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Pukekura Park
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Pukekura Park

Getting around: About a 15-20 minute walk from central New Plymouth, or a short drive.
Hours: Grounds open daily during daylight hours, generally free access; the fernery and other specific facilities keep shorter set hours.

Pukekura Park is New Plymouth's main public park, a lush Victorian-era garden built around a series of lakes, with a notable fernery, a band rotunda, and paths winding through native and exotic plantings. It connects directly to Brooklands Park (and the small Brooklands Zoo), forming one large green space near the city centre.

It's especially popular during the annual Festival of Lights in summer, when the park is illuminated at night, but it's a pleasant, free walk at any time of year.

Pukekura Park FAQs

Is it free?

Yes, the park is free to enter.

What is the Festival of Lights?

An annual summer light display held throughout the park in the evenings, one of New Plymouth's signature events.

How long does a visit take?

An hour or two for a walk through the main areas; longer if combining with Brooklands Park and the zoo.

Is there a fernery?

Yes, a notable fernery is one of the park's features, showcasing native and exotic ferns.

Is it connected to Brooklands Park?

Yes, the two adjoin and are generally treated as one large park area.

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