Visit Whanganui
Where to stay in Whanganui
Castlecliff
Visitors to Castlecliff enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Castlecliff Beach is worth a stop.
Gonville
Though Gonville might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whanganui Museum and Durie Hill Elevator.
Aramoho
When in Aramoho, you can plan a visit to Whanganui Museum and Durie Hill Elevator, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Whanganui East
Though Whanganui East might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whanganui Museum and Durie Hill Elevator.
Westmere
If you're spending some time in Westmere, Mowhanau Beach and Bason Botanic Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
Springvale
While Springvale might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whanganui Museum and Durie Hill Elevator.
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Popular places to visit
Durie Hill Elevator
Enjoy an outing to Durie Hill Elevator during your stay in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Virginia Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Virginia Lake during your travels in Whanganui. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.
Whanganui Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Whanganui Museum during your travels in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Memorial Tower
Learn about the local history of Whanganui with a stop at Memorial Tower. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Queens Park
Explore the great outdoors at Queens Park, a lovely green space in Whanganui. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
- Durie Hill Elevator
- Virginia Lake
- Whanganui Museum
- Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
- Memorial Tower
- Queens Park
- Watt Fountain
- Bason Botanic Gardens
- Sarjeant Gallery
- Putiki Church
- Ward Observatory
- Moutoa Gardens
- Wanganui Community Arts Centre
- Castlecliff Beach
- Mowhanau Beach
- Marton Park
- Bushy Park Homestead & Forest
- Waverley Beach
- South Beach
- Turakina Beach
- St Joseph's Church
- Marton Golf Club
- Sir James Wilson Memorial Park
- Aramoana Hill
- Operiki Pa
- Kawana Flour Mill