Welcome to Wellington

Wellington sits at the heart of New Zealand. Much more than a city, the Wellington Region is the perfect escape from your routine

See & do

The best things to see in Wellington

This city has so much to offer. Here's just a sample of what you can do in a few days here.

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24 hours in Wellington city

Get a taste of the best the city has to offer from nature, great views, museums, top eats, craft beer and some street art - all in one day

Spend the perfect 48 hours in Wellington

Compact, walkable, full of activities, award-winning restaurants, nature and perfect for a weekend getaway

Escape for a break in Wellington

Three days of eating and drinking, arts and culture, and biking around vineyards with enough time to have a sleep-in

Wine tasting on two wheels in Martinborough

Just outside the city is Wellington's home to more than 20 boutique vineyards

Discover Māori history in the city

According to Māori tradition, Wellington Harbour was originally a lake and home to two great taniwha (mythic water monsters) named Ngake and Whātaitai

Meet our incredible wildlife

You can get up-close-and-personal with all sorts of creatures in the capital, from native birds and reptiles to farm animals and exotic animals

Eat like a local in Wellington

Treat your taste buds at one of the newest eateries and bars in Wellington. There's always something new popping up around the region

Eating and drinking in the capital is an experience in itself, and restaurants in Wellington play a big part in continuing to make this place a hot spot for tourists and locals alike.

Eat like a local