Pahiatua Must Do's

Pahiatua Railcar Society

This working railway museum is located at the Pahiatua Railway Station, 2km from town. Admire a smart collection of restored carriages.

Pahiatua Main Street

This leafy tree-lined street is packed with shops; most charming is the long strip of spacious garden.

Tui Brewery

Stop in for a meal, beer or tour in Mangatainoka, north of Pahiatua. Between the tours, tastings and tap room there is also a small museum and a shop packed with Tui gear.

Pahiatua & Districts Museum

This details the history of the Polish children who arrived in New Zealand following WWII, amongst other stories from the area. Open Sundays 2-4pm.

Harvard Adventure Park

Previously circling the skies during WWII, this plane has since been converted into a unique playground slide.

Timeless Horse Treks

Down by the Manawatū River, take your pick from daily horse rides, overnight treks and trots on horse-drawn wagons. Twenty minutes from central Pahiatua.

Pahiatua Trout Fishing Carnival

With six rivers surrounding town, this annual festival makes a lot of sense; every Labour Weekend.

The Yellow Plane Gallery

Running creative workshops, with an interesting selection of locally made crafts to buy on Main Street.

Tui Brewery Building © Tararua District Council

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