Activities & Adventure
Football fever to breathtaking biking
You can’t beat the vibe of a Wellington Phoenix game or the rush of the Wellington NZI Sevens – Wellington is not only the home of NZ’s only A-league soccer team but has many fantastic outdoor activities to boot.
Take a hike up Mount Victoria for panoramic views that stretch to the South Island – it rises behind the Embassy Theatre at the end of Courtenay Place.
Mountain bikers can also head up Mt Victoria, or will love Makara Peak’s biking park, just a 10 minute drive from Wellington city. The Hutt Valley and Porirua also have a variety of mountain bike trails to challenge even the bold-hearted.
If golf's more your thing, the Wellington region boasts a variety of world-class golf courses. Head to one in the Hutt Valley or on the Kapiti Coast and spend some time working on your swing.
Adventure types can also check out the rock-climbing walls in the heart of the city, or hire a kayak and paddle around the waterfront.
Overview of the Wellington sporting experience
- Great events from NZI Sevens to cricket test matches and RWC 2011
- Loads of professional sports teams from Phoenix to the Hurricanes
- Great venues like Westpac Stadium – within walking distance of accommodation and Wellington’s nightlife, and very handy to transport
- And for those who want to take part themselves – great outdoor activities ranging from having a game of golf (choice of 10 courses within 30 minutes drive of Wellington’s CBD) to mountain biking Makara Peak.
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