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Explore Wellington

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Two people sharing coffee and a meal inside Swimsuit on Dixon Street. The coffee counter is behind them with baristas working.

Eat & Drink

Fuel up with the best-ever coffee, enjoy lunch with harbour views, and indulge at award-winning restaurants.

Two people feed a red panda during a Close Encounter experience at Wellington Zoo.

See & Do

Looking for things to do? Discover inspiring galleries, fascinating museums, and wildlife experiences that make Wellington a great place to explore.

A performer on stage at an outdoor concert.

Events

With world-class gigs, captivating performances, and adrenaline-fuelled games, there’s always something on in Wellington.

Trails

Whether you walk, bike, hike, or horse ride, discover trails for all walks of life across the region.

Shoppers browse the vinyl record collection at Octo in Aro Valley.

Shopping

With boutiques full of local designers, quirky gift stores, and well-stocked bookshops, Wellington is a treasure trove of beautiful things.

New and notable

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Two customers sharing a meal at a small table inside Huckle & Co. in Seatoun.

Seafood and eat it: Your Wellington fish and chips guide

From iconic fish and chip shops to waterfront seafood restaurants, discover where to enjoy fresh kaimoana and local catches in Wellington.

Three people eat crab and other seafood plates at The Crab Shack on Queens Wharf.

Daily Dining Deals in Wellington

No matter the day, there’s a foodie deal in Wellington. From eggs for breakfast to pizza for dinner, you can have a delicious day, whatever your budget.

3 people wearing black, appreciating art works on the white wall inside City Gallery.

City Gallery Wellington Te Whare Toi

Wellington City Gallery has officially reopened, with a major exhibition by acclaimed British artist Cornelia Parker now showing.

People dining at Arcimboldi in Seatoun, seated at a café table with food and coffee.

Arcimboldi

A local favourite in Seatoun, Arcimboldi combines Italian-inspired cuisine, house-made pizza, community spirit, and seaside charm just outside central Wellington.

Two golden-brown pies on white plates with forks and folded napkins, arranged on a tiled café table at Jo's Pies in Brooklyn, Wellington.

Flake news: A guide to Wellington’s pies

From award-winning bakeries to gourmet cafés, Wellington’s pie scene spans mince and cheese classics to experimental creations.

People browsing and shopping among racks of vintage clothing at Hunters & Collectors in Wellington.

Capital classics: Long-lasting retail

Enjoy the best of Wellington by shopping at the oldest retailers selling sustainable clothing, local gifts, pottery, designer vintage, vinyl records, and more.

Two friends enjoy coffee in a sunny café with graffitied walls.

Your guide to Willis Street

Visit Willis Street to find cafés and restaurants, to shopping, bouldering, and bookstores.

A hot matcha, iced strawberry matcha, and a matcha pastry in Wellington cafe Creamy & Crunchy

Meet your match(a): Where to find great matcha in Wellington

From hand-whisked, authentic matcha to matcha-infused desserts—explore Wellington’s best local spots.

A panorama of the Milky Way high in the sky, stretching from east to west. Shot at a Wairarapa Dark Sky reserve location at Cape Palliser on the bottom of the North Island of New Zealand.

Wairarapa Dark Sky Reserve

According to Lonely Planet, stargazing in the Wairarapa Dark Sky Reserve is one of the Top 25 Experiences in the World. To have a memorable evening in Wairarapa, all you need to do is look up.

Two race drivers stand beside a white race car on the field of a large stadium.

Race Of Champions

Global motorsport superstars heading to Wellington for a high-octane New Zealand debut.

9 – 10 January 2027

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Events
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The Great Opera House Halloween Hunt

31 October 2026The Opera House

High Tide festival stage with pink illustrations surrounding it, and special effects smoke.

High Tide Festival 2026

7 November 2026Waitangi Park | R18

Stan Walker.

Stan Walker — A Symphonic Experience

20 November 2026TSB Arena

Jesus Christ Superstar musical theatre production.

Jesus Christ Superstar

18 – 28 November 2026St James Theatre

A cricket player swings a bat during a match, with stadium seating and spectators visible in the background.

New Zealand Cricket: Summer Season

27 October 2026 – 19 January 2027Hnry Stadium and Cello Basin Reserve

Two race drivers stand beside a white race car on the field of a large stadium.

Race Of Champions

9 – 10 January 2027Hnry Stadium

Four members of the Drax Project posing for the camera

Drax Project & Friends

20 February 2027Te Whare Whakarauika Wellington Town Hall

Promotional portrait for Sunset Boulevard featuring a performer in a black corseted gown, long black gloves, and a dramatic feathered headpiece, posed against a red-to-black gradient background.

Sunset Boulevard

9 – 11 April 2027Te Whare Whakarauika Wellington Town Hall

Explore beyond the CBD

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Two cyclists are riding through a vineyard in Martinborough, Wairarapa.

Wairarapa

Big skies, wild landscapes, charming villages, delicious food, and award-winning wineries just an hour from Wellington.

A family sits on Raumati beach on the sand under an umbrella. Kapiti Island is in the background.

Discover the charms of the Kāpiti Coast

Sandy beaches, spectacular landscapes, and friendly people are all just a short drive from Wellington.

A drone shot of the Pencarrow Lighthouse Trail in Lower Hutt with two cyclists riding on the grassy path.

Explore the Hutt Valley

Wellington’s big backyard is packed full of outdoor adventures and unmissable experiences.

A birdseye view of three cyclists riding along Te Onepoto Loop Track in Whitireia Park along the coast in Porirua, New Zealand.

Get amongst it in Porirua

With two harbours, extensive trails, and a beating cultural heart, Porirua is worth exploring.

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