Bledisloe Park: A Serene Escape in Palmerston North

Getting There

• Walking

  If you're starting from the Palmerston North city center, head towards The Square. From The Square, take George Street heading east. Continue until you reach the intersection with Main Street. Turn left onto Main Street and follow it until you reach the roundabout. Take the first exit onto Pioneer Highway (State Highway 56) and follow it for about 1.5 km. When you reach the next roundabout, take the second exit onto Tennent Drive. Continue straight for about 500 meters, and you will see Bledisloe Park on your right.

• Bus

  You can catch a bus from the central bus station in Palmerston North. Look for the bus routes that head towards Massey University. Once on the bus, ask the driver to let you know when to get off for Bledisloe Park. The bus will stop near the entrance of the park on Tennent Drive. From there, it's just a short walk into the park.

• Cycling

  If you have access to a bicycle, you can take a scenic route to Bledisloe Park. Start from the city center and head towards The Square. Then, take George Street heading east and continue to the intersection with Main Street. Turn left onto Main Street and follow it until you reach the roundabout. Take the first exit onto Pioneer Highway and cycle straight for about 1.5 km. At the next roundabout, take the second exit onto Tennent Drive. Continue cycling for about 500 meters, and Bledisloe Park will be on your right. There are bike racks available at the park.