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Taranaki - like no other This page is hosted by Venture Taranaki. We look forward to sharing with you the unique adventures to be uncovered in Taranaki.

Epic surf, world-class events, amazing eateries, spectacular gardens, great galleries and museums, and a mighty maunga - just some of the things that make Taranaki - like no other. Welcome to the official page for Taranaki - the sunniest region in New Zealand for two years running, 2022 and 2021.

Cycle along the stunning New Plymouth Coastal Walkway 🚴‍♀️ and discover the breathtaking Te Rewa Rewa Bridge, located ac...
24/01/2025

Cycle along the stunning New Plymouth Coastal Walkway 🚴‍♀️ and discover the breathtaking Te Rewa Rewa Bridge, located across the Waiwhakaiho River. With its striking design framing views of Taranaki Maunga, this ride is an unforgettable journey of coastal beauty and iconic landmarks.

Didn’t bring your bike? No worries, just pick one up from Chaddy's Charters for only $15. Helmets provided.

There’s only a few days left to check out the TSB Festival of Lights 🌟Have you been yet? How was your visit? Let us know...
22/01/2025

There’s only a few days left to check out the TSB Festival of Lights 🌟

Have you been yet? How was your visit? Let us know about your time at the TSB Festival of Lights by completing our survey, it only takes 3 minutes, and your feedback helps the festival team to continue to create epic experiences right here in Taranaki. You’ll also go in the draw to win one of FOUR $100 Prezzy cards 🤌 Survey link in comments.

The lights turn on for the final night on Sunday 26th January at 8.30pm - 11pm so if you haven’t already, make sure you head to Pukekura Park and experience the glow.

📸: Charlotte Curd

Jibbitz are here 🤩 and in stock. Which one is your fave?Discover the full range and purchase your Taranaki merch via the...
19/01/2025

Jibbitz are here 🤩 and in stock. Which one is your fave?

Discover the full range and purchase your Taranaki merch via the link in below.
Also available at iSites in Taranaki.

Game Changer

Summer equals salad season, and Taranaki has no shortage of places to grab a fresh, flavour-packed bite around the maung...
15/01/2025

Summer equals salad season, and Taranaki has no shortage of places to grab a fresh, flavour-packed bite around the maunga 🥗. From vibrant veggie bowls to gourmet creations topped with local ingredients, here’s a short list of salad stops to add to your list:

🍐 Wild Pear Kitchen
🏔️ Ngati Ruanui Stratford Mountain House
🔥 The Burnt Place Bar & Kitchen
☕ Emmalou Macaron and Coffee House
🌊 Kahakai Poke Bowl
🍺 Shining Peak Brewing
🥗Public Kitchen
🪶 Quail's Nest Eatery
🍚 Arborio Restaurant, Cafe & Terrace Bar
🍴Monica's Eatery

Have we missed your go-to salad spot? Let us know below 👇

The arts and culture scene in Taranaki is humming, blending vibrant creativity with rich history and innovative expressi...
14/01/2025

The arts and culture scene in Taranaki is humming, blending vibrant creativity with rich history and innovative expression. 🎨

Follow the NEW Coastal Arts Trail social media channels to stay up-to-date with all the latest exhibitions and everything happening on the trail.

Pictured:
🪞 Govett-Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre
🌳 Garden of Tutunui
🖼 Gover St Gallery
📍TSB Showplace 🖌 Cameron Shennan

Experience the thrill of speed as you race down the Hideaway Luge — fun for all ages. 🛷Glide through the steep winding t...
10/01/2025

Experience the thrill of speed as you race down the Hideaway Luge — fun for all ages. 🛷

Glide through the steep winding tracks on this 240m course on Egmont Road, surrounded by native bush and scenic landscapes.

It’s perfect for families, no driver’s licence needed. 😜

There’s also a mini putt course, cafe, and museum on site so you can really make a day of it. See you there.

📍 Hillsborough Holden Museum and Mini Putt
📸 Barekiwi

🚂 Heritage Train Tickets On Us 🚂Steam Incorporated are bringing their heritage train to Taranaki for AmeriCARna (Officia...
10/01/2025

🚂 Heritage Train Tickets On Us 🚂

Steam Incorporated are bringing their heritage train to Taranaki for AmeriCARna (Official) weekend, 21 - 22 February 2025 and to celebrate, we’re giving away 3x family passes on the heritage train from the New Plymouth Wind Wand to Lepperton (and back!).

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Steam Train Inc. are also running train trips from the Wind Wand to Stratford and Hāwera so check out their website for details and book your spot on this unique rail experience.

T&C’s: Three individuals will win one family pass each for the Heritage Train to Lepperton and back. Family pass is made up of 2x adult tickets, and 2x child tickets. Enter as many times as you like, one comment = one entry. The competition closes 11.59pm, 16 January 2025, and the winner will be drawn and notified within three days via comment on this post. The winner must be following Taranaki - like no other. For an extra entry, comment on our Instagram post too. Prize dates are not transferable, and prize must be taken Saturday 22 February 2025. Prize is not transferable for cash. 🚫 Be aware that Taranaki Like No Other will not send you a friend request, so please block and report any lookalike accounts pretending to be us. This competition is in no way, sponsored by, or endorsed by Meta.

Feastival Taranaki returns this summer from  12 – 16 February 2025 🤤 With over 20 events around the region. Expect local...
08/01/2025

Feastival Taranaki returns this summer from 12 – 16 February 2025 🤤 With over 20 events around the region.

Expect local culinary collaborations, farm tours, foodie workshops, degustations and demonstrations, a cocktail party, champagne lunch, barbeques, an event in a secret bunker and a super-long Italian lunch. 🍴

All events are unique to this weekend – you won’t get to experience them again. Get ready to FEAST. Tickets on sale now.

Step back in time at Taranaki Pioneer Village Inc. Immerse yourself in the charm of the past as you explore over 40 lovi...
06/01/2025

Step back in time at Taranaki Pioneer Village Inc.

Immerse yourself in the charm of the past as you explore over 40 lovingly restored heritage buildings, vintage treasures, and a slice of Taranaki history.

Perfect for families, history buffs, and curious adventurers, this hidden gem offers:
🚂 A ride on the iconic Pioneer Express Train
🎭 Stories brought to life with guided tours
🍐Delicious bites at the Shakee Pear Cafe, or
🌳 Stunning picnic spots surrounded by scenic views

Open 10am - 4pm daily during the school holidays.

Plan your visit today and discover a world where the past feels alive.

The BNZ Breakers will be raising the roof at New Plymouth’s TSB Stadium when they take on Melbourne United on Monday13 J...
05/01/2025

The BNZ Breakers will be raising the roof at New Plymouth’s TSB Stadium when they take on Melbourne United on Monday13 January 2025 at 7.30pm. 🏀

The team heads back to New Plymouth for their traditional Taranaki fixture and what promises to be a great night out. This is a high-energy, family-friendly and exciting basketball experience.

Tickets available now 👇

Beach days are upon us and Tongapōrutu is a must-do for anyone visiting Taranaki this summer, located approx. one hour’s...
03/01/2025

Beach days are upon us and Tongapōrutu is a must-do for anyone visiting Taranaki this summer, located approx. one hour’s drive north of New Plymouth, it's the perfect day trip, or roadie stop over. ☀️

Explore the tunnels, caves, arches, sea stacks, and boulders. While still known as the Three Sisters, there are only two striking rock formations left due to the ever-eroding coastline.

Getting to the beach and the Three Sisters and Elephant Rock involves wading through the Tongapōrutu River so only venture to the beach at low tide.

📸: Barekiwi

Kick off your summer Sundays with the Farmers Market Taranaki. For the first six weeks of 2025, an expanded market will ...
02/01/2025

Kick off your summer Sundays with the Farmers Market Taranaki. For the first six weeks of 2025, an expanded market will pop up at Tasman Prospect Park along New Plymouth's Coastal Walkway, celebrating the best fresh, seasonal produce from Taranaki. 🍅🧄🌿

Join us every Sunday from 5 Jan - 9 Feb, 9am–12pm, and discover local food producers and delicious food trucks serving up your faves.

Rain or shine, we’ve got you covered, in the event of significant rain, the pop-up will move to Huatoki Plaza, ensuring the market continues uninterrupted.

Discover 'Lalaga: Le Hui Fono at theGovett-Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre 🌺This vibrant exhibition celebrates Pasif...
29/12/2024

Discover 'Lalaga: Le Hui Fono at theGovett-Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre 🌺

This vibrant exhibition celebrates Pasifika artistry and community collaboration. Lalaga weaves together new works, including creations made live in the gallery, alongside significant historical pieces. This dynamic showcase stems from artist residencies and exchanges between Ngāmotu, Sāmoa, Fiji, and Tonga.

On now until 25 May 2025. Don’t miss it.

📸: Quishile Charan

Take a different route this summer and discover some hidden Taranaki gems with Trip-to. 🚗Trip-to is a free game-based ap...
27/12/2024

Take a different route this summer and discover some hidden Taranaki gems with Trip-to. 🚗

Trip-to is a free game-based app that offers a selection of curated mystery road trips along Surf Highway 45. You’ll be given prompts for playful games, stories, and activities while travelling along your chosen route.

Each trip is different, giving you a rich, immersive experience that caters to your interests and curiosities. The best part is the planning has been done for you. 👏

This is a day out the whole family will love. Start your Trip-to adventure now. Search 'Trip-to Taranaki' to get started. 📱

Taranaki Maunga is home to some of the most awe-inspiring mountain tracks in Aotearoa. Whether you're a seasoned tramper...
25/12/2024

Taranaki Maunga is home to some of the most awe-inspiring mountain tracks in Aotearoa. Whether you're a seasoned tramper or a casual adventurer, there’s a trail for every fitness level. 🥾🏔

Summer boasts the best conditions to explore our backyard, but please always check the weather before heading up the mountain, always tell someone where you are going, be respectful, and be prepared with plenty of water and warm clothes.

📸: Wilkies Pools, Dawson Falls/Te Rere o Noke, Manganui Gorge Track, Summit Track.

Meri Kirihimete 🎄Whakaata Māori will broadcast 'The Mountain' on Christmas Day in Aotearoa at 8.10pm 🙌 When the family f...
24/12/2024

Meri Kirihimete 🎄

Whakaata Māori will broadcast 'The Mountain' on Christmas Day in Aotearoa at 8.10pm 🙌 When the family festivities have wrapped up tune in to this heartwarming story of adventure following three adventurous kids on an inspiring journey to find healing under the watchful eye of Taranaki Maunga. 🏔

Worth a rewatch if you’ve already seen it.

🎬 Rachel House

Explore the moon’s past, present and future in Puke Ariki's latest exhibition - “Our Moon: Then, Now & Beyond” 🌕📆 7 Dec ...
22/12/2024

Explore the moon’s past, present and future in Puke Ariki's latest exhibition - “Our Moon: Then, Now & Beyond” 🌕

📆 7 Dec - 4 May 2025

This hands-on exhibition is an out-of-this-world experience where you can enter the orbit of our fascinating moon. This free exhibition explores humankind’s relationship with the Moon from perspectives of the past, present, and future.

Our Moon: Then, Now & Beyond is unique in its use of art making science more approachable and will be a real hit with families, adults, and art lovers. This major exhibition tells a multi-faceted story and will provide you with inspiration, information and lots of fun. Check it out.

Open daily 10am to 5pm.

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