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Eltham is a small inland town in South Taranaki, New Zealand, located 50 kilometres (31 mi) south of the city of New Plymouth and southeast of the volcanic cone of Mount Taranaki. Stratford is 11 kilometres (6.8 mi) north, Kaponga 13 km west, and Hāwera is 19 km (12 mi) south.
Eltham is the second largest town in Taranaki, home to Victorian buildings and a town of firsts. Historically the town is an industrial powerhouse with the first butter exports being shipped from Eltham.
Eltham might not be on the itinerary of most people travelling around Taranaki, but the intrigue of the characterful pioneer buildings and the vibrant murals are sure to make you stop in your tracks. The town has a fascinating history of being where the New Zealand dairy industry first went global.
Eltham. Taranaki. Highlights. Victorian and Edwardian architecture. Lake Rotokare. Cheese making. Proximity. 45min from New Plymouth. 4 hr from Wellington. Eltham is known for its vintage and second-hand shopping. A must do when stopping here is a visit to the cheese factory to buy something delicious for your picnic basket.
Top Things to Do in Eltham, New Zealand. Places to Visit in Eltham. Enter dates. Attractions. Filters. Sort. Map. Free Entry. Good for Kids. Budget-friendly. Good for Couples. Show more. 4 places sorted by traveller favourites. 1. Rotokare Scenic Reserve & Sanctuary. 23. Nature & Wildlife Areas. Open now. By CMelissa7.
Things to Do in Eltham, Taranaki Region: See Tripadvisor's 108 traveller reviews and photos of Eltham attractions.
Eltham is a small inland town in South Taranaki, New Zealand, located 50 kilometres south of the city of New Plymouth and southeast of the volcanic cone of Mount Taranaki. Stratford is 11 kilometres north, Kaponga 13 km west, and Hāwera is 19 km south.
