Guidebook for Whanganui
Drinks & Nightlife
My husband Ray Brightwell plays guitar and sings on the weekends (Friday nights at 5pm dinner time) He does a lot of Neal Young's songs!!
The Grand Hotel
Street Hill StreetMy husband Ray Brightwell plays guitar and sings on the weekends (Friday nights at 5pm dinner time) He does a lot of Neal Young's songs!!
Essentials
New World Whanganui
374 Victoria AveI like to shop here because you get a wide range of international foods.
Countdown Victoria Ave
433 Victoria AveEntertainment & Activities
Embassy 3 Cinema
34 Victoria AveThey are up-to-date on all the latest movies
Cooks Gardens
Maria PlaceThe Observatory is open on Friday Evenings...weather permitting.
Shopping
There are a variety of shops: Bed, Bath & Beyond. Mobile phone outlets (2) Spark and 2Degrees. Miller's Dress Shop, Number One Shoe Store, Kiwi Cafe, Children's clothing store, Wendy's Ice Cream, Food Court, Countdown grocery, 123 Mart (Variety Store) Video/Games shop, Just Cuts hair salon, Paper Plus Books and Post Office, and last but not least LOTTO!
The Warehouse
100 Taupo QuayThere are a variety of shops: Bed, Bath & Beyond. Mobile phone outlets (2) Spark and 2Degrees. Miller's Dress Shop, Number One Shoe Store, Kiwi Cafe, Children's clothing store, Wendy's Ice Cream, Food Court, Countdown grocery, 123 Mart (Variety Store) Video/Games shop, Just Cuts hair salon, Paper Plus Books and Post Office, and last but not least LOTTO!
Arts & Culture
Sarjeant Gallery
38 Taupo QuayFood Scene
Food and service is awesome!!! Breakfast/Brunch is to die for. And a great view of the River!!!
18 locals recommend
Caroline's Boatshed Bar and Eatery
181 Somme ParadeFood and service is awesome!!! Breakfast/Brunch is to die for. And a great view of the River!!!
Rutland Arms Inn
48-52 Ridgway StParks & Nature
Kowhai Park
Anzac Parade