Those who get off the beaten track to the city and river of Whanganui are rewarded with some surprisingly affordable travel experiences. Take a road trip up the Whanganui River Road, visit all of the free museums and art galleries in town, check out the awesome parks, bird sanctuaries and beaches, and the list goes on and on. Discover the freebies and hidden gems of Whanganui right here on New Zealand’s largest travel guide.