Taranaki
NEW PLYMOUTH KNOWS HOW TO SHOW YOU A GOOD TIME
New Plymouth invites guests to explore free-entry museums, acclaimed surf beaches, art galleries, an exceptional coastline and countless coffee shops. Here’s six top spots to put on your to-do list:
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Gorgeous gardens Pukeiti is well regarded for its rhododendrons, Tupare overlooks the Waiwhakaiho River and boasts winding paths leading to secret spaces, while Hollard Gardens is densely planted with year-round colour. For an inner-city oasis, Te Kainga Marire has been developed around a homestead, spills into a river reserve and the guided tours come with afternoon tea.
The Wind Wand This kinetic sculpture was designed by Len Lye, and is one of the main focal points of the 12.7km New Plymouth Coastal Walkway. Other notable features include Fitzroy surf beach, the stunning structure of Te Rewa Rewa Bridge and the unmistakable Mt Taranaki backdrop. The Govett-Brewster Art Gallery/ Len Lye Centre Now you’ve seen this wind wand, explore more at this free awardwinning art gallery. As New Zealand’s top venue for contemporary artwork, Len Lye features alongside countless other artists and the exterior is just as impressive as its internal exhibits.
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• Very quiet location • 11 x 1-brm, 2 x 2-brm, 1 x 1-brm family unit. 1 x 1-brm apartment • All ground-floor with parking at door • 200m to Coastal Walkway/Fitzroy Beach
ABOVE: Te Kainga Marire, New Plymouth © Te Kainga Marire/Venture Taranaki INSET: Facade of the Govett-Brewster Art Gallery / Len Lye Centre in New Plymouth © Patrick Reynolds
CARRINGTON MOTEL
• 16 spacious self-contained double/twin studio & family units. • Walk to CBD, Pukekura Park, Bowl of Brooklands, Stadium. • Breakfast/room service. Serviced daily. Ample parking. • Wireless broadband • Major credit cards accepted, except for American Express. • Tariff: Single $92, Double $105, Family $170 (4). 61 Carrington St, New Plymouth • P: +64 6 757 9431 • Res: 0800 77 94 31 www.carringtonmotel.co.nz • E: stay@carringtonmotel.co.nz
• 3-4min to CBD & 1min to shops, cafés in Fitzroy • Sky Guest Select, 50+ channels • Free bikes to use • Tariff: $160-$250 (2 persons), extra $20 – peak & corporate rates
25 Beach St, Fitzroy, New Plymouth • P: +64 6 757 2925 • Res: 0800 757 2925 E: info@beachstreetmotel.co.nz • www.beachstreetmotel.co.nz
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