What to do and see in Manawatu-Wanganui Region, North Island: The Best Sights & Landmarks

July 23, 2021 Joeann Galban

Discover the best top things to do in Manawatu-Wanganui Region, New Zealand including Woodville Reed Organ Museum, Whitecliffs Boulders, Mellonsfolly Ranch, Ad-Deen Mosque, Bushy Park Sanctuary, The Steps of Lindos, Sledge Track, Bridge to Nowhere, Mokai Gravity Canyon, Fantasy Cave.
Restaurants in Manawatu-Wanganui Region

1. Woodville Reed Organ Museum

50 Tay Street, Woodville 4920 New Zealand +64 6-376 4427 [email protected] http://homepages.ihug.co.nz/~milrose/
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Woodville Reed Organ Museum

Around 100 of our over 150 old pedal/reed organs are on display and can be played to your heart's content, or just look and learn, or listen and sing, etc. We live in the building so are usually at home to show you around, but if you want to be sure, ring or e-mail ahead of time for an appointment. Will be a never-to-be-forgotten experience.

2. Whitecliffs Boulders

535 Peka Road, Ohingaiti New Zealand +64 6-382 5877 [email protected] http://www.whitecliffsboulders.co.nz
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5.0 based on 24 reviews

Whitecliffs Boulders

Reviewed By Brightsidejon - Palmerston North, New Zealand

Despite its otherworldliness, the carpark for this gem in only a 15 min drive from State Highway 1 and well worth the excursion. At the carpark you'll find an information booth and an honesty box asking for $5 pp. Pay up and march across the farmland to a long steep descent to the river. When you reach the river, you'll see a stand of woodland/ native bush a few hundred metres upstream. This is where the boulders are. There's a table at the edge of the woods and a full set of table and chairs in the heart of the glade if you're planning a picnic. It's a long hard trudge back up the hill (carry water) but what an amazing place!!!

3. Mellonsfolly Ranch

440 Crotons Road Ruatiti Valley, Raetihi 4696 New Zealand +64 27 702 3158 [email protected] http://www.oldwesttown.co.nz
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Mellonsfolly Ranch

At the Old West Town you step back in time and experience the charm of the Old West. We offer a total Western experience from our western activities and lip smackin cowboy cuisine, to our luxurious premium rooms, elegantly furnished in Victorian style or our Plains Indian/Rustic standard rooms. Visiting us is by arrangement only.

Reviewed By IzzyCf

We had such an amazing time! We were very well looked after and the guys working there are lovely! The town itself is beautiful and so authentic, there is also an abundance of wild life in the area, including deer, moreporks, and so much more. The food was wonderful and there were always plenty of snacks. It is such a fantastic place to stay! Thank you to everyone who works there, it was great!

4. Ad-Deen Mosque

3 Tui Street, Taihape 4720 New Zealand +64 274 165 742 http://www.addeenmosque.com
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Ad-Deen Mosque

5. Bushy Park Sanctuary

791 Rangitatau East Road Whanganui, Whanganui 4578 New Zealand +64 27 631 0105 http://www.bushyparksanctuary.org.nz/
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5.0 based on 46 reviews

Bushy Park Sanctuary

Reviewed By 775gilvray - Cambridge, New Zealand

we had morning tea of fresh scones, jam and cream.. the service was wonderful warm a nd friendly. this place is a must for a visit to Whanganui.

6. The Steps of Lindos

10 Vaucluse Heights Pefkos, Palmerston North New Zealand
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

The Steps of Lindos

Reviewed By RobertR616 - Palmerston North, New Zealand

What a Superb location and the views are amazing l am using these because l love stair climbing and from here l am out climbing Wharite Peak so just message me if you ever want to do it. Very steep gets the heart rate up but if you are struggling just slow down and even if you have to wait a few minutes do it, this is a huge moment for a lot of people when you finally get to the top well done to all who do. Even if you do a few steps at a time keep going never give in and one day you may even get to do the other steps further along.

7. Sledge Track

Palmerston North New Zealand +64 6-350 1922 [email protected] https://www.manawatunz.co.nz/sledge-track/
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Sledge Track

8. Bridge to Nowhere

Mangapurua Landing, Whanganui River, 3127 New Zealand +64 6 349 2100 [email protected] http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/manawatu-whanganui/places/whanganui-national-park/things-to-do/tracks/bridge-to-nowhere-walk/
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4.5 based on 114 reviews

Bridge to Nowhere

Reviewed By 921AliA

We caught the boat after tramping the Matemateonga track, which took us up to the bridge, per whanganui river adventures. This was well worth it, with such beautiful scenery. Ken gave us excellent history about the place, and a cup of tea as well! Go on a sunny day if possible, dress warmly for the boat, and wear good walking shoes.

9. Mokai Gravity Canyon

Mokai Bridge, 4742 New Zealand +64 6-388 9109 http://www.gravitycanyon.co.nz
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4.5 based on 24 reviews

Mokai Gravity Canyon

10. Fantasy Cave

60 High Street, Dannevirke 4930 New Zealand +64 800 080 137 [email protected] http://fantasycave.org/
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4.5 based on 61 reviews

Fantasy Cave

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