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One of the best ways to discover central New Zealand is to rent a car at Palmerston North Airport. Explore 'Palmy' and more exciting destinations on the North Island with your hire car. The airport operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, making it a hub for the NZ Post and Air Freight NZ.
Why book a hire car at Palmerston North Airport with us?
There are plenty of reasons why our customers choose to book their car rental with us. Here are just a few reasons to book your Palmerston North Airport car rental with VroomVroomVroom:
- Easy booking system: Using our system to book a hire car at Palmerston North Airport will take you less than five minutes.
- Choice of vehicles: By booking in advance you will get a wide selection of cars. We have partnered with New Zealand's most trusted rental car suppliers such as Avis, Hertz, Thrifty, Budget, and Europcar.
- Great rates: Get the best deal when you book a car hire with us. Read our Price Promise for more details.
- Excellent service: Reach out to our customer care experts who are ready to help via phone call, email or live chat. We have been helping people book a car rental since 2001.
Best time to visit Palmerston North
Spring season is a great time to visit Palmerston North. Each spring, the city celebrates the diversity of cultures through music, dance, food, art, and games. You'll find exhibits and see performances from different countries and let's not forget the international cuisines you get to taste. It is the perfect outing for the family.
Manfield Park is a motorsport venue, that also hosts equestrian events. If you are a fan of cars or like to watch horses, check out their events calendar while you are in the city.
Driving tips at Palmerston North Airport
Palmerston North Airport is an eight-minute drive from the CBD. You can reach the town square by using McGregor St, Tremaine Avenue, and Rangitikei Street. If you are travelling from overseas, keep in mind that you must keep to the left when driving in New Zealand. If you are planning to travel to Wellington, the drive should take you about two hours
Weather in New Zealand can be unpredictable. Palmerston North Airport has been dubbed as the "lifeline" airport because it is often used as a diversion airport in difficult weather conditions such as fog for other regional airports. When you are driving be sure to check the weather conditions and take extra care in foggy, snowy or icy conditions.
Use Palmy as a base for exploring the lower North Island
Palmerston North is an inland city that has the 7th largest population in the country. Where urban meets rural, it is home to Massey University and the largest wind farm in New Zealand. Booking your car rental with VroomVroomVroom provides you with the most convenient way to get around the city and its surrounding region.
Attractions
New Zealand Rugby Museum
The first museum devoted to the sport that has shaped our nation. Here you will discover the rich history of rugby in our country, learn about the greatest players that ever played and see some of the rarest Rugby artefacts. A must see attraction that's only available in the city where you can also get in and 'Have A Go' just like the legends.
Mokai Gravity Canyon
You'll definitely want to book your car rental with Vroom to enjoy this attraction as this 1hr ½ drive takes you where no faint hearted person dear to go. An ultimate extreme adventure playground; where your mind and body is pushed to new limits as you decide which way to plunge 50-80 meters down into the Mokai Canyon. An exhilarating life experience that will never be forgotten- that's if you don't chicken out.
Owlcatraz Native Bird and Wildlife Park
30 minutes south of Palmy is this beautiful native bird and wildlife park that offers an intimate encounter with some of NZ's native animals; the endangered North Island weka, kunekune pig and morepork. A high tech open enclosure that mimics the owls' natural environment makes this a once in a life time experience. Don't miss attractions like the farm walk, Wairuru Caves, jail house and Lake Owlsmere or enjoy a ride on the Thomas train you won't be disappointed.
Te Manawa
The cultural heart of Palmerston North, Te Manawa is an art, science and history museum. The stunning stained glass windows in Te Manawa are just one of the highlights on the Palmerston North Art and Sculpture Trail.
Accommodation
Cornwall Motor Lodge
Address: 101 Fitzherbert Avenue
Ranked #1 (By Trip advisor) of the 22 hotels in the city, this modern, spacious, comfortable luxury accommodation with 50 SKY channels to choose and watch from either your super King sized bed or Spa bath; is perfect for those looking for the royal treatment. Great central location, The Square (City Center) and surrounding cafes, restaurants & bars are within easy walking distance
saving time on looking for car parks.
Peppertree Hostel
Address: 121 Grey St, Palmerston North, 4410, New Zealand
For those travelling on a budget, this gorgeous 100 year old villa with high ceilings offers plenty of space for you to reside in while staying in Palmy. Centrally located makes an easy 2 minute walk to town. Otherwise enjoy the secluded area outside where you can hear the birds sing or relax in the sun. Perfect place that makes you feel at home.
Palmerston North Holiday Park
Despite being the only camping -caravan site in the area, this holiday park offers top quality reliable services at affordable prices. Nestled in next to the Manawatu River, this well groomed campground is the perfect getaway/ holiday location for the family or those looking for that kick back kiwi camping experience. With tons of extra features like the playground, swimming pool or easy 5 min drive to town, getting bored is not an option.
Just make sure to take advantage of our easy campervan hire comparison tool to save you even more time and money.
Restaurants & Bars
Tui Brewery
Address: Mangatainoka 4982
Aberdeen on Broadway
Ranked #1 of the 123 Restaurants in Palmy, this centrally based historic building restaurant offers a contemporary cuisine in the perfect atmosphere for fine dining or a relaxed social occasion. With its cute courtyard that has a retractable roof for summer and cozy warm fire for winter, makes the perfect place to dine all year round in whatever conditions.
Izakaya Yatai (Japanese Restaurant)
Ranked #2 of the 123 restaurants in Palmy, this traditional Japanese restaurant ditches the western dining custom of ordering individually and provide a selection of dishes that are chosen by your group to share. This causes a more social interactive dining experience where you get to tray a wide variety of flavours. Perfect for family and friends!
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