Experience our famous maunga to moana lifestyle
Taranaki offers a unique blend of stunning natural landscapes, remarkable history, rich arts and culture, sun-drenched beaches, vibrant events, unforgettable walks and hikes, and an award-winning dining scene.
It’s no surprise that Taranaki is a year-round holiday destination and sought-after place to live and work.
Planning a trip to Taranaki?
Highlights of Taranaki
Taranaki Merchandise
Check out our new Taranaki - Like no other-branded merchandise.
T-shirts, hoodies, crews, bucket hats, kidswear, and jibbitz charms for Crocs are available now.
An event line-up like no other
Come for the festival or event, and stay to discover a cranking creative scene, epic surf breaks, a dining scene full of flavour, and award-winning local brews.
Sachie's Kitchen
Uncover our vibrant food scene and inspiring local producers with Sachie’s Kitchen Season Two.
Rainy Days
Plan a day like no other with our list of the best things to do in Taranaki on a rainy day.
Free and affordable family fun in Taranaki
Who doesn’t have a tight budget these days, am I right?!
Here’s a list of all the fun free (or affordable) activities to do with kids around Taranaki.
Coastal Arts Trail
Explore the art galleries, museums, and open studios of Taranaki, Whanganui and Manawatū through the Coastal Arts Trail – an easy, self-driving art-lovers’ tour between the regions.
Spotlight on South Taranaki
With vast land coverage comes plenty of unique things to see and do. With so much more to discover than beaches and world-class surf breaks, South Taranaki offers ample points of historic and cultural interest, scenic picnic spots, welcoming cafés, and a thriving artist community. Take a look
Family Fun
Our photogenic region is crammed with unique experiences, green spaces, and natural wonders. Whether you’re travelling with big kids or little ones, you’ll find plenty to do.
Liardet Street Projects
Liardet Street Projects is a must-do ‘hidden secret’ for anyone visiting Taranaki.
Three Days in Taranaki
Vibrant, contemporary, and buzzing with copious things to do, see, eat, and experience, Taranaki is a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts, foodies, families, and arts- and culture-lovers.
Taranaki is humming!
Pouākai Crossing
The Pouākai Crossing is the premier one-day walk in Egmont National Park that takes in the highlights of the longer two to three day Pouākai Circuit.
Exploring the Forgotten World
New Zealand’s oldest heritage trail is 155kms long. Starting in either Stratford or Taumarunui it follows ancient Māori trade routes and pioneering farm tracks, through ambitious historic settlements, untamed native bush and stunning natural scenery.
Spotlight on Stratford
Lying beneath the eastern slopes of Taranaki Maunga is the Shakespearean-themed town of Stratford.
The gateway to both the maunga and the Forgotten World Highway has a lot to offer.
Taranaki Maunga Top Views
Taranaki Maunga is paved with hundred of kilometres of walking tracks – both short and long. But which ones lead to the best views?
Surf Highway 45 - Six Foot and Glassy
Whether you’re a seasoned wave-hunter or just getting started, Taranaki’s Surf Highway 45 will have a wave waiting for you.
Getting here
Whether you're looking for a scenic road trip or an easy flight, Taranaki is just far enough away.
Download Taranaki Brochures
Discover the best of everything to see, do, eat, and experience in Taranaki with our downloadable guidebooks.
Download them here or find them at i-SITE Visitor Infomation Centres in New Plymouth, Stratford and Hāwera or by contacting us.
Visitor Story
Something here for everyone.
We've got so much on offer, all year round.
Abundant in nature and history, and exploding with culture, arts, dining and hospitality - take a look at our Visitor Story.