Welcome to Wellington

Enjoy cosy lunches on cold crisp days, get whipped by wild winds from Wellington's peaks, and discover the capital by night with epic events, outdoor festivals, and a treat or two along the way.

New local eats

Top winter must-dos

Best winter events

Biggest foodie month

Stay a night

Cosy winter bars

Plan your Wild Weekend

Planning a trip to Wellington? Use our handy guides to make the most of your visit

Guide

A wild weekend for food fans

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

Plan

Your guide to winter in Wellington

If your idea of a perfect winter involves gallery hopping, cosy eateries, brilliant bars and excellent events, read on

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Events

Welcome to a playground of events and festivals across the region

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Event

World of WearableArt Awards Show
29 Sep – 16 Oct 2022
TSB Arena

Event

Visa Wellington On a Plate
1 – 31 Aug 2022
Various locations

Event

Bret McKenzie – Songs Without Jokes Tour
8 Sep 2022
The Opera House

Event

Les Misérables
19 Aug – 4 Sep 2022
St James Theatre
$89.25

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Explore the Wellington Region

 Head for the coast, walk through the hills and visit wineries - all without leaving Wellington

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Hutt Valley

Across the harbour lies Wellington's giant playground. The Hutt Valley is packed full of outdoor adventures and delicious eats.

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Kāpiti Coast

Sandy beaches, spectacular landscapes and friendly people - all just a short drive north of Wellington.

Plan

Porirua

Nestled between two harbours, Porirua is a perfect blend of creativity, nature and adventure – all just 20km north of Wellington

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Wairarapa

Just a short drive from Wellington, Wairarapa has stunning landscapes, world-class wineries, and boutique shopping.

Only in Wellington

Wellington Te Whanganui-a-Tara is full of stories about little moments, in ordinary places, that have led to extraordinary successes

Business

Local stories to explore

The perfect place for people to thrive, this is a collaborative city to foster ideas. Discover some local stories and the people behind them.

Find your place in Wellington

Surrounded by nature and fuelled by creative energy, New Zealand’s compact capital features a compelling mix of culture, history, nature and cuisine.

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Tū ake i te tihi o Tangi te Keo/Mātairangi
Stand atop Tangi te Keo/Mātairangi mountain

Ka horapa te titiro ki Te Whanganui a Tara
Gaze upon the Great Harbour of Tara

Ngā pae maunga, ngā pae tāngata ka mihi atu nei
The mountains, the people – salutations to all