Top 21 things to do in Taranaki as voted by the Taranaki community.1. Puke ArikiTreasure trove of Taranaki's history and culture. 2. Taranaki Garden FestivalsHome to the Taranaki Rhododendron and Fringe Garden Festivals - not to be missed!
3. Pukekura ParkStroll the many walks of this 100-year-old park - one of the most beautiful places in the world!
4. New Plymouth Coastal Walkway
A wander along the award winning 7km coastal walkway.
5. TSB Bank Festival of LightsCheck out the lights and sights at this nationally renowned festival that is New Zealand famous!
6. Govett-Brewster Art GalleryView contemporary art at one of Australasia's leading art galleries in the city.
7. Helicopter flight over Mt TaranakiFly over Taranaki's beloved icon - you will be amazed!
8. WOMADExperience different cultures through art, music and food - not to be missed!
9. Tawhiti MuseumExplore Taranaki's early history and unique depiction of the 1860s Taranaki land wars. 10. Row Boats at Pukekura ParkTake a romantic boat trip on the park's lake or feed the ducks.
11. Wakeboarding at Lake RotorangiThrill at the speed of wakeboarding or water skiing.
12. Summer Concerts at TSB Bowl of BrooklandsEnjoy a world class concert at this stunning natural amphitheatre that is a truly unique setting.
13. Taranaki International Festival of the ArtsAn event-packed biennial arts festival.
14. PukeitiNew Zealand's premier rhododendron garden set in a magnificent rainforest on the slopes of Mt Taranaki.
15. Todd Energy New Plymouth Aquatic CentreExperience the kamikaze hydro slide, wave pool or spa area and gym. 16. Oakura BeachEnjoy a family beach picnic on Oakura Beach.
17. Windwandering BikesFeel the sea breeze through your hair and enjoy the breathtaking scenery as you ride these unique bikes.
18. Forgotten World Highway 43Step back in time and travel through historical landscapes of yesteryear.
19. Whitecliffs WalkwayTake a walk on the coastal walkway with an alpine back drop and the sea at your fore.
20. Surfing a Taranaki WaveSurfing world class waves at one of the various Surf Highway 45's major surf breaks.
21. Chaddy's Charter'sA nostalgic trip on an old english lifeboat through the wonderful marine reserve. |
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