New Plymouth Airport 20 min
Farmers Market Taranaki (7 min) The Wind Wand (6 min) Completed in 2000, this red-fibreglass kinetic sculpture by Len Lye stands 48m tall. Pukekura Park (7 min) Lush city park with trails, formal gardens, a teahouse, several lakes, kids' play areas & more. Todd Energy Aquatic Centre (6 min) Pukeiti (26 min) Botanical garden known for its diverse rhododendrons, plus rainforest trails & treehouses for kids. Govett-Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre (5 min) Striking destination for contemporary art & experimental film in a towering, modern space. Tupare (13 min) Garden and park Te Rewa Rewa Bridge (15 min) Well-known, architecturally unique pedestrian & cycling bridge with views of Mount Taranaki. Puke Ariki Library and Museum (6 min) Contemporary museum, library & visitor center with history, natural history & cultural exhibits. Fitzroy Beach (10 min) Part of the New Plymouth Coastal Walkway, this beach is popular for surfing, swimming & dog walking. Chaddy's Charters (4 min) New Plymouth Coastal Walkway (17 min) Lake Mangamahoe (19 min) Lake and mountain Paritutu Rock (5 min) Hiking destination with a large rock offering challenging climbs & panoramic views from the top. Brooklands Zoo (10 min) This menagerie with monkeys, parrots, reptiles & other animals has complimentary admission. |