Cosy restaurants for winter dining
Think roaring fireplaces, candles, warm service, and hearty soul food. These are the Wellington restaurants that will keep you warm when it's cold outside.
You got chills, and they’re multiplying? Don’t lose control when you visit the Wellington Ice Rink on Queens Wharf. You’ll get all the chills and thrills you need when you strap on some skates and slide onto the ice at this pop-up ice rink. Queens Wharf transforms into a winter wonderland for a month across June and July.
Now in its seventh year, the rink offers a fun activity for all ages. It features music, lighting effects, and sessions suitable for both experienced skaters and first-time visitors. Measuring 30m by 15m and with 400 pairs of ice skates for hire, there’s room for everyone.
Whether visiting for a daytime skate, an evening slide under the lights, or a groove session with top forty hits, Wellington Ice Rink offers a great mid-winter experience.
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