Plan Your trip

From maps to hand-picked itineraries — here’s everything you need to plan the ultimate visit to Wellington.

Wellington 101

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How to get to Wellington

Located in the middle of New Zealand, it's easy to get to Wellington. By plane, train, car, or boat, here’s how you can cruise into the capital.

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Getting around Wellington

Wellington is a compact city centre with accessible transport options. Navigating the capital is a breeze with public transport and easy walking and biking.

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Wellington maps and guides

Plan your visit to and from Wellington with handy maps and guides. Including a Wellington visitor guide and Classic New Zealand Wine Trail map.

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Wellington isite Visitor Information Centre

The Wellington isite Visitor Information Centre is your first stop for travel advice and bookings for tours, activities, and accommodation.

Get inspired

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24 hours in Wellington

If you’ve only got one day in Wellington and want to get a feel of what the city is like – get ready for a whirlwind tour of tastes, sights, and sounds.

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48 hours in Wellington

Spend a weekend in Wellington — it’s compact and walkable, has a calendar full of events, and is stacked with great bars and restaurants.

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A long weekend in Wellington

Extend your weekend trip and spend three days in Wellington. Here’s an itinerary for 72 hours packed with hospitality, events, nature, and fun.

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24 hours in the Kāpiti Coast

If you only have a day to spend in the Kāpiti Coast then you’ll need to get cracking. The sunny coast has a great selection of things to see, do, and eat.

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12 hours in Porirua

There's plenty of things to do in Porirua, just a short trip from Wellington. Take 12 hours to get your fill of beautiful walks, activities, and great food.

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Top things to see and do in Wairarapa

The top things to do in the Wairarapa region include great food, art, and fun experiences. Take a day trip from Wellington or head out for the weekend.

Wellington by season

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Your guide to spring in Wellington

Spring in Wellington is a bit like the city itself — lively, unpredictable, and full of surprises.

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Your guide to summer in Wellington

Visit an island, scream in a stadium, or indulge in ice cream. Here’s how to enjoy some of Wellington’s best summer days.

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Your guide to autumn in Wellington

The autumn leaves are numerous and so are the gigs, exhibitions, and festivals in Wellington. Head out into the crisp air and enjoy the buzz.

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Your guide to winter in Wellington

Winter in Wellington is packed with events. Discover what to do in Wellington — from sport and film to food fests, theatre, and beer.

Live like a local

Your guide to what’s good in Wellington from the people that know it best.

Streets and suburb guides

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Your guide to Miramar Peninsula

From movie magic and scenic walks to great coffee and seaside views, discover what to do on the Miramar Peninsula beyond Wētā Workshop.

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Your guide to Willis Street

Visit Willis Street to find cafés and restaurants, to shopping, bouldering, and bookstores.

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Your guide to the northern suburbs

Discover Wellington’s northern suburbs, from Ōtari-Wilton’s Bush and Mount Kaukau to local cafés, bakeries, shops and walking trails in Ngaio, Khandallah, Johnsonville and Tawa.

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Your guide to Jessie and College Street

Wellington CBD is packed with great coffee, local eateries and boutique shopping on Jessie Street and College Street. Discover what makes this pocket of the city worth exploring.

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Your guide to Kilbirnie and Lyall Bay

Discover the best things to do in Kilbirnie and Lyall Bay, from beachfront cafés and local shopping to surf culture, scenic walks, craft drinks, and diverse dining just minutes from Wellington city.