Wellington might be New Zealand’s capital, but it feels more like a creative coastal village with a world-class food scene. Tucked between rolling green hills and a deep harbour, it’s known for amazing coffee, wild wind, and a tight-knit arts and film community. Whether you’re into indie galleries, live music, or just incredible views, Wellington delivers big personality in a compact, walkable city.
Te Papa Tongarewa – Museum of New Zealand
A must-visit, Te Papa blends science, art, Māori heritage, and natural history into a world-class experience. It's interactive, immersive, and totally free, ideal for all ages.
Cable Car & Botanic Garden – Iconic City Views
Ride the historic red cable car from Lambton Quay to the hilltop Botanic Garden. Once up there, take in panoramic harbour views and wander through native bush, floral displays, and glowworm grottos after dusk.
Cuba Street – Creative, Quirky, Cultured
This lively street is packed with record stores, street performers, vintage shops, and some of the best coffee in the country. It’s Wellington’s bohemian heart and a great place to spend an afternoon people-watching or boutique hopping.
Wētā Workshop – Behind the Movie Magic
Get hands-on with props, costumes and film sets from movies like The Lord of the Rings, Avatar, and District 9. Located in Miramar, this guided experience is a film buff’s dream.
Zealandia Eco-Sanctuary – Urban Nature at Its Best
Just minutes from the city centre, this 225-hectare sanctuary is home to rare native birds, reptiles, and forest. Explore by day, or book a twilight tour to hear kiwi calls in the wild.
Wellington International Airport (WLG) is well-serviced by flights from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and the Gold Coast. Most flights are direct and take around 3.5–4 hours. The airport is just 15 minutes from the CBD by car or shuttle.
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On Foot – The city centre is compact and very walkable.
Public Buses – Affordable and frequent throughout greater Wellington.
Cable Car – A scenic (and handy) link from the CBD to Kelburn and beyond.
Rideshare Services – Uber and Ola operate throughout the city.
Watch the sunset from Mt Victoria Lookout
Take a craft beer tour through the city’s many microbreweries
Visit Hannahs Laneway for bean-to-bar chocolate and sourdough pizza
Explore art at City Gallery Wellington
Take a day trip to Matiu/Somes Island or the Wairarapa wine region
Summer (Dec–Feb): Warm, breezy and ideal for outdoor adventures (19–24°C)
Winter (Jun–Aug): Cool with crisp days (8–14°C), pack layers!
Year-Round Tip: Windy days are common, so bring a good jacket.
The New Zealand Dollar (NZD) is the local currency
Tap water is safe and drinkable across the country
Many venues are BYO-friendly, but check licensing rules
Kiwis drive on the left, same as Australia
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