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Wellington City Unmissables

Wellington’s compact center combines political history at the Beehive and Parliament House with the natural sanctuary of Zealandia, a fenced ecosanctuary for native species. The iconic red Wellington Cable Car connects the central shopping district to the Botanic Garden, while Cuba Street offers a pedestrianized hub featuring the kinetic Bucket Fountain. For film enthusiasts, the Wētā Cave showcases props and design work from major Hollywood productions. Coastal views are accessible via the promenade at Oriental Bay or the elevated lookouts atop Mount Victoria.

Wellington City Unmissables — Map

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Wellington Cable Car

The Wellington Cable Car is a funicular railway in Wellington, New Zealand, between Lambton Quay, the main shopping street, and Kelburn, a…

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Mt Victoria - Wellington Town Belt

A historic public recreation area established in 1841, featuring walking and mountain biking trails through pine forests and native bush that encircle the inner city.

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Zealandia

See the original historical fauna of New Zealand from close. Spend a thrilling afternoon in this sanctuary for animals.

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Cuba Street

Cuba Street is a prominent city street in Wellington, New Zealand. Among the best known and most popular streets in the city, the Cuba…

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Mount Victoria Lookout

Situated 196 meters above sea level, this summit provides 360-degree panoramic views of Wellington City, the harbor, and the Miramar Peninsula.

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Old St Paul's

Old St Paul's is a historic site, a city landmark and a wedding and event venue in the heart of Wellington, the capital city of New Zealand.

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The Beehive

The Beehive is the common name for the Executive Wing of New Zealand Parliament Buildings, located at the corner of Molesworth Street and…

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Parliament House Wellington

The New Zealand Parliament is the unicameral legislature of New Zealand, consisting of the Sovereign and the New Zealand House of…

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Wellington Botanic Garden

The Wellington Botanic Garden in Wellington, New Zealand covers 25 hectares of land on the side of the hill between Thorndon and Kelburn,…

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The Bucket Fountain

The Bucket Fountain is an iconic kinetic sculpture in Wellington, the capital city of New Zealand.

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The Wētā Cave

Place where extraordinary things happen! This workshop creates facilities for Hollywood movies such as Avatar, Lord of the Rings or King…

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Oriental Bay

Oriental Bay is a bay and suburb of Wellington, the capital city of New Zealand.

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