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Back Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Back Beach during your travels in New Plymouth? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Paritutu Rock
Climb up the short, steep path to this vantage point for stunning views of the rugged Taranaki coastline, Sugar Loaf Islands and Tasman Sea.
Sugar Loaf Marine Reserve
Visit the remnants of an extinct volcano and discover a rich diversity of marine life in the reefs and islands off the rugged coast of New Plymouth.
Govett-Brewster Art Gallery
Discover why New Plymouth is one of New Zealand’s cultural capitals. Inspire your own creativity at this award-winning contemporary art gallery.
Saint Mary's Church
Admire a building steeped in reverence and tradition as you visit New Zealand’s oldest standing stone church and walk through its surrounding grounds.
Corbett Park
Explore the great outdoors at Corbett Park, a lovely green space in Omata. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.