Westown Travel Guide
New Plymouth
Popular places to visit
Pukekura Park
Relax in the sun and see a diverse range of native and exotic plant life at one of the country’s premier botanical gardens.
Bowl of Brooklands
Enjoy the great outdoors with a picnic lunch and a bushwalk or watch a live concert at this one-of-a-kind venue set in a beautiful grass amphitheater.
Fitzroy Beach
This beautiful beach is surrounded by recreational facilities, including an 18-hole golf course, a children’s swimming pool and a grassy reserve.
Wind Wand
Be impressed by this kinetic sculpture as it drifts back and forth in the Taranaki wind on New Plymouth’s lovely coastal walkway.
Te Rewa Rewa Bridge
After visiting Te Rewa Rewa Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Plymouth. Discover the spas in this walkable area or seek out its cycling trails.
Paritutu Rock
Climb up the short, steep path to this vantage point for stunning views of the rugged Taranaki coastline, Sugar Loaf Islands and Tasman Sea.
Top hotels in Westown
Egmont Eco Leisure Park - Hostel
Exactly as advertised, don't expect anything other than what is presented. I must say, the staff are incredible! Helpful, informative, and friendly.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2025
Plymouth International
Clean room, friendly staffs, nice pool & close to attractions. Good place to relax for holiday.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel
Parking was good. Outdoor pool and spa was good.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Millennium Hotel New Plymouth, Waterfront
Room and staff
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Distinction New Plymouth Hotel
Good customer service and good clean room
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Quest New Plymouth
Great Stay. Clean room, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Westown
Marfell
While Marfell isn't home to many top sights, Paritutu Rock and Back Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Lynmouth
While Lynmouth may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Stadium Taranaki and Puke Ariki.
Frankleigh Park
While there might not be top attractions in Frankleigh Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stadium Taranaki and Brooklands Zoo.
Lower Vogeltown
While there might not be top attractions in Lower Vogeltown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Brooklands Zoo and Pukekura Park.
Vogeltown
Vogeltown might not have many top sights, but Brooklands Zoo and Bowl of Brooklands are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Moturoa
Moturoa might not have many top sights, but Paritutu Rock and Back Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
