Manawatū-Whanganui Hotels

You might want to head out to Mount Ruapehu for some fresh mountain air and a bird's-eye view of Tongariro National Park.

If you like spending time outside, then spend the day at Tongariro National Park, located 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from central Tongariro National Park. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Mangatepopo Trail Head, located nearby.

Tongariro Alpine Crossing is 14.5 mi (23.3 km) from central Tongariro National Park, why not stop by during your stay. If you like Tongariro Alpine Crossing, you'll love Mangatepopo Trail Head and Tree Trunk Gorge, both just a short drive away.

Ski the fall line at Turoa Ski Area located 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from central Tongariro National Park. If you master the slopes, Whakapapa Ski Area is just a short drive away.

Skiers and snowboarders might want to test out the slopes at Whakapapa Ski Area, a skiing spot located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from central Tongariro National Park. If you master the slopes, Turoa Ski Area is just a short drive away.

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to The Square— just one of the monuments in Palmerston North Central.

Travelers who enjoy the great outdoors might want to go to Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre, located 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from central Whakapapa.

You could catch an event at Arena Manawatu, a stadium in Palmerston North Central.