Whanganui travel guide
Whanganui Tourism | Whanganui Guide
You're Going to Love Whanganui
With a population of 40,268, Whanganui is a must-see destination in Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Whanganui has to offer.
Activities & attractions in Whanganui
When to visit Whanganui
Whanganui in October
Estimated hotel price
$93
1 night at 3-star hotel
Whanganui in October
Estimated hotel price
$93
1 night at 3-star hotel
How to Get to Whanganui
Plane
When flying to Whanganui, you’ll arrive at Wanganui (WAG), which is located 4 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Whanganui is to pick up a car hire from Wellington, which is about 152 km from Whanganui. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Ace Rental Cars, among others, in Wellington.
Airlines serving Whanganui
British Airways
Good (4,558 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,295 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,952 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,122 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,893 reviews)
Finnair
Good (868 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (925 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,685 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (480 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (54 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (211 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (981 reviews)
Air China
Good (31 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (266 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (549 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (867 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,791 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (497 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Good (313 reviews)
Where to stay in popular areas of Whanganui
Most booked hotels in Whanganui
Braemar House B&b And Yha Hostel
$27+
151 On London Motel & Conference Centre
$129+
Riverview Motel
$133+
Astral Motel
$118+
The Avenue Hotel
$108+
The Grand Hotel Wanganui
$98+