Taranaki Cathedral, New Plymouth

#16 among attractions in New Plymouth

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The Taranaki Cathedral, the Church of St Mary, in New Plymouth, is the newest cathedral in the Anglican Communion: a parish church from 1842 to 2010, it was consecrated as a cathedral in the Diocese of Waikato and Taranaki on 6 March that year. On 28 June 1984, the building was registered as a Category I heritage structure by the New Zealand Historic Places Trust, with registration number 148. ()

Coordinates: 39°4'20"S, 174°5'13"E

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Taranaki Cathedral – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Pukekura Park, Govett-Brewster Art Gallery, Wind Wand, Tūpare.

0.6 miNW
Park, Historical place, Lake
Pukekura Park, New Plymouth
16 min walk • Pukekura Park, a verdant oasis nestled in the heart of New Plymouth, New Zealand, stands as a testament to the harmonious blend of natural beauty and meticulous landscaping. This 52-hectare park, established in 1876, is not only a sanctuary for native flora and fauna...
1.3 miNW
Art gallery, Shopping, Museum
Govett-Brewster Art Gallery, New Plymouth
34 min walk • The Govett-Brewster Art Gallery, located in the coastal city of New Plymouth, New Zealand, stands as a beacon of contemporary art in the Pacific region. This cultural institution, renowned for its dedication to modern and contemporary art, has been engaging audiences...
1.4 miNW
Monuments and statues
Wind Wand, New Plymouth
35 min walk • The Wind Wand, a kinetic sculpture that graces the coastal walkway of New Plymouth, New Zealand, is a striking landmark that captures the imagination of both locals and tourists alike. This tall, slender sculpture, reaching an impressive height of 48 meters, is the...
1.7 miSE
Park
Tūpare, New Plymouth
43 min walk • Nestled in the heart of New Plymouth, Tūpare stands as a testament to the elegant blend of natural beauty and horticultural finesse. This picturesque park, renowned for its stunning landscaped gardens and historical significance, is a gem within the Taranaki region of...
1 miN
Cemetery
Te Henui Cemetery, New Plymouth
26 min walk • Te Henui Cemetery, also known as New Plymouth Cemetery, is the oldest public cemetery in New Plymouth, New Zealand. It was first used in 1861. The New Zealand Ministry for Culture and Heritage gives a translation of "the great mistake" for Te Hēnui.
~1650 ftNW
39°4'8"S • 174°4'59"E
Brooklands Zoo, New Plymouth
8 min walk • Outdoor activities, Park, Zoo
1 miNW
Observatories and planetariums
New Plymouth Observatory, New Plymouth
25 min walk • New Plymouth Observatory was opened in 1920 and is situated on Marsland Hill, Robe Street, New Plymouth, New Zealand, and is the home of the New Plymouth Astronomical Society. The Society opens the Observatory to the Public, Tuesday evenings. Winter hours are 7.30-9.00pm. Summer hours are 8.30-10.00pm. Group bookings by arrangement.
1 miNW
City hall
New Plymouth District, New Plymouth
27 min walk • The New Plymouth District is one of the districts of New Zealand within Taranaki. It includes the city of New Plymouth and smaller towns such as Inglewood, Ōakura and Waitara.
1.4 miNW
39°3'33"S • 174°4'5"E
Bowlarama, New Plymouth
35 min walk • Bowling alley
1.2 miNW
Neighbourhood
New Plymouth Central, New Plymouth
31 min walk • New Plymouth Central is the central business district and central suburb of New Plymouth, in the Taranaki region of the western North Island of New Zealand.
1.2 miW
Sport venue, Sport
Yarrow Stadium, New Plymouth
31 min walk • Yarrow Stadium is situated in the central suburb of Westown in New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand, with main vehicle access off Maratahu Street.