Location: Whanganui
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The 6 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Whanganui, North Island
Whanganui (/ˈhwɒŋənuːi/; Māori: [ɸaŋanui]), also spelt Wanganui, is a city on the west coast of the North Island of New Zealand. The Whanganui River, New Zealand's longest navigable waterway, runs from Mount Tongariro to the sea. Whanganui is part of the Manawatu-Wanganui region.
Restaurants in Whanganui
1. Quartz Museum of Studio Ceramics
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 108 reviews
Reviewed By Fearless19625917923
I just visited Quartz Museum today after being recommended by friends. I could have spent much longer soaking up the amazing collection of ceramics made by both international and New Zealand potters from past to present day. This place is a real credit to Rick Rudd, his knowledge and dedication to create a museum to showcase such works. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would thoroughly recommend a visit!????
2. New Zealand Glassworks
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 84 reviews
Reviewed By dicowan - Napier, New Zealand
This is a well planned place as it showcases the wonderful creativity of the artists, whilst allowing you to observe them working
3. Whanganui i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 176 reviews
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.
Reviewed By AllanJGJ - Wellington, New Zealand
These kind of information offices tend to be much of a muchness, with loads of brochures and the ability book tours and the like. The defining difference between a good one and an indifferent one is the helpfulness of the staff - and we were happily impressed by the staff here. The were friendly, answered all of our questions, marked up an excellent map for us to use, and even googled a few opening hours and the like for us. Excellent.
4. Sarjeant Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By justajafa
Not a huge area as in a temporary building, but there was an extensive collection of artworks to enjoy. Helpful staff and well stocked shop attached
5. St Mary's Catholic Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
6. Whanganui Regional Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By RocheMaree - Hawera, New Zealand
Fab provincial museum just off the main drag in the middle of town! Modern, fresh, well lit and just the right size to whizz around on perfectly formed pathways within an hour and a half. The Lindauer painting collection is amazing as is the huge amount of moa bones. There is plenty to keep the kids interested. The taxidermy animals and the extensive 'poo' collection were a firm favorite that was talked about for the rest of the day. What really clinched the visit was the passion and service from the ladies who welcomed us. They explained the must see highlights, gave the kids a museum scavenger hunt with stamps as a prize for finishing and also advised a great lunch spot. Well done ladies, you are fab ambassadors to promote this ace museum and beautiful city.
