Palmerston North's premier park with 26 hectares of bush walks, bike tracks and formal gardens. 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.

At the cultural heart of our city, Te Manawa draws art, science and heritage together to reflect our past, illuminate the present and inspire a creative and sustainable future for our growing region and its people. Our public want deeper and more energetic access to their museums. They want to see and hear their stories told, in their own voices. They are right to demand inclusion, representation and participation. These make for personal experiences that touch them emotionally, inspire them creatively and give life and mana to their collective heritage – making for an exciting place to live. The main goal of Te Manawa Museums Trust is to provide the people of Manawatū and beyond with interactive experiences in art, science and heritage. For us, it is all about connection. People should feel passionate and excited about, and attached to Te Manawa, the collections we care for, and the experiences we shape with them.

Nestled inside Victoria Esplanade, Palmy's iconic rose garden is a beautiful (and popular) spot for a garden wedding, or simply book it for your photos. Don't let yourself be limited by what you can use this space for though. In past years it's also been the scene of the city's Summer Shakespeare theatre productions.

Providing a comprehensive information and booking service for Palmerston North City and New Zealand, the i-SITE is your one stop shop for all things travel! Based centrally in the middle of The Square, Qualmark endorsed and a part of New Zealand's official Visitor Information Network, i-SITE's friendly staff will help you plan your perfect holiday, journey or adventure.

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. You can get active by testing your rugby skills in the dedicated "Have A Go" area and measure yourself against the best.

Manawatu River Pathway spans more than 10km from end-to-end. If you want to tease your wanderlust and embark on the full journey, start at Paneiri Park off Maxwells Line and you'll end up at Riverside Drive. If you're simply after a stroll, good news! There are lots of access points to choose from. Manawatū means 'heart standing still' as that's what happened when ancestor Hau saw our river. After a lot of travelling, Hau looked upon the river with great apprehension and then his heart stood still when he saw its mighty size and beauty.

Centrepoint Theatre has been telling stories in the heart of Palmerston North since 1974. Ever since our humble beginnings in a former music hall closed down due to “teenage misdemeanours”, we’ve prided ourselves on being a place where people can see and celebrate New Zealand and people like themselves. We are a theatre for all. Our mission is to create theatre that engages and reflects our community. We are committed to theatre that is accessible to all and we are inspired by a shared belief that the arts play an integral part in our society.