Mark & Kristy's Guidebook
Places to visit
The jewel in the crown. Mt Taranaki is a local treasure. Plenty to see and do on the maunga, whether it’s a summit walk, day walks or overnighter in one of the many huts located around the mountain, this is a very special place to visit. Remember to always check the weather conditions and let someone know your plans. Conditions change quickly on the mountain but the staff at the information centres are very helpful and happy to give advice.
15 locals recommend
Egmont National Park
The jewel in the crown. Mt Taranaki is a local treasure. Plenty to see and do on the maunga, whether it’s a summit walk, day walks or overnighter in one of the many huts located around the mountain, this is a very special place to visit. Remember to always check the weather conditions and let someone know your plans. Conditions change quickly on the mountain but the staff at the information centres are very helpful and happy to give advice.
Located in the centre of New Plymouth this is a lovely place to visit for a stroll around the gardens.
130 locals recommend
Pukekura Park
10 Fillis StLocated in the centre of New Plymouth this is a lovely place to visit for a stroll around the gardens.
Paritutu Rock
Centennial DriveClimbing Paratutu Rock will give you amazing views of the region.
Good mountain biking, running and walking trails around the lake.
10 locals recommend
Lake Mangamahoe Mountain Bike Park
Plantation RoadGood mountain biking, running and walking trails around the lake.
Situated at Pukekura Park, the Bowl is an amazing venue for concerts and events such as WOMAD.
22 locals recommend
TSB Bowl of BROOKLANDS
Brooklands Park DriveSituated at Pukekura Park, the Bowl is an amazing venue for concerts and events such as WOMAD.
Fitzroy Beach is in New Plymouth, it’s a great swimming and surf beach. The Kiosk Cafe has good food and coffee and it’s a nice spot to just sit and look out over the ocean.
Fitzroy Seaside Park
Beach StreetFitzroy Beach is in New Plymouth, it’s a great swimming and surf beach. The Kiosk Cafe has good food and coffee and it’s a nice spot to just sit and look out over the ocean.
The Brooklyn Zoo is free and a lovely place to take kids. It is situated right next to the Bowl of Brooklyn and Pukekura Park.
23 locals recommend
Brooklands Zoo
30 Brooklands Park DrThe Brooklyn Zoo is free and a lovely place to take kids. It is situated right next to the Bowl of Brooklyn and Pukekura Park.
A great walk, be sure to check the tides before departing and the walkway is closed during spring for lambing.
7 locals recommend
White Cliffs Walkway
1135 Gilbert RdA great walk, be sure to check the tides before departing and the walkway is closed during spring for lambing.
Len Lye Centre
42 Queen StNeighbourhoods
About 7km from the cottage is the township of Waitara. There is a pharmacy, supermarket, cafe, service stations, post office and takeaways.
Waitara
About 7km from the cottage is the township of Waitara. There is a pharmacy, supermarket, cafe, service stations, post office and takeaways.
About 10 minutes north is the township if Urenui. A nice place to visit where you will find a service station, cafes and a Four Square. Urenui beach is nearby.
Urenui
About 10 minutes north is the township if Urenui. A nice place to visit where you will find a service station, cafes and a Four Square. Urenui beach is nearby.
Food scene
Federal Store
440 Devon St ENice food and coffee, located near Fitzroy Beach
The Public Catering Company
43 Queen StLocated opposite the Len Lye Centre
Ozone Coffee Roasters
47 King StPekaren
25 Bell Block Ct
Social Kitchen
40 Powderham St