Wellington Information

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Wellington Central Waterfront Information

A satisfying seaside stroll awaits on the doorstep of Wellington's central business district...

Mount Victoria Information

Mount Victoria provides stunning 360 degree views of Wellington City, the harbour and the ocean to..

National War Memorial and Carillon Info

The art deco architecture of this striking building draws the visitor towards poignant memories of..

Wellington Botanic Garden Information

At the top of the Wellington Cable Car, and just minutes from the central business district, lies..

Kapiti Island Information

Kapiti Island has been a protected nature reserve since 1897. Many of the bird species living on..

Lower Hutt Information

Lower Hutt is part of Hutt City, which is included in the Wellington region. The area has a long..

Waikanae Information

Waikanae is a popular place for retirement and beach holidays. The wide Tasman Sea surf beach is..

Belmont Regional Park Information

The breathtaking views and forest-clad valleys of Belmont Regional Park make it a favourite open..

Karori Wildlife Sanctuary Information

In the suburb of Karori, just 2.5 kilometres from the Wellington central business district, you'll..

Otaki Information

The rural service town of Otaki is situated near the north bank of the Otaki River. The area is..

Porirua Information

Porirua is a satellite city of Wellington situated at the southern end of the Kapiti Coast. It..

Red Rocks Reserve Information

On the rugged south coast of Wellington, a 30 to 40 minute coastal walk leads from Owhiro Bay to..

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Wellington’s many charms lie in part with it's close proximity to the natural attractions of the region. The central part of the city is nestled between a beautiful forest clad hills and a stunning harbour and foreshore area. Animal sanctuaries, several islands, quaint seaside settlements, great beaches and outdoor areas and parks provide plenty of scope for outdoor activities.

Many to these gorgeous shores base themselves in the happening inner city area, where it’s an easy stroll to trendy shops, galleries, cafés and some great restaurants. A feature of the waterfront area is Te Papa Tongrewa - an innovative, fun and interactive museum which has emerged as one of New Zealand’s best cultural attractions. By night, the city likes to stay up till the wee hours enjoying theatre, live music and dance performances.

Wellingtonians love their city, and we’re sure you will too. Allow at least a couple of days here to get an insight into New Zealand’s history, contemporary culture and creativity.

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