THINGS TO DO IN NEW PLYMOUTH
New Plymouth is a coastal city with much to offer travellers. Whether you are here on business or pleasure, you are bound to find something that appeals to you. It has a warm, friendly vibe and a range of easily accessible outdoor activities. There are excellent restaurants, bars and fantastic shopping.
We have a tremendous amount to offer visitors from our lush landscape to our vibrant community. There are a range of short walks and you will easily find one that caters to your fitness level. Head towards Mt Taranaki and you will find more challenging walks, including the Summit Walk which takes several days.
In addition to the usual family friendly places often found in cities, like movies and 10-pin bowling, there is a good range of other family friendly activities as well. The Brooklands Zoo is particularly good as it’s free! There is plenty to look at with the Festival of Lights and Americana, art galleries and walks.
For the more adventurous, you could even take a surfing or stand up paddleboard lesson, or join in on a cycle tour.
FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES
Brooklands Zoo
Festival of Lights
Oakura Arts Trail
Fitzroy Beach
The award winning Coastal Walkway
Americana
Meeting of the Waters Scenic Reserve
Pukeiti
Pukekura Park
FOR THE MORE ADVENTUROUS
Beach Street Surf Shop
City Cycle Tours
Mt Taranaki Summit Track
WOMAD
ACCOMMODATION AND DINING
The beautiful coastal town of New Plymouth has the feel of a vibrant city but thanks to being ‘off the beaten track’, has way less traffic than a typical city. It is well laid out with with plenty of centrally located accommodation and dining options.
Whether you are after a luxury stay, a family orientated holiday or even an adventure, you will find accommodation and dining options to suit your needs. There is a great selection of hotels and motels including some newer hotels. And of course you can also choose to stay at holiday parks or rent places through Airbnb, Bookabach etc.
There are plenty of things to do in New Plymouth. If you want to know what to do in New Plymouth while you are here, then take our advice and sample some of our fine food. We are well known for our talented artisans and brewers who delight in tempting your taste buds. There are some excellent options for eating and drinking, so your experience dining out in New Plymouth is bound to be a gastronomical one.
With eatery’s dotted all over the city, and a varying array from relaxed lunch spots to deluxe dining experiences, Taranaki has you covered.
ACCOMMODATION
The Waterfront Hotel
The Plymouth Hotel
The Autolodge Motor Inn
The Devon Hotel
The Copthorne Hotel New Plymouth
The Novotel Hotel New Plymouth
King and Queen Hotel Suites
One Burgess Hill
Taranaki Holiday Parks
DINING OUT
Arborio Restaurant, Cafe & Bar
Marbles Buffet
Social Kitchen
Salt Restaurant
Portofino
Thai Chef
CAFE’S
Pikopiko Eatery
Deluxe Diner
Elixir Cafe
The Federal Store