About New Plymouth
New Plymouth is the main city in the Taranaki region and consistently records among the highest sunshine hours in New Zealand. The coastal city serves a region that is mostly engaged in dairy farming and the production of oil, gas and petrochemicals.
The city is well known for its great parks, including the magnificent Pukekura Park, Ngamotu/Sugar Loaf Islands Marine Park, Tupare Gardens, and the nearby Egmont National Park (featuring Mount Taranaki/Egmont). There are also several heritage trails and city walkways to enjoy (including the 7km-long Coastal Walkway) and good local beaches at East End, Fitzroy, Oakura and Ngamotu.
New Plymouth road trips
Driving through the Taranaki is a route through the heart of dairy country that includes sharp bends, long straights, steep hills and narrow passageways – accompanied by the conical-shaped Mt Taranaki/Egmont in the background.
Driving around New Plymouth and Taranaki also gives credibility as to why New Zealand has a reputation as a clean, green country. Make sure you stop and enjoy the views, people and places as you cruise through farmland, bush and small towns. So when you fly in over Mt Taranaki, grab a Budget rental from New Plymouth airport. Or you can also head for the city and get a rental there. Either way, hiring a Budget rental is just the way to see this spectacular region.
Flights
Air New Zealand provide the biggest range of domestic flights within New Zealand and will fly you into New Plymouth airport too. They also fly international services to/from Australia, South West Pacific, Asia, North America, Europe and the United Kingdom.
Further information
If you want to find out more on what to see and do in the beautiful region of New Plymouth, as well as find out some further information on specific road trips around New Plymouth and the Taranaki region.
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Accommodation
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