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Highlights of Wellington Region

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 Information

New Zealand's centre of art, coffee, and culture, Wellington is a destination that combines inner-city charm with excellent access to some of the region's best wineries, scenery, and wildlife. Wellington stretches back from a small harbour and extends up to the surrounding hillside, making the central districts a compact and dynamic hotbed for boutique art galleries, shopping, and world-class dining establishments.

Around Wellington you can check out the New Zealand National Museum (known as Te Papa) for a dose of the country's history and a taste of the traditional Maori culture. You can also catch a glimpse of some the native wildlife at the Zealandia animal sanctuary.

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For a great view of the entire city you should trek up to the lookouts in the nearby hills or take a ride on the Wellington Cable Car. A number of local companies also operate tours around the spectacular South Coast and countryside of New Zealand's north island. Once you've finished exploring you can kick back and relax in one of the many bars and restaurants, visit one of the numerous galleries, or enjoy the spirited nightlife.

New Zealanders are a friendly bunch, and the people of Wellington are no exception. You'll enjoy an affable reception nearly everywhere you go. Temperatures in Wellington range from around 9 or 10C in winter (but colder at night) to about 25C in summer, though the city is renowned for being extremely windy, and you'll need to pack warm clothes – especially if you plan on heading inland or taking trips along the rugged coastline.

Wellington is best travelled on foot, particularly if you want to spend most of your time around the city centre. But if you do feel like exploring a little further, the city has an excellent and affordable bus system. Flights to most other destinations in New Zealand as well as major cities in Australia frequently leave from the local airport.

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