New Plymouth is Taranaki’s vibrant coastal city, home to approximately 60,000 people and renowned for its exceptional lifestyle, stunning natural surroundings and thriving arts and cultural scene. With the Tasman Sea on its doorstep and iconic Taranaki Maunga less than a 30-minute drive away, the city offers a rare blend of coastal and mountain recreation. Few places allow you to surf or swim at the beach and hike or enjoy snow sports on the mountain, all in the same day!