Highbury Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
The Square
You can learn about the history of Palmerston North with a visit to The Square. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
Palmerston North Hospital
If Palmerston North Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Palmerston North.
New Zealand Rugby Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in New Zealand Rugby Museum during your travels in Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
Arena Manawatu
Catch an event at Arena Manawatu during your trip to Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
Palmerston North Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Palmerston North Convention Centre during your trip to Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
Centrepoint Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Centrepoint Theatre during your trip to Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
Our pick of the best Highbury Hotel Deals
ACCOMMODATION GATEWAY MOTEL
Budget friendly and easy to find. great service with helpful staff.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Newly renovated house! Near to the airport, hospital & Manawatu Arena
Delightful 2-bedroom house with AC in Palmerston North
Cozy accommodation in an historic home
Cornwall Motor Lodge
The motel provided the basics, the staff were friendly and there was plenty of parking. A few things need upgrading to make the place comfortable such as beds and carpet. A dishwashing rack would be good too.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North
Spa was very relaxing and the room was quiet.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Highbury
Westbrook
While there might not be top attractions in Westbrook, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arena Manawatu and New Zealand Rugby Museum.
Takaro
While Takaro isn't home to many top sights, Arena Manawatu and New Zealand Rugby Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Awapuni
While Awapuni may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Arena Manawatu and New Zealand Rugby Museum.
West End
While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Victoria Esplanade and Esplanade Scenic Railway.
Cloverlea
Cloverlea might not have many top sights, but Arena Manawatu and New Zealand Rugby Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Palmerston North Central
While visiting Palmerston North Central, you might make a stop by sights like The Square and Centrepoint Theatre.
