Whanganui, Manawatu-Whanganui Map
Explore Whanganui, Manawatu-Whanganui, New Zealand, with this interactive street and satellite map. You can “grab” the Whanganui map and move it around to re-centre it. You can change between standard map view and satellite map view by clicking the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. You can use the zoom buttons on the lower right side of the map to zoom in or out to street-level detail.
This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official LINZ topographic sheets — plus LINZ aerial imagery, an OpenStreetMap search for anywhere in New Zealand, a GPS grid-reference readout and turn-by-turn driving directions. See How to Use This Map below. You will find live weather, local and world news further down the page.
Interactive Map of Whanganui, Manawatu-Whanganui
How to Use This Whanganui, Manawatu-Whanganui Map
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Whanganui, Manawatu-Whanganui. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture to zoom in and out. Drag the map to pan to any area of Manawatu-Whanganui or beyond.
Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen for a larger view. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key on your keyboard, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).
TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official LINZ topographic maps — the Topo250 and Topo50 sheets used for tramping, hunting, hut access and back-country navigation, switching scale automatically as you zoom in. Aerial shows LINZ aerial imagery, down to 5cm resolution in urban areas. The search box above the map finds any New Zealand town, suburb or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Whanganui.
Click 📍 My position in that same panel to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are, shows your accuracy, and reports your position as an NZTM2000 grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude. The NZTM grid reference is the format New Zealand search and rescue services work from, and there is a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need mobile coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even in places where the map itself cannot load.
The blue 📍 My Location & Navigate button starts live turn-by-turn driving directions from wherever you are to any destination you enter, with spoken guidance, lane hints and automatic re-routing if you leave the route.
Map search is available for a limited number of queries per session to manage costs. Be specific — search precisely for best results.
| Locality | Whanganui |
| Region | Manawatu-Whanganui |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Timezone | New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT) |
| Remoteness | Main Urban Area |
| Latitude | -39.93333 |
| Longitude | 175.05 |
| Population | 49,200 |
| Elevation | 18 m |
| Area Code | 06 |
| Distance to Palmerston North | 67 km north-west |
About Whanganui, Manawatu-Whanganui
Whanganui is a locality in the Manawatu-Whanganui Region of New Zealand. It has a population of 49,200. It sits at an elevation of around 18 m above sea level. It lies approximately 67 km north-west of Palmerston North, the regional capital. Whanganui is located at 39.9333°S, 175.0500°E. It observes New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT). Statistics New Zealand classifies the area as a main urban area.
Whanganui rests in a fertile embrace, its physical character shaped by the gentle sweep of the land rather than dramatic geological pronouncements. It lies 67.0 km north-west of Palmerston North (from Palmerston North: bearing 314°T), and is situated 31.8 km west-north-west of Marton. The terrain around Whanganui is a study in pastoral grace, characterised by rolling hills that transition into broader plains, a landscape softened by the persistent work of agriculture and the occasional verdant patch of native bush. Though it lies inland, a considerable distance from the coast, the presence of water is a defining element, with the broad, meandering Wanganui River flowing nearby, its currents a constant, quiet presence. Lake Virginia, a smaller, serene body of water, also graces the immediate vicinity, reflecting the sky in its placid depths. The air in Whanganui often carries a clean, earthy scent, a subtle perfume of damp soil and growing things, particularly potent after a spring rain, lending a grounded, almost tangible quality to the atmosphere.
The genesis of Whanganui is a story rooted in the confluence of geography and human endeavour, a place where early settlers and Māori found common ground along the life-giving Wanganui River. While the precise founding date may be a matter for historical archives, the spirit of Whanganui’s establishment speaks of resilience and a deep connection to the riverine landscape. It was a place where transport and sustenance were intrinsically linked to the waterways, shaping the early patterns of life and community development. Over time, this initial settlement grew, its character evolving through the decades, yet always retaining a sense of its origins as a hub situated at a significant point along a vital artery of the land. The echoes of those early days can still be felt in the enduring structures and the very rhythm of life that unfolds in Whanganui.
The economic landscape of Whanganui is a balanced tapestry, woven from traditional strengths and emerging opportunities. Dairy farming remains a cornerstone, its rich pastures yielding the bounty that underpins a significant portion of the region's prosperity, the gentle hum of milking sheds a familiar sound. Further diversification is evident in industries such as forestry, with the nearby Lismore Forest contributing to the local economy, and a growing horticultural sector. While not a primary hub for higher education in the same vein as larger centres, Whanganui benefits from institutions that foster vocational training and community development, ensuring a skilled workforce. The infrastructure of Whanganui is functional and well-maintained, supporting the flow of goods and people, with road networks connecting it to neighbouring districts and the broader national system, facilitating trade and travel.
The cultural life of Whanganui is a blend of understated local pride and broader national engagement. While Whanganui may not boast professional sporting franchises of the same calibre as major metropolitan centres, the passion for provincial rugby, specifically within the NPC competition, runs deep, with local teams embodying the community's sporting spirit. Major annual events and festivals, often tied to the agricultural calendar or celebrating local heritage, provide focal points for community gathering and artistic expression, drawing both residents and visitors. Landmarks such as Matipo Park offer spaces for recreation and quiet contemplation, while the natural features, including the ever-present Wanganui River, provide a constant source of beauty and connection to the land. Though Whanganui has produced notable individuals in various fields, its cultural identity is perhaps most strongly defined by the quiet persistence of its people and the enduring charm of its distinctive setting, a place where everyday life unfolds with a palpable sense of place.
Nearby Places to Explore — Whanganui, Manawatu-Whanganui
Featured Attractions
Nature Reserve / Park · 0.0 km N
Maori Cultural Site · 0.0 km N
Art Gallery · 0.2 km ESE
Museum · 0.2 km ESE
Monument / Memorial · 0.3 km SSE
Landmark · 0.9 km NNW
Botanic Garden · 2 km NNW
Other Nearby Places
Monument / Memorial · 0.1 km SE
Monument / Memorial · 0.3 km NE
Attraction · 0.4 km NE
Cinema · 0.4 km ESE
Gallery · 0.5 km E
Historic Reserve · 0.6 km ENE
Reservation · 1.0 km WSW
Recreation Reserve · 1 km WSW · 25 ha
Island · 2 km SW
Hill · 3 km E
Recreation Reserve · 4 km SW · 7 ha
Wildlife Refuge · 4 km SSE · 129 ha
Lake · 4 km NW
Lake · 4 km SSE
Scenic Reserve · 5 km ENE · 14 ha
Stewardship Area · 5 km WSW
Park · 5 km N
Scenic Reserve · 6 km NNW · 14 ha
Scenic Reserve · 6 km S · 65 ha
Wildlife Refuge · 6 km NW · 47 ha
Stewardship Area · 8 km NNE · 2 ha
Park · 10 km NW
Scientific Reserve · 44 km SSE · 152 ha
Sources: curated tourist landmarks, DOC Public Conservation Areas (LINZ), GeoNames Gazetteer, OpenStreetMap.
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About This Whanganui Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Whanganui, Manawatu-Whanganui, New Zealand at coordinates -39.93333, 175.05. Use the Map and Satellite buttons to switch views, the plus and minus buttons to zoom, and Fullscreen to fill the screen.
Search Maps opens a second, independent map with four things the embedded map cannot do. It searches OpenStreetMap for any New Zealand town, suburb or landmark by name. It offers LINZ topographic maps as a base layer — the official Topo250 and Topo50 sheets, switching scale automatically as you zoom, and the standard reference for tramping, hunting and back-country travel. It offers LINZ aerial imagery down to 5cm resolution in urban areas. And it can take a single GPS fix from your device and report your position as both an NZTM2000 grid reference and plain latitude and longitude — the grid reference being what New Zealand search and rescue services work from. Map tiles require mobile coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map itself cannot load.
My Location & Navigate starts the vector-tile navigator: live turn-by-turn driving directions from your current position to any destination, with spoken guidance, lane hints and automatic re-routing.
Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time New Zealand and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorial description provides background on Whanganui.
Whanganui sits within the Manawatu-Whanganui Region. Location data is drawn from the GeoNames geographical database and verified by coordinates, ensuring the correct Whanganui is identified even where the name is shared across multiple New Zealand localities.
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | GeoNames Gazetteer (CC BY 4.0), Stats NZ regional and urban-rural classifications |
| Description | Editorial description generated from verified location data. |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; LINZ Basemaps topographic and aerial imagery, sourced from Toitū Te Whenua LINZ (CC BY 4.0) |
