New Plymouth Holidays

• Coastal Charm -New Plymouth is beautifully positioned along the Tasman Sea shores, with the concept of long coastal walks, which opens to the sea and the salty fresh sea air. This refreshing environment makes holidays in New Plymouth a top choice for those seeking rejuvenation.
• The Presence of Mount Taranaki- The Mount Taranaki has a perfect shape that overlooks the city offering a dramatic and memorable natural surrounding.
• Creative Spirit The city is considered to possess a powerful artistic spirit, and artistic works, galleries, and creative spaces are incorporated into the daily city.
• Garden City Feel - Lush parks, colourful gardens, and green spaces are distributed throughout the city and make it pleasant and cool to navigate through.
• Surf-Friendly Shores – Dunlow beaches have surfing opportunities of all degrees with rolling waves and easygoing sea waves. For those booking new zealand holidays, these shores offer some of the best breaks in the country.
• Cultural Richness- the Māori heritage is fully respected and celebrated which brings richness and meaning to the identity of the city.
• Laid-Back Lifestyle- Life in New Plymouth is a place whose pace is slow and easy going hence those who have a taste of balance and simplicity.
• Striking Sunsets- Evenings Every evening the sunset over the sea plays with a golden hue washing the sky with warm and soft colours.
• Welcoming Community- Sincere locals and a firm sense of community make visitors feel like they are at home almost immediately.
• Nature at Your Doorstep – Walk the beach, climb the mountain, or any outdoor activity is only minutes off. Travellers looking for new plymouth holiday packages often find that easy access to nature is the biggest draw.
   
• Capital: Not applicable
• Population: ~88,000
• International Airport: None (New Plymouth Airport – domestic)
• Currency: New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
• Time Zone: NZST (UTC+12)
• Driving Side: Left
• Main Electricity: 230V, 50Hz
• Religion: Christianity (main)

• Coastal Walkway Magic- A beautiful seashores walkway that combines the sea with green parks, which is ideal to take walks, bikes and admiring the sunset.
• Mount Taranaki Views- the snow-capped volcano soars high above the city and forms one of the most attractive natural sceneries in New Zealand.
• Len Lye Centre -An impressive silver structure that glorifies dynamic, high art and creativity, as you have never witnessed elsewhere.
• Wild Black-Sand Beaches -Volcanic beaches are beautiful with dramatic scenes, crashing waves and a natural beauty that the surfers and photographers are fond of.
• Public Art in Colour It is easy to find Sculptures and murals painted all over the city, making the ordinary streets open-air art galleries.
• Peaceful Pukekura Park-A peaceful green area, surrounded by lakes, bridges, and gardens and it is perfect in having picnics, relaxing, and evening walk.
• Small Cafes Café Culture Relaxed CAFEs are small cafes that sell high quality coffee and fresh food, so there is no difficulty in slowing down and savouring the local lifestyle.
• Rich Māori Heritage - The site contains rich Maori history, making the land meaningful by the stories, traditions, and place names attached to the land. This depth of culture is a highlight for many new zealand holidays.
• Festivals and Live Music - The city is alive with sound, colour and community spirit whether it is the summer concert or other events of other cultures.
• Cool, Healthy Coastal Air - a result of the combination of the mountain air and the sea breeze makes New Plymouth have a cool and healthy atmosphere throughout the year. Many new plymouth holiday packages highlight this refreshing climate as a key benefit for visitors.

Spring (September – November)

• Blossoms and fresh greenery bloom everywhere in gardens and parks which are filled with colour.
• Mount Taranaki tends to wear a snowy crown and it makes beautiful contrasts with flowers.
• The atmosphere is light and cool, ideal to walk and picnic along the beaches.

Summer (December – February)

• Long sunny days will provide an opportunity to swim, surf and rest on the black-sand beaches.
• It is filled with a happy holiday atmosphere in outdoor cafes and sidewalks, often considered the peak season for holidays in New Plymouth.
• Clear weather provides gorgeous sunsets on Tasman Sea.

Autumn (March – May)

• Trees become golden and red and the city has the small-town painterly effect.
• Scenic roadings and quiet walks in nature are best on cooler days.
• The season is also peaceful with less crowds and less harsh light.

Winter (June – August)

• Mount Taranaki is usually snow-white and it builds up an enchanting alpine vision.
• Morning walks are better in warm cafes and soft walks on the beach.
• Clear winters are characterized by sharp mountain and ocean views which are excellent in photography.

• Creative Spirit by the Sea - It is a city that adores art and has sculptures, murals, and creative spaces based on the surrounding sea and Mount Taranaki.
• Pride of Māori Heritage -The culture is well related to Māori culture, tales and values which are carefully displayed in the form of local events, carvings and communal get together.
• Festivals Full of Life- Music, dance and cultural festivals unite the city and fill the year with colour, sound and happy energy on the streets and the parks. These events are often the centerpiece of holidays in New Plymouth.
• Nature-based Lifestyle- This is where people are very close to nature and their culture develops to appreciate the land, outdoors and simple, relaxed lifestyle.
• Friendly Communal Vibe -  New Plymouth is generally a friendly town with the neighbourhood welcoming one another and the visitors feeling at home rather quickly.
• Modern Meets Traditional- Contemporary art and modern thoughts are flowing in harmony with the old traditions without seeming to offend, this will make up a culture, which will be new and at the same time respectful of the old.
• Food of Local Character - The local food culture mirrors the culture, and fresh flavours of the coast, farm produce, and cafes, all of which celebrate simple and high quality food.

• Coastal Walkways- Take a stroll along the classic coast walks with waves crashing on shore, and enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Tasman Sea and rough coastline.
• Mount Taranaki- Lounge over the stunning snow-capped Mount Tarataki that emerges above the terrain and learns to appreciate nature and take up hiking, photography, and introspection.
• Pukekura Park – Take a stroll through fertile gardens, placid lakes, and tranquil walking tracks, the native birds sing, and the colourful flowers bloom all round the year.
• Sugar Loaf Islands- observe playing seabirds and some dolphins in these little rocky islands just off shore, forming a peaceful water-view.
• Ngai Motu Beach – It is ideal to have a picnic, sit and watch the sunset or just enjoy the waters of the sea which are lovely with golden sand and calm waters.
• Rainforest Trails - Wander through the local forest reserves with giant native trees, ferns, and streams that trickle through the forest giving you an honest contact with nature and its silence.
• Te Henui Walkway - Take an easy river walk through a native-strewn path, where sky reflections are blissful on the water and creatures coexist in balance.

• Coastal Sounds Music Festival- An exciting festival of live music at the coast, in which the local and international artists play in beautiful outdoor locations.
• Taranaki Arts Festival – A visual spectacle of theatre, visual art and performances, a representation of diversity and inspiration in the Taranaki area.
• NP Santa Parade - A festive procession on the streets of the city at Christmas, with its floats, music, and jovial audiences.
• Festival of Lights - This is a winter show in which the city is lit up and made up of magic lights that are used to bring warmth and festivity to the families.
• Hokitika Lantern Festival (which is regularly attended by Taranaki artists) - Shines a light on the night sky with the stunning lanterns, the festival of art, culture and community.
• Taranaki Garden Festival- It is a seasonal occasion whereby the beauty of nature is exhibited with guided tours of the garden, floral display as well as workshops to the people who love plants.
• New Plymouth Food and Wine Festival- A pleasant event of the local tastes, wines and fancy pies that have united the people of the town with gustation pleasure.