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New Plymouth weather essentials

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May
61°F 16°C
51°F 10°C
4 in 10 cm
Jun
58°F 14°C
46°F 7°C
5 in 12 cm
Jul
56°F 13°C
45°F 7°C
5 in 13 cm
Aug
56°F 13°C
45°F 7°C
4 in 11 cm
Sep
59°F 15°C
48°F 8°C
4 in 9 cm
Oct
61°F 16°C
50°F 10°C
3 in 8 cm
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Pukekura Park
Ollie #1 of 18 attractions in New Plymouth
5 of 5 stars 80 reviews
Attraction type  Parks; Gardens; Zoos
Distance  0.2 miles from city center
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Coastal Walkway
Ollie #2 of 18 attractions in New Plymouth
4.5 of 5 stars 66 reviews

The Coastal Walkway is a spectacular broad, boulder-edged promenade in New Plymouth extending along the Tasman Sea for over 7km. It's the perfect place for walking, biking... more »

Attraction type  Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Distance  0.2 miles from city center
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Mount Taranaki
Ollie #3 of 18 attractions in New Plymouth
4.5 of 5 stars 39 reviews
Attraction type  Mountains
Distance  0.1 miles from city center
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Mt.Egmont
Ollie #4 of 18 attractions in New Plymouth
5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Attraction type  Mountains
Distance  16.6 miles from city center
Heliview Flights
Ollie #5 of 18 attractions in New Plymouth
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Heliview offers memorable scenic helicopter flights over Mt Taranaki and the Central Plateau. Voted Taranaki's #1 must-do experience.
Attraction type  Tours
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Dawson Falls
Ollie #6 of 18 attractions in New Plymouth
4 of 5 stars 19 reviews
Attraction type  Waterfalls
Distance  0.1 miles from city center
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Back Beach
Ollie #7 of 18 attractions in New Plymouth
4.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  0.1 miles from city center
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Port Taranaki Walkway
Ollie #8 of 18 attractions in New Plymouth
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.1 miles from city center
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Taranaki Thermal Spa
Ollie #9 of 18 attractions in New Plymouth
4.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  1.2 miles from city center
Maui Gas Field Visitor Centre
Ollie #10 of 18 attractions in New Plymouth
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Other
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Puke Ariki
Ollie #11 of 18 attractions in New Plymouth
4 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Attraction type  Tourist/ Visitor Centers
Distance  0.2 miles from city center
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Govett-Brewster Art Gallery
Ollie #12 of 18 attractions in New Plymouth
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Art Galleries
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
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Pukeiti Rhododendron Park
Ollie #13 of 18 attractions in New Plymouth
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Parks; Gardens
Distance  4.9 miles from city center
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Dam Dropping- Taranaki Outdoor Adventures
Ollie #14 of 18 attractions in New Plymouth
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Dam Dropping- A high adrenaline adventure unique to New Zealand, Taranaki. It involves kayaking over a 30' man made dam.
Attraction type  Dams
Distance  0.9 miles from city center
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Taranaki Farmers Market
Ollie #15 of 18 attractions in New Plymouth
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Flea/ Street Markets
Distance  0.2 miles from city center
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Snug Lounge
Ollie #16 of 18 attractions in New Plymouth
3 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Bar/ Clubs
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
Real Tart Gallery
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Owner description: Real Tart is one of New Zealand's leading community art galleries showcasing the best of Taranaki art. Visitors to the gallery enjoy a variety of high...... more » Owner description: Real Tart is one of New Zealand's leading community art galleries showcasing the best of Taranaki art. Visitors to the gallery enjoy a variety of high calibre works which are both original and affordable. Many of Taranaki's top artists show their works in the restored and edgy former warehouse which is home to a impressive selection of paintings,sculptures,pottery,photography,jewellery and craft. Real Tart can be found just behind Puke Ariki museum. « less
Attraction type  Art Galleries
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