TARANAKI DISTRICTS
TARANAKI DISTRICTS NEW PLYMOUTH
New Plymouth Coastal Walkway © Rob Tucker
The main centre of Taranaki, New Plymouth offers an eclectic mix of culture, contemporary style and hospitality as it spreads along the coast and back towards the maunga. The district includes North Taranaki, Inglewood and the coastal villages of Ōakura and Ōkato.
SOUTH TARANAKI
North Taranaki coastline © Rob Tucker / Venture Taranaki
Spanning the coastal plains and south of the region, South Taranaki district is centred on the vibrant town of Hāwera, with Eltham, Waverley, Pātea and Ōpunake also offering welcoming destinations. 26