Accessible Information
Wellington has a compact, reasonably flat city centre and a city council committed to providing services and facilities that are accessible to everyone. Most attractions and public buildings can also be easily accessed.
Mobility scooters
Available from various city locations, mobility scooters can be booked by people aged 18+ for up to four hours free of charge.
The scooters are safe and easy to use; trained staff will show you how. The scooters are available to anyone who has limited mobility, from wheelchair users to the elderly. You're even eligible with a broken leg.
Pick up a brochure or phone Wellington City Council on +64 4 499 4444 for more information. Advance bookings are recommended.
Mobility parking permits
These are issued by CCS Disability Action to people who use a wheelchair or mobility device and/or are unable to walk 200 metres unaided.
Permit holders are allowed to park in designated mobility parking spaces for the time indicated on the parking meter.
For more information, contact CCS Disability Action on +64 4 568 9000.
Accessible transport
- Bus or train: 0800 801 700 or metlink.org.nz
- Taxis: Wellington Combined Taxis +64 4 384 4444 or Hutt and City Taxis +64 4 570 0059
- Airport shuttle: Can be booked ahead of time with Wellington Co-operative Shuttles +64 4 387 8787
Accessible places
The Wellington City Council have collated lists of accessibility places across Wellington city. These are places that provide facilities such as wheelchair access and hearing services.