New Plymouth, Taranaki Map
Explore New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand, with this interactive street and satellite map. You can “grab” the New Plymouth map and move it around to re-centre it. You can change between standard map view and satellite map view by clicking the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. You can use the zoom buttons on the lower right side of the map to zoom in or out to street-level detail.
This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official LINZ topographic sheets — plus LINZ aerial imagery, an OpenStreetMap search for anywhere in New Zealand, a GPS grid-reference readout and turn-by-turn driving directions. See How to Use This Map below. You will find live weather, local and world news further down the page.
Interactive Map of New Plymouth, Taranaki
How to Use This New Plymouth, Taranaki Map
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for New Plymouth, Taranaki. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture to zoom in and out. Drag the map to pan to any area of Taranaki or beyond.
Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen for a larger view. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key on your keyboard, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).
TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official LINZ topographic maps — the Topo250 and Topo50 sheets used for tramping, hunting, hut access and back-country navigation, switching scale automatically as you zoom in. Aerial shows LINZ aerial imagery, down to 5cm resolution in urban areas. The search box above the map finds any New Zealand town, suburb or landmark by name, so you are not limited to New Plymouth.
Click 📍 My position in that same panel to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are, shows your accuracy, and reports your position as an NZTM2000 grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude. The NZTM grid reference is the format New Zealand search and rescue services work from, and there is a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need mobile coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even in places where the map itself cannot load.
The blue 📍 My Location & Navigate button starts live turn-by-turn driving directions from wherever you are to any destination you enter, with spoken guidance, lane hints and automatic re-routing if you leave the route.
Map search is available for a limited number of queries per session to manage costs. Be specific — search precisely for best results.
| Locality | New Plymouth |
| Region | Taranaki |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Timezone | New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT) |
| Remoteness | Main Urban Area |
| Latitude | -39.06667 |
| Longitude | 174.08333 |
| Population | 90,100 |
| Elevation | 64 m |
| Area Code | 06 |
About New Plymouth, Taranaki
New Plymouth is a locality in the Taranaki Region of New Zealand. With a population of 90,100, New Plymouth is a major urban centre in the Taranaki Region. It sits at an elevation of around 64 m above sea level. New Plymouth is the capital of the Taranaki Region. New Plymouth is located at 39.0667°S, 174.0833°E. It observes New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT). Statistics New Zealand classifies the area as a main urban area.
New Plymouth rests on the western coast of the North Island, a locale where the land meets the sea in a gentle embrace. It lies 127.1 km north-west of Whanganui (from Whanganui: bearing 319°T), and is situated 6.8 km west-south-west of Bell Block. The Henui River, a modest artery, winds its way through the town, eventually finding its way to the broader expanse of Port Taranaki, a distance of approximately two and four kilometres respectively. The Kaitake Range, a subtle yet persistent presence on the horizon, lends a dramatic backdrop to the rolling hills and fertile farmland that characterise the immediate surroundings. The air here often carries the briny scent of the ocean, a constant reminder of the proximity to the Tasman Sea, and the quality of light at dusk, when the sky bleeds into hues of rose and amber, can be truly breathtaking, lending a quiet luminescence to the coastal plain.
The genesis of New Plymouth is a story woven from ambition and a pioneering spirit, a settlement established by English colonists in 1841. These early travellers sought to create a new life and a new society, laying the foundations for what would grow into a significant regional centre. The town's history is marked by the challenges and triumphs of colonial expansion, the development of infrastructure, and the gradual shaping of its identity over generations. Parihamore Pa, a significant historic site just a kilometre distant, stands as a silent sentinel, hinting at the deeper, older narratives of the land before the arrival of European settlers, a subtle echo of the past that underpins the present.
Today, New Plymouth's economy is a robust blend of agricultural strength and burgeoning innovation. Dairy farming remains a cornerstone, its verdant pastures stretching across the landscape, while the town also benefits from industries such as forestry and a growing horticultural sector. The presence of universities ensures a steady influx of intellectual capital and drives research and development, contributing to a dynamic economic environment. Infrastructure here is well-developed, connecting New Plymouth efficiently to the rest of the country, facilitating the flow of goods and people, and supporting its role as a vital hub in the Taranaki region, with Port Taranaki serving as a crucial gateway for trade.
New Plymouth's cultural life is as vibrant as its natural setting is beautiful. The town embraces its sporting heritage with enthusiasm, supporting provincial rugby teams and cheering on national athletes. Major annual events and festivals punctuate the calendar, drawing crowds and celebrating the unique spirit of the region. Davies Track, a popular walking trail some thirteen kilometres away, offers a chance to immerse oneself in the natural beauty, while the distant Te Rere Mahanga waterfall provides a more dramatic spectacle for those willing to venture further afield. While no globally recognised musicians or actors hail exclusively from New Plymouth, the town fosters a strong sense of community and a genuine appreciation for the arts, contributing to a culture that is both provincial in its charm and outward-looking in its aspirations.
Nearby Places to Explore — New Plymouth, Taranaki
Featured Attractions
Landmark · 0.0 km SW
Botanic Garden · 0.9 km WNW
Museum · 1 km WNW
Art Gallery · 1 km WNW
Nature Reserve / Park · 1 km WNW
Landmark · 5 km NW
Lake / Reservoir · 8 km SE
Beach · 8 km NNW
Nature Reserve / Park · 25 km S
Other Nearby Places
Public Artwork · 0.2 km SSW
Recreation Reserve · 0.3 km S · 52 ha
Lookout / Viewpoint · 0.4 km WNW
Lookout / Viewpoint · 0.5 km NW
Public Artwork · 0.7 km NW
Recreation Reserve · 0.8 km WNW · 3 ha
Historic Ruins · 0.9 km NE
Historic Site · 1.0 km NNW
Historic Site · 1.0 km NNW
Historic Reserve · 1.0 km WNW · 3 ha
Monument / Memorial · 1 km NW
Historic Ruins · 1 km NE
Historic Reserve · 1 km NE · 5 ha
Monument / Memorial · 1 km NW
Gallery · 1 km NNW
Gallery · 1 km NNW
Gallery · 1 km NW
Stewardship Area · 1 km NW
Attraction · 2 km WSW
Stewardship Area · 2 km SE
Scenic Reserve · 2 km S · 1 ha
Scenic Reserve · 2 km SSW · 16 ha
Beach · 2 km NE
Park · 3 km SSE
Scenic Reserve · 3 km SE
Bay · 4 km WNW
Lake · 4 km NE
Lake · 5 km SW
Lookout / Viewpoint · 5 km W
Wildlife Refuge · 6 km W · 3 ha
Sanctuary Area · 6 km WNW · 5 ha
Sources: curated tourist landmarks, DOC Public Conservation Areas (LINZ), GeoNames Gazetteer, OpenStreetMap.
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About This New Plymouth Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand at coordinates -39.06667, 174.08333. Use the Map and Satellite buttons to switch views, the plus and minus buttons to zoom, and Fullscreen to fill the screen.
Search Maps opens a second, independent map with four things the embedded map cannot do. It searches OpenStreetMap for any New Zealand town, suburb or landmark by name. It offers LINZ topographic maps as a base layer — the official Topo250 and Topo50 sheets, switching scale automatically as you zoom, and the standard reference for tramping, hunting and back-country travel. It offers LINZ aerial imagery down to 5cm resolution in urban areas. And it can take a single GPS fix from your device and report your position as both an NZTM2000 grid reference and plain latitude and longitude — the grid reference being what New Zealand search and rescue services work from. Map tiles require mobile coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map itself cannot load.
My Location & Navigate starts the vector-tile navigator: live turn-by-turn driving directions from your current position to any destination, with spoken guidance, lane hints and automatic re-routing.
Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time New Zealand and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorial description provides background on New Plymouth.
New Plymouth sits within the Taranaki Region. Location data is drawn from the GeoNames geographical database and verified by coordinates, ensuring the correct New Plymouth is identified even where the name is shared across multiple New Zealand localities.
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | GeoNames Gazetteer (CC BY 4.0), Stats NZ regional and urban-rural classifications |
| Description | Editorial description generated from verified location data. |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; LINZ Basemaps topographic and aerial imagery, sourced from Toitū Te Whenua LINZ (CC BY 4.0) |
