Coastal Walkway Foreshore — Attraction in North Island

An award-winning coastal walk at New Plymouth. You can walk the entire 12.7km but we started from the iconic Wind Wand (a dramatic 48-metre kinetic sculpture made to design by Len Lye) and walked all the way to Te rewa rewa Bridge (another iconic dinosaur bone looking scuplture/bridge across the Waiwhakaiho River) and back. We enjoyed the stroll and took us about 2 hr and 30 min return trip but it was pretty flat and easy walk. The path is also suitable for cyclist, runners and skating. We also found out that it is possible to rent a scooter for free from the Todd Energy Aquatic Centre!We managed to catch an amazing sun set on our way back and saw the Wind Wand lit up. Along the coast you will see long stretches of black sand beach, surfers, dogs and others just enjoying the walk. Stop along the way and just watch the waves crash. The people staying around this coastal walk is so lucky to have this right at their backyard. Aside from the central town (where the wind wand starts) there isn't food or drinks or shelter along the way, so bring along a bottle of water and...

Paradise....we live in such a beautiful city!! BUT poor prior town planning thought Centre City mall, a carpark building and industrial spaces like Bunnings should occupy the best seaview locations!! These prominant waterfront areas need redeveloping. Trees, box plantings for asthetics, shade, grassy and cobbled areas for seating to encourage family friendly gourmet restaurants, café, elfresco dining, alternate and food trucks particularly to take advantage of the balmy summer evenings. How...

This must be one of the best walkways and scenery facilities in the world, just an amazing design and construction with so many uses for all the ages young through to old. Good wide pathway with awesome views, beaches and mountain backdrop. Convenient to some cafes and you can walk, run, scate board, cycling (although shouldn't be used for training cyclists way too dangerous) and great for people with a lesser degree of mobility. Really is a must experience for any visiting or living...