Wellington & Suburb
Wellington is the capital city of New Zealand and home to the seat of parliament. But this vibrant and dynamic city also has many other capital claims including Culture capital, Creative capital and Events capital. Wellington is home to most national theatre, dance and perfomance companies, as well as the national museum, archives and library. As a result there's something on almost every night in Wellington - from pacific inspiration to local and international perfomances.
Typical summer daytime maximum air temperatures range from 19°C to 24°C, and seldom exceed 30°C. Annual sunshine hours average about 2000 hours, more than many of the other major centres.
Winter is normally the most unsettled time of the year. Typical winter daytime maximum air temperatures range from 10°C to 14°C. Frost occurs inland during clear calm conditions in winter. Due to Wellington's exposure to weather systems from the Tasman Sea, it can get windy.
Must See / Visit Places
Cable Car
The Wellington Cable Car is one of Wellington’s oldest & most popular tourist attractions. The cars run from Lambton Quay in the heart of the central business district and within 5 minutes whisk you from under the corporate towers of The Terrace past Kelburn Park and Victoria University to the top entrance of the Wellington Botanic Gardens with its magnificent lookout over the City and harbour.
Government Buildings
New Zealand's largest and grandest wooden building housed the country's entire public service. Come and see the building that looks like an Italian stone palace, but is in fact made entirely from timber.
Kapiti Coast
known as Nature Coast, offers a quintessential New Zealand experience just a 40 minute drive north of Wellington. Sample some of the local cheeses, ice creams, chocolates and other specialist small goods produced in the area. Or take a day trip to the unique Kapiti Island, home to many rare and endangered birds.
Katherine Mansfield Birth Place
The birthplace and childhood home of Katherine Mansfield(1888-1923), New Zealand’s most famous author, was built in 1888. Her best-known short stories are Bliss, The Aloe and The Garden Party. The house has been lovingly restored, with permanent and changing exhibitions, including photographs and excerpts from Mansfield’s work and a biographical video.
Mt Victoria Lookout
The wind whistles around the top of Mt Victoria (196m/643ft), but the trip up here is worth it for the panoramic views of the city, the harbour and the surrounding hills. The road to the lookout is signposted from Oriental Bay and Courtenay Place, or you can take a bus near railway station.
Te Papa
Te Papa takes you inside the New Zealand experience. You can explore New Zealand’s nature, art, history, and cultural heritage at Te Papa.
Wairarapa
It is Wellington’s wine region, is only 90 minutes drive from Wellington. It offers the perfect escape, with a strong focus on gourmet flavours and experiences. Discover the boutique wine-village of Martinborough, or the charming antique and crafts stores of Greytown.
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Weather
- Auckland
- Showers.
- 16°C/ 5°C
- Rotorua
- Fair.
- 13°C/ -5°C
- Christchurch
- Partly Cloudy.
- 13°C/ 2°C
- Queenstown
- Partly Cloudy.
- 11°C/ -1°C
