Guidebook for Wellington
Sightseeing
A significant area of native forest. The view from the summit extends from the Kaikoura Range (South Island) to Mount Taranaki (northwest), Porirua Harbour (east) and Mana & Kāpiti Island (seaward).
8 locals recommend
Porirua Scenic Reserve
A significant area of native forest. The view from the summit extends from the Kaikoura Range (South Island) to Mount Taranaki (northwest), Porirua Harbour (east) and Mana & Kāpiti Island (seaward).
Rising 196m above the city, the Mount Victoria Lookout is a Wellington must-do. Head to the lookout and be rewarded with stunning panoramic views of Wellington city and harbour, and beyond.
178 locals recommend
Mount Victoria Lookout
Lookout RoadRising 196m above the city, the Mount Victoria Lookout is a Wellington must-do. Head to the lookout and be rewarded with stunning panoramic views of Wellington city and harbour, and beyond.
Food Scene
Situated in colourful and cosy historic cottages, Havana is an award winning cocktail bar & restaurant serving a diverse range of Spanish inspired tapas and seasonal plates.
81 locals recommend
Havana Bar
34 Wigan StSituated in colourful and cosy historic cottages, Havana is an award winning cocktail bar & restaurant serving a diverse range of Spanish inspired tapas and seasonal plates.
Represents a modern fusion of New Zealand and European flavour specialising in gourmet gelato and boutique coffee.
18 locals recommend
Kaffee Eis
236 Oriental ParadeRepresents a modern fusion of New Zealand and European flavour specialising in gourmet gelato and boutique coffee.
Wellington local and frequent stop for misfits, musicians, lovers of fine food and liquor. Menu is fresh and unpretentious, showcasing the best of our country’s seasonal and artisan produce.
30 locals recommend
Matterhorn
106 Cuba StWellington local and frequent stop for misfits, musicians, lovers of fine food and liquor. Menu is fresh and unpretentious, showcasing the best of our country’s seasonal and artisan produce.
Essentials
New World Tawa
35 Oxford StLocal Supermarket
Everything Else
Carve Barbershop offers professional grooming services from haircuts, hot towel shaves, wash n cut the list goes on. Complimentary beer, bottled water or soft drink with any haircut service.
208/116 Left Bank
Left BankCarve Barbershop offers professional grooming services from haircuts, hot towel shaves, wash n cut the list goes on. Complimentary beer, bottled water or soft drink with any haircut service.
Drinks & Nightlife
The Library
53 Courtenay Pl Reading Room / Lounge Bar / Live Music / Sweets & Treats
Arts & Culture
Te Papa is New Zealand's bold and innovative national museum and a recognised world leader in interactive and visitor-focused museum experiences. Discover the treasures and stories of New Zealand at Te Papa.
222 locals recommend
Cable Street near Te Papa Museum
Te Papa is New Zealand's bold and innovative national museum and a recognised world leader in interactive and visitor-focused museum experiences. Discover the treasures and stories of New Zealand at Te Papa.
PATAKA Art + Museum showcases the best in contemporary Maori and Pacific Arts, New Zealand, Asian and international arts & culture.
28 locals recommend
Pataka Art + Museum
17 Parumoana StPATAKA Art + Museum showcases the best in contemporary Maori and Pacific Arts, New Zealand, Asian and international arts & culture.
Getting Around
Wellington Railway Station is the main railway station serving Wellington and is the southern terminus of the North Island Main Trunk, Wairarapa Line, and Johnsonville Line.
58 locals recommend
Wellington Railway Station
Bunny StreetWellington Railway Station is the main railway station serving Wellington and is the southern terminus of the North Island Main Trunk, Wairarapa Line, and Johnsonville Line.