Guidebook for Wellington
Parks & Nature
A gentle stroll from the house. One of Wellington's oldest reserves. Great native plants & bird life
52 locals recommend
Otari-Wilton's Bush
150 Wilton RdA gentle stroll from the house. One of Wellington's oldest reserves. Great native plants & bird life
Supporting the rejuvenation of NZ's native birds & fauna.
There's also a great cafe & gift shop. Proceeds go back to supporting the work they do.
255 locals recommend
ZEALANDIA Ecosanctuary
53 Waiapu RoadSupporting the rejuvenation of NZ's native birds & fauna.
There's also a great cafe & gift shop. Proceeds go back to supporting the work they do.
Arts & Culture
Cable Street near Te Papa Museum
IT'S GREAT
City Gallery Wellington
Well curated, usually with several exhibitions at once.
Essentials
All New Worlds are locally owned & operated. Great helpful staff down there too.
Remember to buy some Tom & Luke products at the checkout!
51 locals recommend
New World Thorndon
150 Molesworth StAll New Worlds are locally owned & operated. Great helpful staff down there too.
Remember to buy some Tom & Luke products at the checkout!
Entertainment & Activities
Fantastic screen and beautiful theatre owned by Wellington City Council but was restored by Peter Jackson for LOR
79 locals recommend
BATS Theatre
1 Kent TerraceFantastic screen and beautiful theatre owned by Wellington City Council but was restored by Peter Jackson for LOR
Food Scene
Best coffee, great fun atmosphere, food very good for the price, view fantastic back across harbour to Wellington.
32 locals recommend
Seashore Cabaret
160 The EsplanadeBest coffee, great fun atmosphere, food very good for the price, view fantastic back across harbour to Wellington.