Brooklands
New Plymouth
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.
Brooklands Zoo
Spend some time at this delightful family-focused zoo, enjoy a picnic lunch in a welcoming setting and learn about animals from around the world.
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.
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.
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.
Brooklands Hotel Deals
City Cabin
Our host was really welcoming and the accommodation very suitable.
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026
Plymouth International
The adjoining restaurant was excellent. Amazing food and wonderful staff.
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026
The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel
Warm and friendly staff. The bed felt like we were sleeping on a cloud.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Distinction New Plymouth Hotel
Very comfortable stay. Friendly helpful staff Clean room 👍
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026
Millennium Hotel New Plymouth, Waterfront
Staff was excellent
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
Quest New Plymouth
Nice spacious and clean room, excellent staff and free access to gym. Definitely recommended.
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Brooklands
Vogeltown
While Vogeltown might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Brooklands Zoo and Bowl of Brooklands.
Welbourn
If you're spending some time in Welbourn, TSB Stadium and Pukekura Park are top sights worth seeing.
Lower Vogeltown
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lower Vogeltown and surrounding area, you can visit Pukekura Park and TSB Stadium.
Upper Vogeltown
When in Upper Vogeltown, you can plan a visit to Brooklands Zoo and Bowl of Brooklands, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Merrilands
While Merrilands might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bowl of Brooklands and Brooklands Zoo.
Frankleigh Park
When in Frankleigh Park, you can plan a visit to Stadium Taranaki and Brooklands Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
