Moturoa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Pukekura Park
Relax in the sun and see a diverse range of native and exotic plant life at one of the country’s premier botanical gardens.
Bowl of Brooklands
Enjoy the great outdoors with a picnic lunch and a bushwalk or watch a live concert at this one-of-a-kind venue set in a beautiful grass amphitheater.
Fitzroy Beach
This beautiful beach is surrounded by recreational facilities, including an 18-hole golf course, a children’s swimming pool and a grassy reserve.
Wind Wand
Be impressed by this kinetic sculpture as it drifts back and forth in the Taranaki wind on New Plymouth’s lovely coastal walkway.
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.
Brooklands Zoo
Spend some time at this delightful family-focused zoo, enjoy a picnic lunch in a welcoming setting and learn about animals from around the world.
Our pick of the best Moturoa Hotel Deals
Belt Road Seaside Holiday Park
Beautiful view of ocean and snowcapped mountains. One very strong recommendation would be to remove the big huge plant from right in front of our room. It blocked the view substantially.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Home away from home elevated warm many extras .
Outdoor area needed a bit of TLC but a great space. Home away from home feel:)
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Modern Studio, close to Beach and Port
We enjoyed this accomodation. It was quiet, had a comfortable bed, was in a great location. Treats provided were appreciated. We found a number of places to eat and drink. Almost spoiled for choice. We enjoyed the street art and went to the 4th Street Theatre to view a show commemorating Galipoli. ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025
Blue Haven on Waterfront, New Plymouth
Good location
Reviewed on 29 July 2025
Retro Views
This house is dated for sure (in the best way imaginable). The detail was endless, everywhere you looked there was something new and exciting to discover. Then once you get past the decor, the views were spectacular with floor to ceiling windows on both levels in room after room. Watch the ships ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2025
The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel
The rooms were specious, tidy and clean
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Moturoa
Blagdon
Though Blagdon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Back Beach and Sugar Loaf Marine Reserve.
Lynmouth
While Lynmouth may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Govett-Brewster Art Gallery and Wind Wand.
Marfell
While Marfell isn't home to many top sights, Govett-Brewster Art Gallery and Back Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Stadium Taranaki and Yarrow Stadium.
Whalers Gate
Whalers Gate might not have many top sights, but Back Beach and Govett-Brewster Art Gallery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Lower Vogeltown
While there might not be top attractions in Lower Vogeltown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pukekura Park and Bowl of Brooklands.
Moturoa Travel Guide
- Pukekura Park
- Bowl of Brooklands
- Fitzroy Beach
- Oakura Beach
- Taranaki Base Hospital
- Back Beach
- TSB Stadium
- Centre City Shopping Centre
- Lake Mangamahoe
- Wind Wand
- Coastal Walkway
- Pouakai Zoo Park
- Govett-Brewster Art Gallery
- Sugar Loaf Marine Reserve
- Brooklands Zoo
- The Goblin Forest
- Te Rewa Rewa Bridge
- Puke Ariki
- TSB Showplace
- Paritutu Rock
- East End Reserve
- New Plymouth Observatory
- Te Henui Walkway
- Sentry Hill Winery
- Saint Mary's Church
- Ringcraft Moana
- Yandle Park
- Richmond Cottage
