New Plymouth
New Plymouth is a sunny city located in the Taranaki region, offering a lively cosmopolitan base for exploring the rest of Taranaki. New Plymouth is a popular tourist destination, well-known for its black sand surfing beaches, glorious parks and gardens and its vibrant arts scene.
Connecting the many attractions is a network of walking and cycling trails, the most prominent of which is the city’s Coastal Walkway. Pukekura Park on Liardet Street and Tupare Garden on Mangorei Rd are also great spots for a short walk through beautifully landscaped gardens where you can find stunning views, exotic plant specimens, great family picnic spots and historic marvels. more
The centre point for New Plymouth’s arts scene is the Govett-Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre – New Zealand’s first and only museum of contemporary art. With its curved exterior walls of mirror-like stainless steel, the museum is a must-see with tours available from Thursday-Sunday at 2pm (bookings must be made 24 hours in advance).
While you are in New Plymouth, be sure to check out the delicious restaurants and cafes – from chilled out coffee roasteries to hidden, VIP restaurants, your taste buds will thank you!
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ARIKI BACKPACKERS & ACCOMMODATION - New Plymouth
ARIKI BACKPACKERS & ACCOMMODATION - New Plymouth
Mobile-friendly - Ariki Backpackers is the fun, friendly, laid-back hostel in the heart of New Plymouth. At backpacker prices, it has a range of rooms, including a girls' only dorm, private rooms, family rooms and the famous Queen Anne Room for that special night! The hostel sleeps up to 42 and is ideal for sports teams, both young and old.
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BEACH STREET MOTEL APARTMENTS - New Plymouth
BEACH STREET MOTEL APARTMENTS - New Plymouth
Mobile-friendly - Formerly Fitzroy Beach Motel, Beach Street Motel & Apartments is conveniently located 2 minutes from central New Plymouth and is the closest motel to the airport. Our New Plymouth luxury apartment styled motel units makes us the ideal motel accommodation option for both corporate and leisure market. Complimentary bikes for use on the cycle track alongside the sea.
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BELT ROAD SEASIDE HOLIDAY PARK - New Plymouth
BELT ROAD SEASIDE HOLIDAY PARK - New Plymouth
Mobile-friendly - With a superb, elevated seaside location, Belt Road Seaside Holiday Park offers a great range of modern accommodation including deluxe waterfront motels, self-contained studio units, ensuite cabins, powered and non-powered sites. Enjoy the breathtaking ocean views and the friendly atmosphere within walking distance of the city. Rest, relax and rejuvenate at Belt Road Seaside Holiday Park, New Plymouth.
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CARRINGTON MOTEL - New Plymouth
CARRINGTON MOTEL - New Plymouth
Welcome to Carrington Motel, the closest affordable Motel to Pukekura Park and the bowl of Brooklands. Set in a park like setting 500 meters from town facilities, our rooms are clean, comfortable and spacious. We offer Off-street parking, BBQ, Guest Laundry, Wireless-Internet access, Office facilities. 16 units, can accommodate small group to big group up to 65 people or more.
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Challenge Petrol Stations
Challenge Petrol Stations
Challenge was formed in 1998 with an emphasis on service that is built on the independence and unique nature of our owner-operated stations. Because we are New Zealand owned, Challenge quickly became a force in the industry offering matching fuel services with a local community feel.
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COASTAL WALKWAY - New Plymouth
COASTAL WALKWAY - New Plymouth
The award-winning Coastal Walkway is a 12.7km path that forms an expansive sea-edge promenade stretching from Pioneer Park at Port Taranaki all the way to the eastern side of Bell Block Beach with numerous pedestrian access points dotted along the way. Ideal for walking, running, cycling or skating, or simply enjoying the view of the dramatic west coast.
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DISTINCTION NEW PLYMOUTH HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE - New Plymouth
DISTINCTION NEW PLYMOUTH HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE - New Plymouth
Mobile-friendly - The ideal New Plymouth accommodation choice for both business and travelers. Located in the heart of the CBD, the 4-star hotel offers a range of spacious guest rooms, suites and apartments. Complimentary car parking, FREE unlimited WiFi and access to the hotel gym. Book direct for the best price guaranteed. Join D Club & SAVE a further 10%.
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EASYRIDER TOURS - Hamilton
EASYRIDER TOURS - Hamilton
Perfect transport or tour solution if someone in your group has a disability. We can carry wheelchairs, mobility scooters and power chairs. We offer a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle equipped with wheelchair lift and low steps. Capable of carrying large groups with provision to remain in wheelchairs. Disabled sports events, inclusive group charters, 'wheelie' friendly travel club, wheelchair accessible touring.
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FITZROY BEACH HOLIDAY PARK - New Plymouth
FITZROY BEACH HOLIDAY PARK - New Plymouth
Mobile-friendly - Stay at New Plymouth's only holiday park on the beach. Fitzroy Beach Holiday Park is a family friendly beachfront campground with a wide range of accommodation options to suit all budgets. Sitting along the award-winning Coastal Walkway, with modern facilities, beautiful grounds, jumping pillow and playground on-site, it's the perfect location for a family holiday or relaxing beach break.
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KING AND QUEEN HOTEL SUITES - New Plymouth
KING AND QUEEN HOTEL SUITES - New Plymouth
Mobile-friendly - King & Queen Hotel Suites is New Plymouth's luxury boutique accommodation offering cutting edge architectural design, European interior, magnificent views and secure off-street parking. Check out our newly opened state-of-the-art Left Wing Studios and Left Wing Spa Suites. We are conveniently located in the Arts and Cultural hub of New Plymouth within easy walking distance of the CBD.
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KIWI MOTORHOMES - Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Queenstown
KIWI MOTORHOMES - Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Queenstown
Enjoy the beauty of New Zealand from the comfort of any of our 2, 4 or 6 berth motorhomes. We offer you a very individual and personal service, and are very flexible to your needs. We’ve travelled extensively in New Zealand, so we can give really good advice on where to go and what to do. Airport pickups available.
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MOATREK SMALL GROUP ESCAPES
MOATREK SMALL GROUP ESCAPES
Small group guided tours for mature travellers. MoaTrek holidays are designed especially for those who want to explore our beautiful countryside in a small friendly group with the care and attention of a professional Kiwi Guide. Enjoy special annual events, summer getaways and get to know the locals over relaxed lunches in their homes.
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NICE HOTEL - New Plymouth
NICE HOTEL - New Plymouth
Mobile-friendly - Boutique, Luxury Accommodation. New Plymouth's oldest wooden building, restored and filled with an eclectic-range of art and furnishings. The building blends old with new to give a true boutique hotel experience. Long or short stay, with rooms to suit, make your experience unique and memorable. Discover the tropical garden, art collection or library, with complimentary tipple while you read.
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PATUHA LODGE - New Plymouth
PATUHA LODGE - New Plymouth
Mobile-friendly - A hidden gem in some of New Zealands' finest bush. With all the amenities you require, Patuha Lodge is the perfect accommodation for your luxury stay in Taranaki. Patuha lodge offers retreats which allow you to relax and rejuvenate. Our retreats include yoga sessions and restorative workshops. We have some great hiking packages available for you to see the stunning scenery.
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PUKE ARIKI MUSEUM & LIBRARY - New Plymouth
PUKE ARIKI MUSEUM & LIBRARY - New Plymouth
Puke Ariki sets out to inspire creativity by creating stunning exhibitions that highlight Taranaki's past, present and future. A combined museum, library and information centre.
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PUKEKURA PARK - New Plymouth
PUKEKURA PARK - New Plymouth
Often described as the jewel in New Plymouth's crown, Pukekura Park covers 52ha (128 acres) right in the heart of the city and is one of New Zealand's premier botanical gardens. The park has an international Green Flag award and is a Garden of National Significance.
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SADDLE AND SULKY MOTOR LODGE - New Plymouth
SADDLE AND SULKY MOTOR LODGE - New Plymouth
Mobile-friendly - Located 5 minutes from town centre, in a relaxed garden setting, next to the racecourse. Short walk to beautiful Pukekura Park, Bowl of Brooklands, and Zoo. 14 self contained, spacious, comfortably appointed units, with off street parking. 11 Studio and 3 x 1-bedroom units, with ocean or mountain views. Close to excellent shopping. Friendly hosts keen to assist.
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THRIFTY CAR RENTAL - New Zealand Wide
THRIFTY CAR RENTAL - New Zealand Wide
Mobile-friendly - Thrifty has you covered with 31 locations nationwide and a fleet of modern vehicles – whether you’re a small car to zip around the city, a comfortable sedan to get you to your business meeting or a large 4WD to get your family up the mountain in style. Sign up to join Blue Chip and save 15%.
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TIMANDRA MOTEL - New Plymouth
TIMANDRA MOTEL - New Plymouth
Mobile-friendly - New Plymouth motel accommodation situated in a tranquil garden and bush setting. Close to New Plymouth centre. A quiet, cosy seven-unit motel, Timandra provides comfortable, affordable and peaceful accommodation to suit your every need. The motel has just been refurbished with new heat pumps/air-con, face-lifted kitchens, double glazing, redecoration and new bedding. Free High Speed wireless Internet.
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WAI-ITI BEACH RETREAT - Taranaki
WAI-ITI BEACH RETREAT - Taranaki
Mobile-friendly - A unique west coast retreat located on 8 hectares of picturesque land 35 minutes drive north of New Plymouth, Taranaki. Dotted in tiny clusters along the beach front or on terraces overlooking the bay are charming little new and renovated apartments and one or two-bedroom cabins designed to recreate the iconic beach bach experience.
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Italian Film Festival in New Plymouth
The Embassy of Italy and The Italian Film Festival warmly welcome you to the Govett Brewster - Len Lye Cinema to see the 2024 Italian Film Festival. With 24 films, including the award-winning 'short film' by Paolo ...
Where: Govett-Brewster Art Gallery, New Plymouth, Taranaki
Address: 42 Queen St, New Plymouth, Taranaki
From: 10:30am on Tuesday 21st May 2024
To: 10:00pm on Sunday 9th June 2024
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Two Guitars - Winter Fest
Two guitars, two mates and two very different takes on what it means to be a modern Māori. Choice musicians Billy and Te Po are about to smash the biggest night of their lives. But backstage, the super tūturu ...
Where: Theatre Royal - TSB Showplace, New Plymouth, Taranaki
Address: 92 - 100 Devon St West, New Plymouth, Taranaki
From: 7:00pm on Thursday 6th June 2024
To: 8:20pm on Thursday 6th June 2024
Secrets In The City
Join Jamie on an unbelievable escapade. See things you've e never seen before and uncover the tales (and tails) of times gone by. Armed with your tell-tale device, the superpower to jump back in time and the ability to ...
Where: Clocktower, New Plymouth, Taranaki
Address: 2 Robe Street, New Plymouth Central, 4310, New Plymouth, Taranaki
From: 9:00am on Thursday 6th June 2024
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 16th June 2024
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Brenda Cash Exhibition and Studio
Brenda Cash Exhibition and Studio at Gover St Gallery Gover St Gallery is open Monday - Saturday 10 - 4pm Brenda has a permanent working studio within the gallery and welcomes visitors to come and have a chat ...
Where: Gover St Gallery, New Plymouth, Taranaki
Address: 19 Gover Street, New Plymouth, Taranaki
From: 10:00am on Saturday 1st June 2024
To: 4:00pm on Saturday 29th June 2024
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Stephen Komene Exhibition
Stephen Komene Exhibition at Gover St Gallery, New Plymouth throughout June. Gover St Gallery is open Monday - Saturday 10 - 4pm Stephen started painting with oils at 14 years old, self taught and painting for ...
Where: Gover St Gallery, New Plymouth, Taranaki
Address: 19 Gover Street, New Plymouth, Taranaki
From: 10:00am on Saturday 1st June 2024
To: 4:00pm on Saturday 29th June 2024
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Tanya Paton Exhibition
Tanya Paton Exhibition at Gover St Gallery throughout June Gover St Gallery is open Monday - Saturday 10 - 4pm Tanya is an intuitive painter and is showing her 'Under the Mountain' series of work A capsule ...
Where: Gover St Gallery, New Plymouth, Taranaki
Address: 19 Gover Street, New Plymouth, Taranaki
From: 10:00am on Saturday 1st June 2024
To: 4:00pm on Saturday 29th June 2024
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Suzan Kostanich Exhibition
Suzan Kostanich Exhibition at Gover St Gallery in May and June Gover St Gallery is open Monday - Saturday 10 - 4pm Suzan is a highly skilled fibre artist who has worldwide notoriety The work in her exhibition depicts the ...
Where: Gover St Gallery, New Plymouth, Taranaki
Address: 19 Gover Street, New Plymouth, Taranaki
From: 10:00am on Friday 17th May 2024
To: 4:00pm on Saturday 29th June 2024
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'They Struggled With the Likeness' Portrait Exhibition
'They struggled with the Likeness' Portrait Exhibition at Gover St Gallery throughout June Gover St Gallery is open Monday - Saturday 10 - 4pm An open exhibition for everyone to participate in To be taken as seriously or ...
Where: Gover St Gallery, New Plymouth, Taranaki
Address: 19 Gover Street, New Plymouth, Taranaki
From: 10:00am on Saturday 1st June 2024
To: 4:00pm on Saturday 29th June 2024
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Out of the Blue Exhibition
Out of the Blue Exhibition The art of Painting with Wool by Barbara Crow at Gover St Gallery throughout June Gover St Gallery is open Monday to Saturday 10am - 4pm Out of the Blue exhibition is the exhibition of ...
Where: Gover St Gallery, New Plymouth, Taranaki
Address: 19 Gover Street, New Plymouth, Taranaki
From: 10:00am on Saturday 1st June 2024
To: 4:00pm on Saturday 29th June 2024
Prima Facie (Winter Fest)
Something has to change. Tessa is a criminal defence lawyer at the top of her game and loving it: defending, cross-examining and playing the rules of the law to win. But when the tables turn, she finds herself at ...
Where: TSB Theatre - TSB Showplace, New Plymouth, Taranaki
Address: 92 -100 Devon St West, New Plymouth, Taranaki
From: 7:00pm on Friday 7th June 2024
To: 11:59pm on Friday 7th June 2024