New Plymouth Airport 17 min
Pukekura Park (6 min) Lush city park with trails, formal gardens, a teahouse, several lakes, kids' play areas & more. Govett-Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre (4 min) Striking destination for contemporary art & experimental film in a towering, modern space. Te Rewa Rewa Bridge (12 min) Well-known, architecturally unique pedestrian & cycling bridge with views of Mount Taranaki. Lake Mangamahoe (18 min) Lake and mountain New Plymouth Coastal Walkway (5 min) Paritutu Rock (6 min) Hiking destination with a large rock offering challenging climbs & panoramic views from the top. Chaddy's Charters (8 min) Pukeiti (29 min) Botanical garden known for its diverse rhododendrons, plus rainforest trails & treehouses for kids. Fitzroy Beach (8 min) Part of the New Plymouth Coastal Walkway, this beach is popular for surfing, swimming & dog walking. Puke Ariki Library and Museum (17 min) Contemporary museum, library & visitor center with history, natural history & cultural exhibits. Todd Energy Aquatic Centre (12 min) Brooklands Zoo (9 min) This menagerie with monkeys, parrots, reptiles & other animals has complimentary admission. Tupare (12 min) Garden and park Farmers Market Taranaki (5 min) The Wind Wand (3 min) Completed in 2000, this red-fibreglass kinetic sculpture by Len Lye stands 48m tall. |