Wellington Attractions
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Museum of New Zealand - Te Papa Tongarewa
New Zealand’s premier museum is Te Papa Tongarewa. Known as Te Papa (‘our place’), the museum takes an inspiring and interactive excursion through New Zealand’s history, art and culture. The ... Read more
Wellington Cable Car
Taking a ride on Wellington’s little red cable car is an essential experience. The cable car has been operating since 1902, providing panoramic views over Wellington on its 5-minute chug up the ... Read more
Mount Victoria Lookout
One of the best places to get your bearings in the city of Wellington is from the Mount Victoria Lookout. The panoramic views stretch from the harbor islands all the way to planes taking off and ... Read more
New Zealand's Parliament (Beehive)
New Zealand’s architectural symbol is the beehive-shaped Parliament House in Wellington. Hosting the executive wing of parliament, ‘the Beehive’ was built between 1969 and 1981, and features ... Read more
Old St Paul's Cathedral
Wellington’s first Anglican cathedral, the classic Gothic Revival Old St. Paul Cathedral’s is a picture-book wooden church built in 1845. The building was designed by the parish vicar, the ... Read more
Wellington Botanic Garden
Exotic and native plants flaunt their colors at Wellington’s botanic garden, a 25-hectare (61-acre) stretch of landscaped parklands. The garden was established in 1868, featuring conifers from ... Read more
Wellington Cruise Port
Surrounded by mountains and bursting with cultural attractions, New Zealand’s capital and third largest city offers signature New Zealand scenery with all the perks of a big city in one compact and ... Read more
Wellington Cruise Port
The capital of New Zealand, but only its third largest city, Wellington is the geographic and cultural center of the country. Located on the southern tip of the North Island and sitting on a ... Read more
City Gallery Wellington
Permanent and touring exhibitions of contemporary art are displayed at the City Gallery Wellington. Works by New Zealand artists are highlighted, along with a lively program of contemporary ... Read more
Museum of Wellington
The Museum of Wellington City & Sea explores the maritime connection that ties Wellington so closely to the sea. Mixing historical displays with cutting-edge technology, the museum brings ... Read more
