New Plymouth Airport 13 min
Te Rewa Rewa Bridge (9 min) Well-known, architecturally unique pedestrian & cycling bridge with views of Mount Taranaki. Pukeiti (27 min) Botanical garden known for its diverse rhododendrons, plus rainforest trails & treehouses for kids. Tupare (6 min) Garden and park Govett-Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre (8 min) Striking destination for contemporary art & experimental film in a towering, modern space. Recreation Reserve (5 min) Farmers Market Taranaki (8 min) Pukekura Park (4 min) Lush city park with trails, formal gardens, a teahouse, several lakes, kids' play areas & more. Puke Ariki Library and Museum (7 min) Contemporary museum, library & visitor center with history, natural history & cultural exhibits. Brooklands Zoo (8 min) This menagerie with monkeys, parrots, reptiles & other animals has complimentary admission. Fitzroy Beach (5 min) Part of the New Plymouth Coastal Walkway, this beach is popular for surfing, swimming & dog walking. New Plymouth Coastal Walkway (13 min) The Wind Wand (7 min) Completed in 2000, this red-fibreglass kinetic sculpture by Len Lye stands 48m tall. Paritutu Rock (14 min) Hiking destination with a large rock offering challenging climbs & panoramic views from the top. Lake Mangamahoe (12 min) Lake and mountain Te Henui Cemetery (4 min) |