About
Mentioned as a stop on the New Zealand road trip.
Why go
- The coolest little capital in the world
- Creative, political, artsy
- Capital city known for its creative vibe, coffee culture and windy waterfront
Must try
- Ride the cable car
- Te Papa museum
- Botanic gardens
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Cuba Street
Pro tips
- Walk everywhere, Wellington is compact
- Consider an overnight stop in Napier to break up the drive
- Park the car, walk most of the city
- Catch the ferry across to the South Island
- Stay central - hostels & hotels around Cuba St
Good to know
- Can be a bit breezy from time to time
- Leash your dogs immediately and keep them well away from seals
- Stay a minimum of 20 metres back at all times from the seal
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Rating
4 / 5