Palmerston North is nestled along the banks of the Manawatu River in the lower North Island of New Zealand. Palmerston North is a wonderful blend of big city culture mixed with small town charm, which make it a pleasure to visit. Known affectionately by the locals as ‘Palmy’, the city is built around The Square with wide, easy to navigate streets, perfect for exploring with your own car rental.

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Travelling in Palmerston North with a Rental Car

Once you’ve collected your rental car from either the airport or downtown Palmerston North, make some time to see Te Manawa which houses the science centre, museum and art gallery. Rugby fans shouldn’t miss the New Zealand Rugby museum where they can see New Zealand’s largest collection of rugby memorabilia. Visit Victoria Esplanade Gardens on Fitzherbert Avenue, which showcases the internationally acclaimed trial rose garden, averies, mini railway, kids playground and picnic areas.

Ready to explore the surrounds of Palmy? Jump in your rental car and head out into the Tongariro National Park, which is New Zealand’s oldest National Park and only 90 minutes drive from Palmerston North. Take one of the many walking trails and enjoy the forests, unspoilt nature and herb fields. Mount Ruapehu is an active volcano south of Taupo within the Tongariro National Park, and where you can play in Whakapapa or Turoa ski fields in winter.

Why not visit New Zealand’s capital, Wellington, an easy drive from Palmerston North in your hire car, and take in the art and culture and incredible harbour. Tour the countryside toward Wanganui, and once there enjoy some water sports - jet boating, canoeing or rafting. Drive another hour or two to reach the beautiful region of Taranaki and make the most of the mountaineering and spectacular surfing. The options are endless, and you’ll have the freedom to make your own choices with a car rental from DriveAway Holidays!

DriveAway Holidays Car Hire Palmerston North, New Zealand

DriveAway Holidays works in conjunction with the largest car rental and Motorhome specialists in Palmerston North. We can provide you with a variety of Car Hire selections as well as Motorhome Rentals, for the perfect self drive holiday at an unbeatable price. DriveAway Holidays is committed to providing you with a professional and friendly service to make your self-drive holiday a memorable experience in Palmerston North.

DriveAway Holidays is a HASSLE FREE car rental specialist, and in 2006, 2007 and 2008 DriveAway Holidays were the Winners of the National Travel Industry Awards. Book your car rental in Australia over our safe, reliable and secure online booking system. You can also call us at 0800 88 55 90 to book over the phone; We are available 24 hours a day to assist you with your Palmerston North car rental