Discover the Stars at Ward Observatory

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from Palmerston North, take State Highway 3 heading north towards Whanganui. After approximately 70 kilometers, take the exit for Whanganui. Continue straight on Victoria Avenue and then turn left onto St Hill Street. Follow St Hill Street for about 1.5 kilometers until you reach Ward Observatory at 121 St Hill Street, Whanganui 4500. Parking is available on-site.

• Public Transportation

  From Palmerston North, catch a bus to Whanganui. The service is provided by Horizons Regional Council and may take around 1.5 to 2 hours. Once you arrive at the Whanganui Bus Station, walk to the nearest bus stop for the local bus service or consider a taxi for convenience. If you choose the local bus, take the route that goes along Victoria Avenue and get off at the stop closest to St Hill Street. Walk approximately 15 minutes to reach Ward Observatory at 121 St Hill Street.

• Taxi or Rideshare

  For a more direct option, consider taking a taxi or using a rideshare service like Uber from your location in Whanganui. Simply enter 'Ward Observatory, 121 St Hill Street' as your destination. The fare will depend on your pickup location, but it typically ranges from NZD 10 to NZD 30. This option is convenient if you are traveling in a group or prefer not to walk.