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Famous for a vibrant creative culture fuelled by great food, wine, craft beer, coffee and events, Wellington is a cosmopolitan city with an energetic personality. See for yourself what makes Wellington such a unique place.
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World of WearableArt® Awards Show

Enter another world, where fashion, art and theatre collide. Tickets to World of WearableArt® Awards Show on sale now

Cirkopolis

Critically acclaimed circus extravaganza Cirkopolis is set to thrill audiences with this mind-blowing performance.

Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship 2017

Royal Wellington Golf Club is hosting the 2017 Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship | 26 – 29 Oct 2017

18 Nov 2017

Rugby League World Cup

Experience the thrill of live sport when Wellington hosts a quarter final in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup this November.

Events

19 Nov 2017 | Martinborough Square, Martinborough Square, Martinborough

Toast Martinborough Wine Food and Music Festival 2017

Toast Martinborough continues to redefine the festival experience, combining the best of 25 years of tradition with fantastic new innovations.

Events

14 Dec 2017 | Waitangi Park, 107 Cable St, Wellington

Sol3 Mio - Christmas on the Harbour

Sol3 Mio are delighted to announce that they are extending their traditional end of year concert season, with an eight-date...

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See and do

Top 10 Wellington must dos

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20 awesome things under $20

Here's some top things to see, do and eat that won't break the bank.

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11 must-visits for foodies in NZ's culinary capital

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Top notch brunch spots

Whether your ideal brunch is a Buddha bowl or fried chicken with waffles, Wellington has got you covered.

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Best bars in Wellington

Many of the best bars are hidden down side streets or tucked away unnoticed. Half the fun is finding them.

106 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington City

Matterhorn

Purveyors of the finest in food, drink and culture. Serving you seven ways, in seven days.

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Where to stay

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Looking for somewhere to stay on your next visit to Wellington?

24 Hawkestone Street, Thorndon, Wellington

Thorndon Hotel by Rydges

Located in Wellington's historic suburb Thorndon, the Thorndon Hotel by Rydges is close to Parliament, Interislander ferry, train station, Westpac...

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133 - 137 The Terrace, Wellington

Novotel Wellington

Enjoy contemporary style in the centre of the capital city at Novotel Wellington, an international 4 plus star hotel.

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Wellington city markets

Wellington's markets are filled with colour, vitality and local flavours. Producers, artisans, locals and visitors come together to trade locally and vocally.

Fashion boutiques

Wellington's compact nature makes a day visiting the boutiques an absolute pleasure, even when you've picked up a few shopping bags along the way. Here's where to find them.

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