Bason Botanic Gardens, just northwest of Wanganui, New Zealand has been described as an architectural and botanic gem in a countryside location. Set on 25 hectares of landscaped countryside, Bason Botanic Gardens is home to one of the largest public garden orchid and fern collections in New Zealand and are housed in unique glasshouses. There are also the outdoor garden areas with colorful displays of delphiniums, camellias, begonias and an assorted range of other interesting plants. But wait, there is more to the Bason Botanic Gardens, with fun, entertainment and education for visitors of all ages. There are numerous indoor and outdoor gardens, exciting bush walks and areas equipped with BBQs, ideal for family picnics. So, no matter what the season, a visit to Bason Botanic Gardens will be well worth the trip. READ MORE

Wanganui District Library in Wanganui offers an outstanding collection of New Zealand/Aotearoa information ( in hard-cover and digital format.) As well as fiction and non fiction books the Wanganui District Library also stocks cd's and dvd's including gaming and multi media and there is a kids and teenagers section as well.READ MORE

Kingsgate Hotel The Avenue in Wanganui offers stylish upmarket accommodations to suit all budgets from executive suites to superior and standard rooms. Set on Wanganui's main street and close to many attractions Kingsgate Hotel The Avenue also offers an outdoor pool and BBQ area in large grounds for added relaxation.READ MORE

Depicting over 5,500 works of art Sarjeant Gallery in Wanganui has collections spanning from 19th and early 20th century British and European art to Sixteenth Century European Art through to Twenty-first Century New Zealand Art. Genres at the Sarjeant Gallery cover modern works on paper; New Zealand and international sculptures, pottery, ceramics and glass; bronze works; video art and paintings by contemporary artists and old masters. Visit the Sarjeant Gallery and discover one of New Zealand's most beautiful heritage buildings.READ MORE

Whanganui Regional Museum showcases an extensive collection of natural and human history with a regional emphasis. View extraordinary art created by the ancestors of Whanganui River Maori. There's a museum shop for gifts, Maori jewellery, books, cards and much more. Whanganui Regional Museum provides a great insight into the history of the region.READ MORE

Aotea Motor Lodge in Wanganui offers 28 fully serviced apartments, newly constructed with soundproofed rooms. Aotea Motor Lodge offers a cooked/continental breakfast a meeting room and business facilities and broadband internet access. All rooms offers modern amenities and SKY television the lodge is centrally located for added convenience.READ MORE

Burwood Manor in Wanganui with it's 20 spacious studio units, is centrally located to the town's best restaurants and attractions and offers a heated spa pool. Relax in the large swimming pool after a sauna and after a good nights rest in the luxurious accommodation indulge in a Cooked or continental breakfast. Burwood Manor has ideal facilities for small meetings, interviews or product presentations.READ MORE

Spit Roast Mid-West based in Wanganui offers outstanding value for that memorable occasion. Choose from two different options, one where they cater on-site and carve, serve and clean or the other where they set up a pre-prepared buffet and you clear up at your own leisure. Spit Roast Mid-West can cater from 20-4000 people and offer superior quality and service whether your function be formal or not. READ MORE

M.V. Wairua Cruises in Wanganui offer Excursions to Hipango Park which is a Native forest of 30 acres, great for picnics with a large picnic ground with toilets, BBQ?s, water and more. The park is only accessible by river and overnight stays can be arranged when booking an outing with M.V. Wairua Cruises. This painstakingly restored vessel is now back to it's former glory and waiting for you.READ MORE

Functions at Kingsgate Hotel The Avenue in Wanganui offer designer caterers that cater professionally and personally for private events and wedding. The bride and groom even get a complimentary night in the Executive Studio. Guests love the idea and convenience of accommodation meals and function facilities at one venue. READ MORE