Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

New Plymouth travel guide

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You're Going to Love New Plymouth

With a population of 49,168, New Plymouth is the largest city in Taranaki, New Zealand by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. New Plymouth deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in New Plymouth

If you’re looking for affordable options, Social Kitchen (40 Powderham Street) and Monica's Eatery - New Plymouth (42 Queen Street) are great picks.

When to visit New Plymouth

New Plymouth in March
Estimated hotel price
$66
1 night at 3-star hotel
New Plymouth in March
Estimated hotel price
$66
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to New Plymouth in February, when the average temperature is 17 °C, and the highest can go up to 21 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is June, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 160 mm. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in New Plymouth, with an average rainfall of 90 mm.

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How to Get to New Plymouth

Plane

When flying to New Plymouth, you’ll arrive at New Plymouth (NPL), which is located 10 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to New Plymouth is to pick up a car hire from Auckland, which is about 253 km from New Plymouth. You’ll find branches of Autounion Car Rental and North Car Rental, among others, in Auckland.

Plane

When flying to New Plymouth, you’ll arrive at New Plymouth (NPL), which is located 10 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to New Plymouth is to pick up a car hire from Auckland, which is about 253 km from New Plymouth. You’ll find branches of Autounion Car Rental and North Car Rental, among others, in Auckland.

Airports near New Plymouth

NPLNew Plymouth
WAGWanganui

Airlines serving New Plymouth

Air Canada
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Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Air China
Good (88 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Air Chathams
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Where to stay in New Plymouth

Average rates range from around $141 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $100 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of New Plymouth

Most booked hotels in New Plymouth

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The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$97+
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Ariki Backpackers
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$23+
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Millennium Hotel New Plymouth, Waterfront
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$152+
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Auto Lodge Motor Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$134+
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Novotel New Plymouth
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$166+
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Hiring a car in New Plymouth

Hiring a car in New Plymouth costs $89 per day, on average, or $179 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay $2.60 per litre in New Plymouth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $31.11 and $41.47. The most frequently booked car type in New Plymouth is Full-size (Class Full-size Van or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai i30 or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in New Plymouth costs $89 per day, on average, or $179 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay $2.60 per litre in New Plymouth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $31.11 and $41.47. The most frequently booked car type in New Plymouth is Full-size (Class Full-size Van or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai i30 or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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