Must-see shopping in Taranaki & Whanganui

  • Kina

    New Plymouth

    Fabulous Kiwi crafts, jewellery, and bath and beauty products in a lovely shopfront on the main drag. Art and design gallery exhibitions happen with…

  • Herb Farm

    Palmerston North

    Demand for Lynn Kirkland's homemade natural remedies led to the Herb Farm opening in 1993. Her daughter joined the business, and together they sell…

  • Pihama Lavender Farm

    Taranaki & Whanganui

    Technically in Pihama, 7km east from Opunake, this 2-hectare lavender farm in a former dairy farm is home to a local gallery and gift store. On the third…

  • Bruce McKenzie Booksellers

    Palmerston North

    An excellent independent bookshop, with classical music and serene, intelligent vibes. Pick up that guide to NZ craft beer you've been looking for and…

  • Kathmandu

    New Plymouth

    From waterproof clothing and solid hiking shoes to sleeping bags and hiking accessories, you're probably already familiar with Kathmandu for good reason.

  • Macpac

    New Plymouth

    Visit to start your Taranaki tramp prepared with camping and tramping gear galore.

  • Feilding Farmers Market

    Palmerston North

    Every Friday in rain, hail or shine, Manchester Sq in Feilding (19km north of downtown Palmy) comes alive with local produce. In summer there are over 40…

  • Pork Chop Hill

    Palmerston North

    Three friends started Pork Chop Hill, inspired by the landmark on the cliffs above Manawatu River where locals grew up misbehaving. The T-shirts pay…

  • Albert Street Farmer's Market

    Palmerston North

    Skip breakfast and head to Albert Street, where alongside fresh produce and verdant Asian greens, there are food stalls ranging from noodles to egg and…

  • Paige's Book Gallery

    Whanganui

    This corner haven is heaving with shelves of books of all genres, from kids to cooking and everything in between. It's scattered with giftware and funny…

  • Bivouac Outdoor

    Palmerston North

    Outdoor gear and advice from the local experts.