Taranaki Travel Guide

New Zealand

A waterfall surrounded by lush greenery and ferns.
A historic hotel with a balcony and arched windows.
A close-up of fern leaves in a dense forest.
A modern building with a unique geometric design, featuring a prominent 'Puke Ariki' sign.
A large, intricately carved wooden boat on display in a museum.

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Popular cities in Taranaki

A bridge over a river, a town with houses, and a snow-capped mountain in the background.
New Plymouth
Known for Shopping, Family-friendly and Museums
New Plymouth awaits: its monuments, museums, adventures and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Pukekura Park
  • Bowl of Brooklands
  • Fitzroy Beach
A snow-capped mountain with a road in the foreground.
Hawera
Known for Relaxing, Countryside and Surfing
Come to relaxing Hawera and enjoy its countryside, surfing and spas.

Reasons to visit

  • Tawhiti Museum
An aerial view of a beach with clear turquoise water, white waves, and rocky outcrops.
Opunake
Known for Dining, Adventure and Natural parks
Opunake is calling! Discover its adventures, parks, beaches and more.
A forest stream with moss-covered rocks and trees.
Stratford
Known for Spas, Swimming and Cafes
Come to relaxing Stratford and enjoy its beer, golf and spas.
A coastal landscape with a prominent rock formation and a pebbly beach.
Urenui
Known for Natural parks
Escape to Urenui! Enjoy its parks.
Oakura
Oakura
Known for Beaches, Friendly people and Camping
Experience the beaches, camping and seaside in Oakura!

Stay near popular Taranaki attractions

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