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Wellington

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Specialty Museums · History Museums · Wildlife Areas

Harbour Capital

Wellington, the world's southernmost capital city and New Zealand's second most populous urban area, combines the nation's rugged history and nature with its modern and cosmopolitan present. Attractions in Wellington include a wealth of architectural styles showcased on many of the city's streets, and some of the country's best and most revered museums. As a hub of the nation's arts industry and host of a number of different festivals and events, Wellington remains a modest yet thriving capital. Take a peek at our international travel planner: Wellington and its charms laid bare and easily scheduled.
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Top Wellington tours

Half Day Martinborough Winery Tour from Wellington BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $97
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Guided Wellington Sightseeing Tour by Electric Bike BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $90
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Popular things to do in Wellington

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The Great War Exhibition
4.9
Duration: 2h 30 min
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
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ZEALANDIA Ecosanctuary
4.6
Duration: 3 hours
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New Zealand Parliament
4.4
Duration: 1h 30 min

Side trips from Wellington

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Wellington Botanic Garden
Greater Wellington
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
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Queen Charlotte Track
Picton
4.8
Duration: 8 hours
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Southward Car Museum
Paraparaumu
4.8
Duration: 4 hours
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Marlborough Sounds
Picton
4.9
Duration: 2 hours

Kid-friendly things to do in Wellington

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Wellington Zoo
4.3
Duration: 2 hours
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Wellington Museum
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Oriental Bay
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
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Staglands Wildlife Reserve
4.7
Duration: 3 hours

Hidden gems in Wellington

Pinnacles Track
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Walking tours
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Katherine Mansfield House and Garden
4.4
Duration: 2 hours
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Food Tours
4.8
Duration: 5 hours

Nature in Wellington

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Otari-Wilton's Bush Native Botanic Garden
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
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Matiu / Somes Island
4.7
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Mount Kaukau
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
Red Rocks Reserve
4.7
Duration: 2 hours

Historic Sites in Wellington

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Cape Palliser Lighthouse
4.9
Duration: 2 hours
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Bolton Street Cemetery
4.4
Duration: 2 hours
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Wellington Railway Station
4.2
Duration: 2 hours
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Saint Mary of the Angels
4.7
Duration: 2 hours

Featured attractions

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Zozo Travel Limited
5.0
Duration: 6 hours
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Black Pearl Charters - Private Trips
5.0
Duration: 8 hours
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Escape Mate
4.8
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Mount Victoria
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
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Places to visit with Wellington

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