Wellington
Nestled between green hills and a sparkling harbour, Wellington is New Zealand’s vibrant capital city. Compact and easy to explore, it’s bursting with culture, history, nature, and award-winning cuisine.
Wellington is where the trail comes together on a plate. A number of the city’s restaurants have been recognised in the MICHELIN Guide, celebrating everything from fine dining to quality casual food at affordable prices. Whatever your taste, Wellington has you covered.
Known for
Craft beer, coffee, and award-winning cuisine.
New Zealand’s tastiest city
Wellington punches well above its weight when it comes to quality cafés, award-winning restaurants, and bars at every corner.
Take your pick from multi-course degustations to family-style mezze, classic pub fare, or a huge selection of traditional Malaysian cuisine. Choose to make your own way around or join a food tour for insight on the capital's best culinary spots.
In between courses, sip on locally brewed coffee, craft beer, or the perfect wine pairing. Knowledgeable wine experts can assist you in finding the right match for your chosen dish.
Explore Wellington
You’ll never run out of things to do in Wellington. In the city, you can explore New Zealand’s Parliament, wander through the world’s first fully fenced ecosanctuary at Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne, ride the iconic Wellington Cable Car, or step behind the scenes of blockbuster films at Wētā Workshop Experiences.
No visit to the capital is complete without the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa. With six floors of interactive exhibitions, it’s the perfect place to discover the country’s identity, history, and culture. Start with a guided tour, then take time to explore at your own pace.
Must-see events
Wellington’s vibrant events scene is packed with world-class gigs, captivating performances, and adrenaline-fuelled games.
People come from across the country for headline events like the World of WearableArt Show, Visa Wellington On a Plate, Wellington Jazz Festival, and the NZ International Comedy Festival. And no matter the season, you can enjoy a year-round lineup of theatre, music, comedy, and dance lighting up Wellington’s performance venues.
