New Plymouth
New Zealand · TaranakiNZ
City in Taranaki, New Zealand
New Plymouth is the major city of the Taranaki region on the west coast of the North Island of New Zealand. It is named after the English city of Plymouth, in Devon, from where the first English settlers to New Plymouth migrated. The New Plymouth District, which includes New Plymouth City and several smaller towns, is the 10th largest district in New Zealand, and has a population of 90,100 – about two-thirds of the total population of the Taranaki region and 1.7% of New Zealand's population. This includes New Plymouth City (60,200), Waitara (7,720), Inglewood (3,970), Ōakura (1,780), Ōkato (561) and Urenui (429).
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 57,600
- Coordinates
- -39.067, 174.083
- Timezone
- Pacific/Auckland
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of New Plymouth
Set in Taranaki, New Zealand, New Plymouth is a mid-sized city. Around 57,600 people live here. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Its strongest draws are culture, nature and water sports. Its southern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in New Plymouth
Culture in New Plymouth
(14)Culture in New Plymouth covers Ancient Ruins, Art Galleries, Bridges, Cathedrals and Cemeteries. The full list runs to 14 activities. Straight from the activity profile stored for New Plymouth.
Nature in New Plymouth
(13)New Plymouth records Beaches, Countryside, Desert, Forest and Gardens under nature. All of it is drawn from New Plymouth's recorded activities. That is 13 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Water Sports in New Plymouth
(5)For water sports, expect Bodyboard, Paddle, Paddleboarding, Surf and Swimming. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for New Plymouth.
Family in New Plymouth
(3)Under family, New Plymouth is tagged with Aquariums, Playgrounds and Zoo. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for New Plymouth.
Nightlife in New Plymouth
(3)Looking for nightlife? New Plymouth has Events, Festival and Music. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for New Plymouth.
Adventure in New Plymouth
(2)Adventure in New Plymouth covers Shooting Ranges and Treasure Hunts. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for New Plymouth.
Sports in New Plymouth
(2)New Plymouth's sports entries include Biking and Golf. All of it is drawn from New Plymouth's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Shopping in New Plymouth
(1)Looking for shopping? New Plymouth has Shopping. Plan them together and you have a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for New Plymouth.
More to do in New Plymouth
(1)New Plymouth records Secret under other activities. All of it is drawn from New Plymouth's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit New Plymouth
December to March brings the conditions water activities need. Choose October to November and March to April for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Reach New Plymouth by regional transport from the nearest hub in Taranaki; the core is compact enough to walk. Time zone: Pacific/Auckland.
Similar destinations
Places near New Plymouth that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is New Plymouth known for?
- New Plymouth, in Taranaki, New Zealand, is best known for culture, nature and water sports. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 57,600 residents.
- What can you do in New Plymouth?
- Recorded activities in New Plymouth include Ancient Ruins, Art Galleries, Bridges, Cathedrals and Cemeteries. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit New Plymouth?
- December to March brings the conditions water activities need. Choose October to November and March to April for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is New Plymouth located?
- New Plymouth is located in Taranaki, New Zealand. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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