Arrival monument is a historic site at 1050 Paerata Rd, Paerata, in the Franklin district, with a Google rating of 3.0.
A good historic site is easy to find, free or low-cost to visit and worth a few quiet minutes. Read any plaques or information boards, since they explain what is remembered and why, and treat the place with respect, keeping noise down and avoiding climbing on monuments. Roadside memorials are often small, so park carefully off the road, take care with traffic and allow only a short stop. It helps to read about the local history beforehand, since the story behind a monument is what makes it meaningful, and a council or local historical society page is a good source. Regulars combine a stop with other sites in the area and bring a camera and a few quiet minutes.
For travellers through Paerata and the Franklin district, the Arrival monument is a short, free stop on the way.