Fondly nicknamed Windy Welly for its blustery coastal breezes, the New Zealand capital is a hub for lovers of culture and the arts. Highlights include Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, where the country’s Maori culture and history is celebrated; Zealandia Ecosanctuary; and a thriving culinary and craft beer scene.
Wellington is known for its creative arts scene, which contrasts with its more straight-laced governmental and civil service work scene. It’s also popular for its cafes and restaurants. Art galleries, national museums, local and international music concerts, and creative local designers draw crowds in Wellington.
...MoreMany travelers find that 3–5 days is an ideal amount of time in Wellington. Split your time among the galleries, museums, shops, restaurants of the central city, as well as on excursions to outer suburbs along the coast.
...MoreTop attractions in Wellington are New Zealand Parliment Building (the Beehive), the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa (Te Papa), Wellington Cable Car, Wellington Botanic Garden, Weta Cave Workshop, Zealandia Ecosanctuary, City Gallery Wellington, and the Cuba Street mall for shops and restaurants.
...MoreSpend one day in Wellington in the central city area, checking out the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa (Te Papa), City Gallery Wellington, shops and restaurants around the Cuba Street mall area, and—if the weather’s fine—the beaches of central Oriental Bay.
...MoreThere are plenty of indoor attractions to enjoy in Wellington during winter. Wander the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa (Te Papa) for hours. Also check out the City Gallery Wellington, take a tour of the Weta Cave Workshop, or hunker down in one of the city’s top-notch restaurants.
...MoreYes. Wellington is worth visiting. There are many attractions to enjoy, whatever your interests, from museums and galleries to shops and restaurants to outdoor pursuits not far from the city.
...MoreNumber of Attractions | 19 |
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Number of Tours | 101 |
Number of Reviews | 3,150 |
Currency | USD |
