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Wanganui Riverboat Centre
Wanganui , New Zealand
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- Hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Phone
- 06 347 1863
- Website
- Visit site
- Address
- Whanganui Riverboat Center 1A Taupo Quay, City, Whanganui 4500, New Zealand
About this museum
At the Wanganui Riverboat Centre, visitors explore the rich maritime heritage of the Whanganui River through preserved paddle steamers and historic coal - powered engines. This welcoming museum offers an immersive journey into the region's transportation history, showcasing authentic vessels that once navigated the river's scenic waters. Admission is complimentary, allowing guests to step back in time and experience the genuine spirit of New Zealand's riverboat era.
Admission and verification
Free admission every day. We combine official or place-listing data with public cultural datasets when available, then flag pages that may need a fresh check before you travel.
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Visit notes
- Free admission every day
- Today: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM -
- Plan for about an hour
- Verified Oct 5, 2025
Plan your free visit
Confirm admission
Free admission every day; confirm with the museum or map listing if plans are time-sensitive.
Check hours
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM -
Plan the route
Whanganui Riverboat Center 1A Taupo Quay, City, Whanganui 4500, New Zealand
Accessibility
Wheelchair access is reported for this venue.
Listing quality
- 2 public sources linked
- Official website available
- Map listing available
- Photo preview available
- 4.7 rating from 306 reviews
Opening hours
| Monday | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
Location
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