Discover Wellington

Labelled the world's ‘coolest little capital’ by Lonely Planet, Wellington is renowned for its vibrant creative culture.

Wellington - New Zealand

The coolest little capital in the world.

Surrounded by nature and fuelled by creative energy, Wellington is a compact city with a powerful mix of culture, history, nature and cuisine. Fuel your visit with strong coffee and world-class craft beer – Wellingtonians are masters of casual dining, with plenty of great restaurants, night markets and food trucks.

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Things to do in Wellington

Relax at Oriental Bay, Wellington’s golden-sand inner-city beach and delve into the many museums, art galleries and theatre shows that make up the city’s pulsing cultural scene. If you’re into the outdoors, Wellington has action-packed adventure activities like mountain biking and sea-water kayaking, as well as beautiful walks around the harbour and surrounding hills. Try the visually stunning Makara Peak track, as well as the City to Sea walk where you can experience the best of Wellington's waterfront. Ride the cable car up the hill to Kelburn for amazing views over the city and enjoy an ice cream at the top.

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Savour capital flavours

Known as New Zealand’s culinary capital, you won’t struggle to find excellent dining in Wellington, from eateries like Pickle & Pie to stalwarts such as Ortega Fish Shack and Logan Brown. Wellington is also renoned for its beer scene – barely a city block goes by without a specialist brew bar.

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Learn about movie-making magic

Take a behind-the-scenes tour at the Academy Award-winning Weta Workshop for a peek into incredible artistry and remarkable Kiwi innovation, as well as a few industry secrets. And of course, a visit to The Lord of the Rings locations with Wellington Rover Tours is a must for Middle‑earth™ fans.

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