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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Westport,_New_ZealandWestport, New Zealand - Wikipedia

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   Westport is the oldest European settlement on the West Coast of the South Island, founded in 1861 as a gold mining town. It is now a coal mining centre and has a population of 4,250 as of June 2023.

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3. westport.nzWestport NZ, West Coast – Official Westport Tourism Website

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   View and download helpful maps and brochures about Westport and the surrounding district. Accommodation, restaurants, outdoor activities, mountain biking, surfing, fishing and much more! Official tourism website for Westport, West Coast, NZ.

4. www.newzealand.com › int › westportThings to see and do in Westport, New Zealand

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   Westport was first a gold town and then a coal town. The coal mining museum provides a glimpse of what it's like to work underground. Westport is also a centre for outdoor adventures – jet boating, underground rafting, caving, white water rafting and kayaking.

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   • Walk the Cape Foulwind Walkway. Described as one of New Zealand’s best short walks by the Department of Conservation, the Cape Foulwind Walkway is not to be missed!
   • Check Out the Coaltown Museum. Westport is the oldest town on the West Coast with a proud heritage, particularly in coal mining. Learn all about the hardships and the risks the pioneers endured at the Coaltown Museum.
   • Walk or Mountain Bike at Charming Creek. More mining relics await abandoned among the dramatic river gorge landscape of Charming Creek. While the Charming Creek Walkway is about a 1h15mins drive from Westport, it’s well worth the journey to follow this railway line past spectacular waterfalls, over swingbridges and through railway tunnels.
   • Take a Trip Down the Buller Gorge. Do a scenic road trip through the Buller Gorge. The most scenic part of the drive is along State Highway 6 to Murchison.

6. www.tripadvisor.co.uk › Attractions-g255125THE 10 BEST Things to Do in Westport (2024) - Must-See ...

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   • Libby M. Dunedin, New Zealand 4 contributions. Surpassed Expectations! We just loved this walk, a gift that kept on giving! The huts are in beautiful settings, are well thought out with showers, compost toilets, all utensils and cooking gear supplied.
   • Paolo1005. Montreal, Canada 625 contributions. Fun little track. Superb location along the coast. Lots of wildlife seals different birds, etc. It's not a long trek.
   • Rigger Reid. Timaru, New Zealand 217 contributions. Breathtaking views amazing place to visit. This place is a must to visit, tar seal road all the way to the top,
   • 62Peter1952. Ashburton, New Zealand 220 contributions. Right in the middle of town. Quite expensive to get in,I thought. A good experience, and worthwhile, to see the work done in the mines in past days.

7. www.tripsavvy.com › things-to-do-in-westport-newThe Top 10 Things to Do in Westport, New Zealand - TripSavvy

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   Dec 8, 2021 · The oldest European town on the West Coast of New Zealand's South Island offers rugged natural experiences, impressive landscapes, and historical attractions.

8. nzpocketguide.com › the-complete-guide-to-westportThe Complete Travel Guide to Westport - NZ Pocket Guide

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   Aug 13, 2022 · Take a road trip along the scenic Buller Gorge. Ride the Nile River Rainforest Train. See seals on the Cape Foulwind Walkway. Check out the Coaltown Museum. For more details on each activity and more, check out the 10 Free & Cheap Things to Do in Westport. Budget Accommodation in Westport.

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   Where is Westport in New Zealand?

   • Westport (Māori: Kawatiri) is a town in the West Coast region of the South Island of New Zealand. Established in 1861, it is the oldest European settlement on the West Coast. [ 3 ] Originally named Buller, [ 4 ] it is on the right bank and at the mouth of the Buller River, close by the prominent headland of Cape Foulwind.

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   What is Westport New Zealand known for?

   • One of the few towns on the West Coast of New Zealand's South Island, Westport is also the oldest European settlement in the area. Although it only has a population of under 5,000 people, it is still considered quite large in this remote part of the country.

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   Is Westport a good place to live?

   • The oldest town of the West Coast of the South Island, Westport is rich in history and boasts epic natural landscapes to explore on all sides. The coastal town lies at the end of the Buller River, where a road trip up the stunning Buller Gorge is a must!

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   What is Westport known for?

   • Westport was first a gold town and then a coal town. The coal mining museum provides a glimpse of what it's like to work underground. Westport is also a centre for outdoor adventures – jet boating, underground rafting, caving, white water rafting and kayaking.

   Things to see and do in Westport, New Zealand

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   What to do in Westport New Zealand?

   • Here's what to do on your visit. Settled by Europeans in 1861, Westport is one of the oldest modern towns in New Zealand. A stroll through the town's main street (which is exceptionally wide!) uncovers many architectural gems, which is rather unusual in provincial New Zealand.

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   What time zone is Westport New Zealand?

   • Time zone: NZST / GMT+12/+13 How to get to Westport: Westport is connected to the rest of the South Island, located just off State Highway 6 and providing the only road access to the remote northern part of the West Coast via State Highway 67.

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