 The Capital of New Zealand, Wellington is also a cultural
centre - home to Te Papa, the ground-breaking interactive Museum of New Zealand, the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra and national treasures such as the original Treaty of
Waitangi and Katherine Mansfield’s Birthplace.
The city is compact and interesting, nestled between a dramatic harbour and bush clad hills. Great views can be found at the top of Mount Victoria, or by catching the cable
car up to the Botanic Gardens. Downtown Wellington is ideally explored on foot. Made up of four quarters each with their own distinct mix of shopping, cafes, transport,
accommodation, Wellington's intense urban experience is unrivalled in the country.
The central city area of Wellington is the place to see performing arts, particularly ballet, theatre and musical performances. Local cuisine is sophisticated and inventive
- an abundance of excellent cafes and restaurants are within walking distance of all the major hotels. The waterfront has been transformed into a graceful promenade with
shops, restaurants, activities and elegant landscaping making it a real drawcard for visitors and locals alike. The new state of the art sports and entertainment Stadium is just
a short walk from downtown.
 A different side of Wellington can be found along the western Kapiti Coast. The route hugs the rugged coastline, providing spectacular views. Off the coast is the world renowned
bird sanctuary Kapiti Island. The warm climate and relaxed lifestyle of this area have given birth to a luxurious style of country life - there are olive groves, feature gardens
and unique Bed and Breakfasts.
Just north of Wellington city is the Hutt Valley, an area that offers a multitude of outdoor and adventure experiences including bush and coastal walks, 4WD (four-wheel drive)
tours, golf, mountain biking and fishing.
Wellington Highlights!!
You’ll find plenty to see and do in Wellington city.
- Te Papa is New Zealand’s bold, innovative national museum set on Wellington’s waterfront. Visitors can get a unique insight
into New Zealand and learn about the land and its people
- Tours of New Zealand’s Parliament Buildings provide an insight into New Zealand’s political heritage
- The Museum of Wellington City and Sea presents stories of Wellington in an interactive and entertaining way
- Visit Katherine Mansfield’s Birthplace - the childhood home of the famous writer. Intricately restored to match the descriptions of the house in her stories
- Old St Paul’s Cathedral is a magnificent gothic style church built from New Zealand native timbers
- Take a cable car ride from downtown Wellington up to the Botanic Gardens for sweeping views of the city and harbour
- See a live show, concert or performance any night of the week
- Enjoy animal antics at Wellington Zoo
- Stroll from the city to Oriental Bay. The energetic can continue up through the green belt to the summit of Mount Victoria for a 360-degree panorama of Wellington. There’s
also a bus that goes to the summit
A Breath of Fresh Sea Air
The best way to appreciate the beauty of Wellington’s marine environment is to get out there.
- Harbour cruises go from the city across to Days Bay, home to seaside cafes and quality craft shops
- It’s easy to charter a boat for a fishing excursion around Wellington Harbour, Cook Strait or the Marlborough Sounds
- Boats take visitors to Somes/Matiu Island Reserve in Wellington Harbour, a former quarantine and prisoner of war island
- It’s fun to hire a sea kayak and paddle around the picturesque bays of Wellington Harbour
- Take a 4WD (four-wheel drive) tour to Red Rocks seal colony, on the south coast of the city
Taking it Easy on the Kapiti Coast
Northwest of Wellington there’s a life that’s a world away from city living
- Kapiti Island Nature Reserve is one of the more accessible nature reserves in New Zealand. Visitors can easily arrange a landing permit and launch transport using one of
the licensed launch services
- Enjoy sea kayaking, diving and boating in the Kapiti Island Marine Reserve areas
- Lindale Tourist and Agricultural Centre is the place for a farm tour and Kapiti cheese tastings
- Visit Southwards Car Museum, for a large collection of antique and unusual cars
Just Outside the City
Travel a short way out of the main city area and find something different.
- Spend some time at Pataka, the Museum of Pacific Art and Culture in Porirua
- The Dowse Art Museum exhibits high calibre New Zealand and International artists
- Increase your knowledge of New Zealand with Maori Insight Tours and the Maori Art Studio. The Maori Art Studio features wood carving, fibre arts, pounamu (greenstone
or jade), bone carving, painting, clay works, basketry and stone sculpture.
- The Maori Insight Tour helps visitors to understand and appreciate the beauty of
Maori Art and Culture.
- Staglands in Upper Hutt is home to a wide range of exotic and native birds and animals.
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