New Plymouth Airport 15 min
Lake Mangamahoe (11 min) Lake and mountain Pukekura Park (9 min) Lush city park with trails, formal gardens, a teahouse, several lakes, kids' play areas & more. New Plymouth Coastal Walkway (12 min) Fitzroy Beach (7 min) Part of the New Plymouth Coastal Walkway, this beach is popular for surfing, swimming & dog walking. Recreation Reserve (6 min) Govett-Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre (6 min) Striking destination for contemporary art & experimental film in a towering, modern space. The Wind Wand (6 min) Completed in 2000, this red-fibreglass kinetic sculpture by Len Lye stands 48m tall. Te Henui Cemetery (15 min) Pukeiti (26 min) Botanical garden known for its diverse rhododendrons, plus rainforest trails & treehouses for kids. Tupare (5 min) Garden and park Brooklands Zoo (7 min) This menagerie with monkeys, parrots, reptiles & other animals has complimentary admission. Te Rewa Rewa Bridge (11 min) Well-known, architecturally unique pedestrian & cycling bridge with views of Mount Taranaki. Farmers Market Taranaki (6 min) Puke Ariki Library and Museum (6 min) Contemporary museum, library & visitor center with history, natural history & cultural exhibits. Paritutu Rock (13 min) Hiking destination with a large rock offering challenging climbs & panoramic views from the top. |