streets. Home. Admittedly, our home was an ex-railway workshops/ steel equipment factory/children’s model museum and haunted by a friendly ghost. But it is our home all the same.
Manawatu River Pathway
Cycle tourists can explore extensive road signs and paths, rural roads and local road networks, enjoy physical exercise in the open air.