Tapuae Marine Reserve
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Visit Tapuae Marine Reserve
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Puke Ariki
Learn about local history in interactive exhibits, eat award-winning food and find useful visitor information at New Plymouth’s ground-breaking cultural center.
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.
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