Vogeltown Travel Guide
New Plymouth
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

Govett-Brewster Art Gallery
Discover why New Plymouth is one of New Zealand’s cultural capitals. Inspire your own creativity at this award-winning contemporary art gallery.

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.
Top hotels in Vogeltown

Plymouth International
The room was clean and comfortable. The bed was very comfortable with great pillows. The check in staff were very friendly and welcoming. Lovely warm pool and spa.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel
Excellent family run hotel with friendly, helpful and professional staff. Superb artwork in public spaces. Outstanding commitment to community cohesion and service over time. Spotless room, clean heated pool and hot tub. Extensive 5 star quality buffet dinner. Very comfortable bar and restaurant ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Distinction New Plymouth Hotel
Superb receptionist who really set the tone for our stay. Great central location.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Millennium Hotel New Plymouth, Waterfront
All was great, staff fantastic.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Flamingo Motel
Staff were super friendly and accommodating
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Auto Lodge Motor Inn
Our room was lovely and tidy and the staff were very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vogeltown

Brooklands
If you're spending some time in Brooklands, Bowl of Brooklands and Pukekura Park are top sights worth seeing.

Upper Vogeltown
Though Upper Vogeltown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bowl of Brooklands and TSB Stadium.

Lower Vogeltown
While there might not be top attractions in Lower Vogeltown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pukekura Park and TSB Stadium.

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 Bowl of Brooklands.

Welbourn
If you're spending some time in Welbourn, TSB Stadium and Pukekura Park are top sights worth seeing.

Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Stadium Taranaki and Yarrow Stadium.
