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New Zealand has over 15,000 kilometres of coastline, and its capital city, Wellington, occupies most of it. If you’re visiting Wellington and want to make the most of it, then travel to Wellington during summer as you’ll love its scenic beaches and bays. Wellington has many beaches, each beautiful in its way. However, the beaches along the Eastbourne coastline should not be missed as they are full of peaceful stretches, golden sand, street cafes and speciality shops. Whether you want to surf, scuba dive, snorkel, swim or just lay on the sand, the beaches have them all. Read More

Located in Civic Square in Wellington, City Gallery Wellington is a famous art gallery that was opened in 1980. Synonymous with the art culture of the capital city, the gallery showcases contemporary and modern art of New Zealand and from across the world. There is no permanent display of items as the place practices changing mounts and varying exhibitions of the paintings. The gallery collaborates with artists, creators, curators and collectors etc., to collect more and more quality products from exhibiting in the exhibitions. In 2009, after a year of renovation, three more gallery spaces were added, and the area was extended. One of these gallery spaces was purely dedicated to Maori and Pacific Art besides a new auditorium was added. There is also a food cafe called Nikau to cater to your hunger pangs with its delicious finger food and beverages. Read More

Courtenay Place is the perfect place to go out for a few evening drinks with friends or to party all weekend. Located in the district of Te Aro, the area has several pubs, bars and restaurants, which are open until early morning. You could try a wide range of drinks here, especially their famous craft beer! In case you’re not a party person, many cute cafes are also located here. The area also hosts many art festivals, including the New Zealand International Arts Festival. Apart from this, there are also many cinemas, each with a niche. For instance, the first professional theatre in New Zealand, Downstage Theatre, opened in 1964. The Paramount Theatre, which is no longer functional, is located here and was the first theatre in the city. The Embassy Theatre has seen premiers of various movies, the most famous being the Lord of the Rings franchise. So make sure you stroll along the street at least once during your time in Wellington! Read More

Considered to be the Bohemian slice of the city, Cuba Street is a pedestrian-only mall in the section between Dixon Street and Ghuznee Street in Wellington, New Zealand. Sprinkled with world-class restaurants, both fine dining and casual, and dotted with big brand apparel stores, op shops, art galleries, boutiques and music shops etc. The hip street is always bustling with activity where people visit to eat, drink, dance, sing and have fun. You can also find buskers playing the tunes on their instruments or a flash mob happening somewhere in the middle of the day. The uber-cool town is soaking up the relaxed culture; Cuba Street has also been registered as a Historic Area under the Historic Places Act since 1995. Besides, an upside-down bucket fountain is a popular attraction at the spot. Read More

Embassy Theatre is a cinema theatre in Wellington, New Zealand. This historic movie theatre, built in the 1920s, could accommodate nearly 1749 people. This theatre is one of the landmarks that tourists would not like to miss out on for its space, architecture, and representation of the country's rich cultural heritage. EMBASSY THEATRE Source Previously known as De Luxe, the very first cinema showcased in the theatre was the 1923 silent film The Ten Commandments. It was the first theatre in New Zealand to screen such movies. Change in ownership led to a change in the theatre's name from De Luxe to Embassy Theatre. This theatre, over many decades, has hosted some of the country's significant programs, which the citizens cherish and associate themselves with being part of the magnificent journey. Read More

In the middle of Wellington, New Zealand, is the little park named Frank Kitts Park which was one of the first projects of the waterfront development here. It was built on reclaimed land and was officially opened in the 1970s but was completed entirely in the 1980s. It boasts of a long slide with swings, an amphitheatre-style area for family picnics and events and an array of sculptures and artworks for the people here to enjoy. The park has been named after the city's longest-serving mayor, Sir Francis Joseph Kitts and its architecture were heavily influenced by the annual street car race that ran here at that time. It has several attractions and activity spots here, like the longest slide in the area, if not the country, in the form of a lighthouse structure along with climbs and swings. Frank Kitts Park also has several artworks and sculptures on its premises, like the water sculpture 'The Albatross' by Tanya Ashken, 'Fruits of the Garden' sculpture by Paul Dibble, and the 'Water Whirler' by Len Lye and the Sundial by Charles Stone. It is also home to the Wellington Underground Market, which supports the place's local artists and small businesses. Read More

Interislander is a ferry service between the North Island and South island of Cook Strait, New Zealand. The ferry service in Cook Strait was started in August 1962 by New Zealand Railways Department (NZR). Source It takes about 3 hours to complete one tour. The ferry was known as 'one of the most beautiful ferry rides in the world'. You can also spot dolphins during the Cook Strait crossing if you're lucky enough. The Interislander carries around one million passengers and 230,000 vehicles per year on 5,500 sailings. These ferries became a part of 'The Great Journeys of New Zealand' in 2007. Read More

Island Bay is a must-visit area in Wellington, with beautiful beaches and diving schools to visit. It is located just 5 kilometres from the city centre and is very easily accessible using public transport and personal means of commuting. Tapu Te Ranga island is situated just offshore Island Bay, which functions as a natural breakwater and provides a sheltered anchorage for local fishing boats. The place is perfect for spending a day, and you can chill at the Island bay beach with friends or take a few lessons in scuba diving at the Island Bay Divers institute. You can also go swimming in the clear water and explore the marine life offshore. Diving tours also allow you to explore the ruins of HMNZS Wellington, which lies just east of Taputeranga Island. A movie at the Empire cinema, followed by dinner and a night walk at the beach, would be the perfect date night! Don’t miss out on this gem of Wellington while you’re there! Read More

The Matiu-Somes island is the perfect place for a nature lover to spend some time away from the city amid rich flora and fauna. Located off the coast of the city of Wellington, the island is easily accessible by ferry, boat or kayak. If you are sporty, don’t hesitate to hire a kayak from the city and kayak in the beautiful waters around the island. A ferry ride will take around 20 minutes, and about 2 to 3 hours should be more than enough to explore the island. The island boasts a flourishing population of blue penguins, North Island robins, and parakeets. A historical site of significance, human and animal quarantine stations are also present here, and most are standing to this day. You may anchor, swim, snorkel, and dive around the island without disturbing the rocks nearby. Pets are also not allowed on the island. Ensure you carry enough sunblock and enthusiasm for a trip to the island!You could go up the 19th-century lighthouse and capture some beautiful bay views or go around the former military station. Or, you could walk around the island and look at some rare and endangered species housed there. Read More

Mount Kaukau is located at the height of 445 meters above sea level. It is the highest point in the Wellington landscape, and hence, Wellington’s central television transmitter tower, which is 122 meters in height, was built on its summit in 1965. Rimutaka, the city, and Tararua Ranges are visible from this mountain. Source Mount Kaukau has been a great attraction spot for mountain climbers, mountain bikers, and even school field trips. The lookout of this mountain allows you to enjoy the beautiful views of Wellington City and Harbour by sitting on a bench at the top of the hill. Climbing this 4 km mountain trail will take about 1.5 - 3 hours (based on one’s fitness and ability) which starts and ends at Khandallah Park. The mountain was formerly known as ‘Tarikaka’, which means ‘where the pigeons rested’. Unfortunately, the native parrot ‘kaka’, seen throughout the city, started to decline in numbers. But thanks to Zealandia for making the regeneration of ‘kaka’ possible today, which are seen commonly throughout Wellington City. Read More