Frankleigh Park Travel Guide
New Plymouth
Visit Frankleigh Park
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.
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.
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.
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 Frankleigh Park
Plymouth International
Really clean room was really clean and showers were good
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel
Great stay great value.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Distinction New Plymouth Hotel
Very friendly and helpful staff, easy parking and a central location. We had a two bedroom apartment. I enjoyed the dark, windowless bedrooms after a day hiking to the top of Mt Taranaki, they were very quiet.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Millennium Hotel New Plymouth, Waterfront
This property is a hidden gem! We loved the hotel, room and the location. I get back there soon!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Flamingo Motel
Nice
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Auto Lodge Motor Inn
Asked for ground floor , had a small quiet balcony, no kitchen facilities. Had jug, fridge. Basic items. Beds comfy if you like firm.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Frankleigh Park
Vogeltown
Vogeltown might not have many top sights, but Bowl of Brooklands and Pukekura Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Yarrow Stadium and Stadium Taranaki.
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 Bowl of Brooklands.
Brooklands
If you're spending some time in Brooklands, Bowl of Brooklands and Pukekura Park are top sights worth seeing.
Marfell
While Marfell isn't home to many top sights, Paritutu Rock and New Plymouth Observatory are some notable places to visit nearby.
Welbourn
If you're spending some time in Welbourn, Pukekura Park and TSB Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
