Things to do in Manawatū-Whanganui

Activities, attractions and tours
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Photo provided by Destination Manawatu
Photo provided by Destination Manawatu
Photo provided by Destination Manawatu
Photo provided by Destination Manawatu


Beautiful view of the beach with palm trees

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What to do in Manawatū-Whanganui


Popular places to visit

Areas of Manawatū-Whanganui

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Foxton Beach

While there might not be top attractions in Foxton Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Foxton Windmill and Himatagi Beach.

Foxton Beach
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Waitarere Beach

When in Waitarere Beach, you can plan a visit to Waiterere Private Reserve and Levin Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Waitarere Beach
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Waitarere

When in Waitarere, you can plan a visit to Waiterere Private Reserve and Levin Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Waitarere
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Castlecliff

Visitors to Castlecliff enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Castlecliff Beach is worth a stop.

Castlecliff
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West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Victoria Esplanade and Esplanade Scenic Railway.

West End
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Hokowhitu

Hokowhitu might not have many top sights, but The Square and New Zealand Rugby Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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