Blagdon
New Plymouth
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Puke Ariki
Learn about local history in interactive exhibits, eat award-winning food and find useful visitor information at New Plymouth’s ground-breaking cultural center.
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.
East End Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at East End Reserve, a lovely green space in New Plymouth. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Top hotels in Blagdon
The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel
"Clean room, staff were welcoming. Buffet breakfast was great"
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Plymouth International
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Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Aviator
"The perfect place a quiet restful stay outside of New Plymouth."
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Millennium Hotel New Plymouth Waterfront
"Spacious rooms. Great location to CBD. Restaurants, shops are within walking distance. Bathrooms were a bit outdated. Facilities are all offsite eg gym, pool etc. Minimal parking."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Quest New Plymouth
"Great location, city centre. clean and well-appointed room for the money."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Auto Lodge Motor Inn
"Great helpful staff. Enjoyed our breakfast"
Reviewed on May 3, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Blagdon
Marfell
When in Marfell, you can plan a visit to Barrett Domain Walkway and Govett-Brewster Art Gallery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Moturoa
While there might not be top attractions in Moturoa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Paritutu Rock and Sugar Loaf Marine Reserve.
Lynmouth
While Lynmouth isn't home to many top sights, Kawaroa Park and Govett-Brewster Art Gallery are some notable places to visit nearby.
Spotswood
If you're spending some time in Spotswood, Back Beach and Paritutu Rock are top sights worth seeing.
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Yarrow Stadium and Stadium Taranaki.
Whalers Gate
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Whalers Gate and surrounding area, you can visit Barrett Domain Walkway and Back Beach.
