New Plymouth Airport 10 min
Fitzroy Beach (14 min) Part of the New Plymouth Coastal Walkway, this beach is popular for surfing, swimming & dog walking. Puke Ariki Library and Museum (19 min) Contemporary museum, library & visitor center with history, natural history & cultural exhibits. Recreation Reserve (15 min) Manutahi Museum - Taxidermy Museum (9 min) Paritutu Rock (26 min) Hiking destination with a large rock offering challenging climbs & panoramic views from the top. Govett-Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre (19 min) Striking destination for contemporary art & experimental film in a towering, modern space. Lake Rotomanu (17 min) The Wind Wand (19 min) Completed in 2000, this red-fibreglass kinetic sculpture by Len Lye stands 48m tall. New Plymouth Coastal Walkway (25 min) Bell Block Beach (11 min) Seaside green space offering beach access, a war memorial, picnic tables & public toilets. Te Rewa Rewa Bridge (17 min) Well-known, architecturally unique pedestrian & cycling bridge with views of Mount Taranaki. Lake Mangamahoe (26 min) Lake and mountain Brooklands Zoo (21 min) This menagerie with monkeys, parrots, reptiles & other animals has complimentary admission. Tupare (19 min) Garden and park Pukekura Park (18 min) Lush city park with trails, formal gardens, a teahouse, several lakes, kids' play areas & more. |