New Plymouth

New Plymouth

Taranaki’s only city is a vibrant hub embraced by the wild Tasman Sea. With Pukekura Park at its heart, the city is edged with the Coastal Walkway from the Port to Bell Block and is dotted with other walkways and top class surf beaches.

New Plymouth is home to the world-renowned GovettBrewster Art Gallery and Len Lye Centre. And has many excellent restaurants and cafes, plus food trucks and coffee carts.

New Plymouth is also alive with festivals – and is home to the Bowl of Brooklands, where countless international acts have performed, including WOMAD NZ.

17. Pukekura Park & The Fernery and Display Houses

10 Fillis St, New Plymouth (several entry points) NPDC Staff

Located in the heart of New Plymouth, Pukekura Park is a Garden of National Significance, has a five-star rating from the New Zealand Gardens Trust and has the international Green Flag award. Created in 1876, the 52ha park has an amazing range of native and exotic plants displayed in a natural setting.

The Fernery and Display Houses have been a must-see for almost a century. Linked by tunnels, the three glass-topped caverns dug into a hillside and the tropical house display a wide variety of native and exotic plants. The Fernery and Display Houses are open 8.30am-4pm.

Guided walks and tours available (see page 59)

Open All day, every day. Free admission. P 06 759 6060 E enquires@npdc.govt.nz W newplymouthnz.com

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