Manawatu-Wanganui
Manawatu-Wanganui

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What to do

Looking for things to do in Manawatu-Wanganui? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Whakapapa
Whakapapa
5.5
4.5/512 Reviews
Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Tongariro Alpine Crossing
4.8
5.0/51 Reviews
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Hiking
Turoa
Turoa
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Tongariro National Park
Tongariro National Park
3.9
4.8/521 Reviews
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Natural scenery
Mountain climbing
Nevalea Alpacas
Nevalea Alpacas
3.9
4.5/511 Reviews
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Farms and pastures
Mt Tongariro
Mt Tongariro
3.6
4.0/511 Reviews
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Mountain climbing
National Army Museum
National Army Museum
3.3
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Whakapapa - Mt Ruapehu
Whakapapa - Mt Ruapehu
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The Victoria Esplanade
The Victoria Esplanade
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Timezone Palmerston Square
Timezone Palmerston Square
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What to eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Manawatu-Wanganui dishes and foodie spots.
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Kings Ohakune - Bar, Restaurant & Events
Kings Ohakune - Bar, Restaurant & Events
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Western cuisine
Avg. €11/person
Cosmopolitan Club Restaurant
Cosmopolitan Club Restaurant
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Western cuisine
Avg. €10/person
Magic Chilli
Magic Chilli
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Southeast Asian cuisine
Avg. €17/person
The Kitchen
The Kitchen
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Latin American cuisine
Avg. €9/person
The Cyprus Tree Restaurant & Bar Ohakune
The Cyprus Tree Restaurant & Bar Ohakune
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Western cuisine
Avg. €12/person
The Clyde Restaurant & Bar
The Clyde Restaurant & Bar
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Latin American cuisine
Avg. €11/person
Pukekos Nest Cafe
Pukekos Nest Cafe
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Coffee shop
Avg. €12/person
Le Cafe Telephonique
Le Cafe Telephonique
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Coffee shop
Avg. €15/person
MOMIJI Japanese Restaurant
MOMIJI Japanese Restaurant
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Japanese cuisine
Avg. €15/person
Springvale Cafe
Springvale Cafe
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Coffee shop
Avg. €11/person
Parnells Cafe
Parnells Cafe
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Coffee shop
Avg. €6/person
The Yellow House Cafe
The Yellow House Cafe
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Coffee shop
Avg. €8/person

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