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Wellington serves as the capital and food capital of New Zealand. From brunch to after-dinner cocktails, you'll never run out of dining options here! Find your flavor in Wellington: visit Martinborough's sprawling vineyards and get a taste of New Zealand's best or why not feast on the city's expansive selection of seafood fresh from the harbor?

On top of gastronomic adventures, Wellington is the famous filming site for the iconic Lord of the Rings trilogy! Journey to Weta Workshop and walk through the fantastical set as a mythical being of your choice. If communing with nature is what you're after, then the 225-hectare urban ecosanctuary called Zealandia is a must-visit haven for you!

Best time to visit

FEB
Waitangi Day
JUN
Wellington Jazz Festival

Recommended trip duration

3 days
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The best of Wellington

Klook Pass New Zealand
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Klook Pass New Zealand

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Ferry Ticket between Wellington and Picton by Bluebridge
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Ferry Ticket between Wellington and Picton by Bluebridge

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£ 32.79
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Northern Explorer Train Ticket between Auckland and Wellington
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Northern Explorer Train Ticket between Auckland and Wellington

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From £ 46.39
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Wellington car hire | Choose from multiple car models
Car hire • Wellington

Wellington car hire | Choose from multiple car models

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From £ 18
Weta Workshop Tours
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Weta Workshop Tours

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Te Papa Museum Admission in Wellington
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Te Papa Museum Admission in Wellington

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Microtel by Wyndham Wellington
Hotels • Wellington

Microtel by Wyndham Wellington

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Martinborough Half Day Winery Tour
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Martinborough Half Day Winery Tour

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£ 79.65
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Wellington Electric Bike Half Day Tour
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Wellington Electric Bike Half Day Tour

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£ 69.80
Rydges Wellington Airport
Hotels • Wellington

Rydges Wellington Airport

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Lord Of The Rings with Lunch Full Day tour
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Lord Of The Rings with Lunch Full Day tour

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£ 152.25
18 Day Ruru Select Tour from Auckland to Christchurch
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18 Day Ruru Select Tour from Auckland to Christchurch

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The Ultimate Auckland to Wellington Road Trip Itinerary

The top 6 spots you cannot miss on your Auckland to Wellington road trip - Rotorua, Taupo, Hawke’s Bay and more!
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10 Wellington Attractions You Can't Miss on Your First Visit

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Top 15 Fun Things to Do in Wellington below $100

Find out why the city is the world’s “coolest little capital” by Lonely Planet with these fun things to do in Wellington - all below $100! Scenic cable car rides, mountain walks, discovering movie magic and more!
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If you caught the travel bug but you don't know where to go, here's a list of countries open for travel now to help you determine where your next adventure will take place!
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10 of the Coolest Wine and Dine Experiences in New Zealand

From classic Kiwi feeds like fish and chips to cocktails in an ice bar—here are 10 quintessential Kiwi wine and dine experiences you can’t miss!
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8 Lord of the Rings Filming Locations Every Fan Should Visit

You’ve binge-watched the movies. You’ve read all the books. Now, it’s time to visit the most epic Lord of the Rings filming locations in New Zealand - Matamata, Glenorchy, Chetwood Forest and more.
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What to know before visiting Wellington

Local weather

℉ ℃
  • DEC - FEB
    21° 13°

  • MAR - MAY
    20° 10°

  • JUN - AUG
    13° 7°

  • SEP - NOV
    17° 9°

General info

  • Time zone

    GMT +12:00

    12 hours ahead

  • Currency

    New Zealand Dollar

    1GBP = 2.13NZD

  • Official languages

    English/Maori

  • Best time to visit

    FEB

    Waitangi Day

    JUN

    Wellington Jazz Festival

  • Recommended trip duration

    3 days

  • Flight time

    3.5 hours

    When departing from Sydney

  • Activities available on Klook

    57

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