Wellington Travel Guide, Hotels & Things to Do

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Hotels in Wellington

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Tinakori Village Retreat

2/273 Tinakori Road | Wellington, 6011, NZ

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Te Aro City Stay - Modern Studio for Two

Chaffers Street 8 | Wellington, 6011, NZ

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Casa Felina Apartment

140 Derwent Street | Wellington, 6023, NZ

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Cityview Studio - Heart of Te Aro - Sleeps 2

Chaffers Street 8 | Wellington, 6011, NZ

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Wharekauhau Country Estate

4132 Wharekauhau Road Rd3 Featherston Wairarapa | Wellington, 5773, NZ

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Matai Huka Boutique Accommodation

264 Valley Road Paraparaumu Paraparaumu | Wellington, 5032, NZ

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Apartment 45 on Hadfield

45 Hadfield Road Peka Peka Waikanae | Wellington, 5391, NZ

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Handy Hideaway - on Main in Tawa

40a Main Road Tawa | Wellington, 5028, NZ

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At a glance

Climate

Temperate

Languages

English and Māori

Local currency

NZD (NZD)

Local time

11:58 (GMT+13)

Ideal trip length

3–7 days

Cost level

4 of 5 · our research

Suggested area to stay

Te Aro

Tap water

Generally described as safe to drink

Tipping

Not expected, appreciated for excellent service.

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 85 · Very good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Lamb Pavlova Hokey Pokey Ice Cream Flat White

When to visit Wellington

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: January Busiest: Dec-Feb

Jan

90

Warm, sunny, busy
Feb

88

Warm, pleasant
Mar

80

Mild, calm
Apr

75

Cool, crisp
May

65

Chilly, wet
Jun

60

Cold, windy
Jul

58

Cold, rainy
Aug

62

Cool, blustery
Sept

70

Mild, windy
Oct

78

Pleasant, breezy
Nov

82

Warm, bright
Dec

85

Warm, festive

90

Jan Warm, sunny, busy

88

Feb Warm, pleasant

80

Mar Mild, calm

75

Apr Cool, crisp

65

May Chilly, wet

60

Jun Cold, windy

58

Jul Cold, rainy

62

Aug Cool, blustery

70

Sept Mild, windy

78

Oct Pleasant, breezy

82

Nov Warm, bright

85

Dec Warm, festive

Things to do in Wellington

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

2 places

Visit The Beehive Parliament Building

Thorndon 1.5 hrs

Explore New Zealand's unique parliamentary architecture and history.

Indoors

Visit Zealandia Ecosanctuary

Karori 3 hrs

Encounter rare native wildlife in a protected urban eco-sanctuary.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

2 places

Take a Weta Workshop Tour

Miramar 2 hrs

Go behind the scenes of famous movie props and special effects.

Indoors Good for children

Hike to Mount Victoria Lookout

Mount Victoria 1.5 hrs

Enjoy panoramic views of Wellington city and its stunning harbor.

Outdoors Good for children

Any time of day

3 places

Explore Te Papa Museum

Waterfront 3 hrs

Discover New Zealand's national museum with interactive exhibits.

Indoors Good for children

Wander Cuba Street

Te Aro 2 hrs

Experience the bohemian heart of Wellington with its cafes, shops, and street art.

Outdoors Good for children

Ride the Wellington Cable Car

Lambton Quay 1 hr

Take a scenic ride up to the Botanic Garden and enjoy city views.

Indoors Good for children

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Food and drink

2 Days in Wellington — Food & Wine

A gourmet journey through New Zealand's vibrant culinary capital.

This 2-day itinerary invites foodies and wine enthusiasts to discover Wellington's thriving gastronomic scene. From award-winning restaurants and craft breweries to charming cafes and scenic waterfront dining, you'll experience the diverse flavors that make the 'Coolest Little Capital' a culinary hotspot. Perfect for those seeking an indulgent city break.

2 Days 10 Stops

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