Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Te Rewa Rewa Bridge
After visiting Te Rewa Rewa Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Plymouth. Discover the spas in this walkable area or seek out its cycling trails.
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Other neighbourhoods around Spotswood
Moturoa
Moturoa might not have many top sights, but Paritutu Rock and Back Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Blagdon
Though Blagdon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Paritutu Rock and Back Beach.
Marfell
While Marfell isn't home to many top sights, Paritutu Rock and Back Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Whalers Gate
Whalers Gate might not have many top sights, but Back Beach and Paritutu Rock are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Stadium Taranaki and Govett-Brewster Art Gallery.
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Stadium Taranaki and Yarrow Stadium.
- Paritutu Rock
- Bowl of Brooklands
- Fitzroy Beach
- Pukekura Park
- Oakura Beach
- Taranaki Base Hospital
- Centre City Shopping Centre
- Lake Mangamahoe
- Back Beach
- Wind Wand
- Te Rewa Rewa Bridge
- Coastal Walkway
- The Goblin Forest
- Saint Mary's Church
- TSB Stadium
- Sugar Loaf Marine Reserve
- Puke Ariki
- Govett-Brewster Art Gallery
- East End Reserve
- TSB Showplace
- Brooklands Zoo
- Sentry Hill Winery
- Pouakai Zoo Park
- Fitzroy Golf Club
- Te Henui Walkway
- Richmond Cottage