Wellington, New Zealand City Guide

Wellington is a beautiful harbor city set between a magnificent harbor and rolling green hills. Readers of Conde Nast Traveler magazine voted Wellington the 18th Best City in the world in 2004, and it has swiftly become New Zealand's entertainment and cultural capital as well as the fastest-growing weekend destination in the country.

 

Wellington Attractions



Wellington Botanic Garden
The Garden features protected native forest, conifers, specialized plant collections, floral displays, & views over Wellington.


Karori Wildlife Sanctuary
Karori Wildlife Sanctuary is a safe haven for endangered native birds and other wildlife, located minutes from downtown Wellington.


Wellington Cable Car
Wellington\'s cable car gives access from city up the hill to harbour views, botanical gardens, observatory, cable car museum, restaurant and downhill walks via historic Thorndon back to city and waterfront.


Parliament Buildings
The Parliament Buildings are on Molesworth Street in the city center and include the distinctive beehive-shaped building that is the administrative headquarters.


 

Wellington City Guide



City Guide
Wellington is a picture perfect city, set between a magnificent harbour and rolling green hills.


 

Wellington Museums



Museum of New Zealand
Te Papa is New Zealand\'s national museum, offering visitors a unique & authentic experience of the country\'s treasures & stories.


Museum of Wellington City & Sea
Step inside Wellington\'s museum, a restored heritage icon and journey through the Capital\'s past, present and future


 

Wellington Restaurants



Wellington Dining Guide
Wellington has a tantalizing variety of restaurants from fine dining to ethnic cuisine to family style establishments.


 

Wellington Shopping



Wellington Shopping
Wellington has a huge variety of stores including Lambton Quay, Willis Street, Manners Street, Cuba Street & Courtenay Place.



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