Wellington New Zealand

Situated on the edge of a spectacular harbour, encircled by green, towering hills, Wellington is a stunning and compact city. Vibrant, exciting and cultured, New Zealand's capital combines the stimulation and sophistication of a big city with the charm of a village. With over 50 museums and galleries, three professional theatres and headquarters for the Royal New Zealand Ballet and New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, Wellington can truly lay claim to the title Arts and Cultural Capital. The greater Wellington region spreads from the bottom of the North Island up the west coast. Wellington is also named the windy city, so avoid the umbrella and wear a hat on a wet day!
Travel guides for Wellington: Viator.com, wellingtonnz.com

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Rangatira Golf Club	17.7 KM Bulls
Play golf at this unique 18 hole course situated in the heart of the Rangitikei. What gives Rangatira that uniqueness Add to Itinerary

Staglands Wildlife Reserve	12.6 KM Paraparaumu
Less than an hour from Wellington, nestled in the beautiful Akatarawa Valley, Staglands offers you a special look at NZ's natural heritage. Wander through the 10h of carefully created walkways, enjoying the many different native & introduced birds, animals & trout in beautiful, natural surroundings. Take time to touch & hand feed NZ's wildlife as you journey through this magnific Add to Itinerary

Adrenalin Forest - New Zealand	18 KM Upper Hutt
Adrenalin Forest is best described as a multi level aerial obstacle course. Participants negotiate a series of rope bridges and flying foxes constructed in the tree canopy. The park features an aerial obstacle course up to 30 meters off the ground, 6 pathways of progressive difficulty. Add to Itinerary

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferry

1.6 KM Wellington

Experience a taste of warm 'kiwi' hospitality when you cruise Cook Strait with the proudly New Zealand owned Bluebridge service. With stunning scenery, friendly service, free big screen movies and a choice of up to four return sailings a day between Wellington in the North Island and Picton in the South Island – there's no better way for you and your vehicle to cross Cook Strait.

Old St Paul's	1.9 KM Wellington
Beautiful Old St Paul's is like a book. Its stories are told not in words but in wood, metal and glass. Constructed entirely from native timbers, the glowing interior is enhanced by stunning stained glass windows. Social history comes to life in this former cathedral church. We offer comprehensive guided tours to the public and to tour groups. Entry by donation. Tours $5. Add to Itinerary

Museum of Wellington City & Sea	0.9 KM Wellington
Within the walls of this historic 1892 waterfront warehouse is a world class museum that celebrates Wellington's intriguing history. Highlights include a film depicting a century of life in Wellington told through the eyes of Wellingtonians, a show depicting Maori creation legends, and the Wahine Disaster Gallery. Add to Itinerary

Zealandia Native Wildlife Sanctuary	2.5 KM Wellington
Zealandia provides a unique experience to see native and endangered New Zealand wildlife in a protected and natural habitat. The goal of the Zealandia sanctuary is to create a predator free zone for native wildlife to flourish in a pre-human like environment. See exquisite birdlife, reptiles and kiwis in natural surroundings and take part in family fun exhibitions and activities. Add to Itinerary

The birthplace of Katherine Mansfield	2.5 KM Wellington
Let's go to 25 Tinakori Road, in the historical area of Thorndon and visit the birthplace of Kathryn Mansfield (born in 1888). She is the most famous New Zealand woman author. Add to Itinerary

Te Papa	0.8 KM Wellington
Experience the whole country in one building at New Zealand's bold and innovative national museum Since opening, Te Papa has attracted worldwide acclaim as well as record visitor numbers. Set in a breathtaking location on Wellington's beautiful waterfront, Te Papa has quickly become a 'must see' on any visitor's itinerary. Add to Itinerary

Botanical Gardens	1.2 KM Wellington
Visit the botanical garden of Wellington, take a look at the city from the top and enjoy the ride in the red cable car. Add to Itinerary

Weta Workshop - School Holiday Workshops	4.4 KM Wellington
Weta Workshop is opening its doors in April to a new cohort of creative kids! Led by Weta Workshop crew, our popular school holiday workshops give kids a chance to make movie magic. Perfect for budding filmmakers, creative geniuses, and kids who ... Start Date: 19 Apr 2018 End Date: 20 Apr 2018 Venue: Weta Workshop, Wellington Distance: 4.4 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

Oysters & Champagne	0.6 KM Wellington
Indulge in life's little pleasures with a dozen Bluff Oyster and flute of G.H Mumm Champagne during our oyster festival. Please note Oysters are subject to availability. Start Date: 18 Apr 2018 End Date: 20 Apr 2018 Venue: St Johns Bar & Restaurant, Wellington Distance: 0.6 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

Twelve Foot Ninja	0.2 KM Wellington
Twelve Foot Ninja is finally coming to New Zealand! Arguably Australia’s most exciting heavy music export, these genre-shape shifters have decided to extend their globally successful Monsoon Tour to include shows in Wellington (April 20th) and ... Start Date: 20 Apr 2018 End Date: 21 Apr 2018 Venue: San Fran, Wellington Distance: 0.2 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

The Big Dog Walk With Lots of Dogs	1 KM Wellington
Let's get a massive group of people and dogs together and all go for a walk at the same time. Surrounded by dogs. (It really is the most enjoyable walk of all time.) You don't have to own a dog to come on this walk. We don't even own a dog. ... Start Date: 21 Apr 2018 End Date: 21 Apr 2018 Venue: Waitangi Park, Wellington Distance: 1 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

Jonathan Crayford Solo Piano	0.2 KM Wellington
Jonathan Crayford will perform four solo piano concerts at Suite: Thursday 19 April, 8pm (bar open from 7pm). Friday 20 April, 8pm (bar open from 7pm). Saturday 21 April, 2pm (bar open from 1.30pm). Saturday 21 April, 8pm (bar open from 7pm). ... Start Date: 19 Apr 2018 End Date: 21 Apr 2018 Venue: Suite Gallery, Wellington Distance: 0.2 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

Scooby-Doo Live! Musical Mysteries	0.8 KM Wellington
The much-loved Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. gang take centre stage in an all-new family musical, Scooby-Doo Live! Musical Mysteries, presented by Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) and TEG Life Like Touring. Featuring everyone’s ... Start Date: 21 Apr 2018 End Date: 24 Apr 2018 Venue: Soundings Theatre, Te Papa, Wellington Distance: 0.8 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

The Medicine Stand-up Comedy	0.7 KM Wellington
Wellington's award-winning weekly Wednesday night stand-up comedy show, bringing you a line-up of the funniest comedians: every Wednesday at 7 pm! The Medicine stand-up comedy show features local Wellington acts who are regulars on the ... Start Date: 28 Mar 2018 End Date: 25 Apr 2018 Venue: The Fringe Bar, Wellington Distance: 0.7 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

Muppets, Music & Magic Film Fortnight	0.9 KM Wellington
The Jim Henson Retrospectacle on the giant screen. Wellington hosts The Jim Henson Retrospectacle to celebrate the magic and wonder of Jim Henson’s legacy with a world-first showcase of events. The Jim Henson Retrospectacle sees Henson’s ... Start Date: 14 Apr 2018 End Date: 29 Apr 2018 Venue: Embassy Theatre, Wellington Distance: 0.9 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

Play by Play 2018 - NZ's International Games Festival	0.9 KM Wellington
Kia ora, fellow adventurer! Play by Play is an annual, week-long interactive festival that aims to promote and encourage play for all, as well as showcase grassroots game development talent from New Zealand. Taking place in the beating cultural ... Start Date: 16 Apr 2018 End Date: 21 Apr 2018 Venue: Wellington Museum, Wellington Distance: 0.9 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

Your Heart Looks Like A Vagina	0.9 KM Wellington
A one man show about the joys of chronic illness. Your Heart Looks Like A Vagina is a one man show by Dominic "Tourettes" Hoey. The show combines poetry, comedy and theatre, to tell Dominic's real life journey from developing Ankylosing ... Start Date: 17 Apr 2018 End Date: 21 Apr 2018 Venue: BATS Theatre, Wellington Distance: 0.9 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

Spring Awakening	0.9 KM Wellington
An electrifying and hauntingly unforgettable alt-rock rollercoaster of youth and sexual discovery. Adapted from the ground-breaking German classic by Frank Wedekind, this Tony Award-winning, contemporary and electrifying alt-rock musical ... Start Date: 10 Apr 2018 End Date: 21 Apr 2018 Venue: BATS Theatre, Wellington Distance: 0.9 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

The Killers	0.9 KM Wellington
Frontier Touring, Radio Hauraki and Triple M are thrilled to announce the return of The Killers to New Zealand in April 2018. The widely-acclaimed rock band will play seven arena shows on their biggest Australasian tour to date, touring in ... Start Date: 21 Apr 2018 End Date: 21 Apr 2018 Venue: TSB Bank Arena, Wellington Distance: 0.9 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

Wellington Night Noodle Markets	0.8 KM Wellington
Great news for Asian food-lovers, festival-goers, families, and anyone who wants to drink, dine and soak up the hawker-style atmosphere — the Night Noodles Markets event is returning to Wellington in April! Enjoy the live entertainment and ... Start Date: 18 Apr 2018 End Date: 22 Apr 2018 Venue: Frank Kitts Park, Wellington Distance: 0.8 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

Digital Days	0.9 KM Wellington
Back by popular demand it’s the Digital Days! In a mashup of OnTV and MediaLab activities there’s lots of opportunity for creative expression. In the OnTV green-screen studio you’ll work together to film a funny TV show before heading over ... Start Date: 17 Apr 2018 End Date: 24 Apr 2018 Venue: Capital E, Wellington Distance: 0.9 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

Odd One Out	0.9 KM Wellington
By Jo Randerson and Thomas LaHood. Three curious characters live a busy life in a world where everything has a purpose and place… until one day, an Odd character arrives and things start to change. Suddenly their world is full of things that ... Start Date: 16 Apr 2018 End Date: 27 Apr 2018 Venue: Hannah Playhouse, Wellington Distance: 0.9 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

School Holiday Activities: Imagination Playground	14.2 KM Wellington
Have mischief makers in the house this school holidays? Come to ours and they can let their creativity run wild with the Imagination Playground. Start Date: 16 Apr 2018 End Date: 28 Apr 2018 Venue: The Dowse Art Museum, Lower Hutt, Wellington Region Distance: 14.2 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

Raw Meat Comedy	0.7 KM Wellington
The capital's longest running open mic comedy night. Comedy gold and comedy coal, each night is a guaranteed gamble. If you’re trying comedy for the first time, Raw Meat is the best place to start. Interested in performing? Email the Humorous ... Start Date: 02 Apr 2018 End Date: 30 Apr 2018 Venue: The Fringe Bar, Wellington Distance: 0.7 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

Open Mic Night	1 KM Wellington
Join us every Monday in a chilled out environment to share your original music or covers, great for beginners or experienced musicians. If it's a decent night we will be up on the rooftop!* We would also welcome other acts such as poetry, comedy ... Start Date: 08 Jan 2018 End Date: 30 Apr 2018 Venue: The Hop Garden, Wellington Distance: 1 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

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Moscow Ballet La Classique - The Nutcracker	0.4 KM Wellington
Following 2017 sell-out performances of Swan Lake, Moscow Ballet La Classique returns to New Zealand to present the jewel of classical ballet, Tchaikovsky’s spectacular masterpiece The Nutcracker. La Classique was founded in 1990 by its current ... Start Date: 04 May 2018 End Date: 04 May 2018 Venue: The Opera House, Wellington Distance: 0.4 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

Heath Franklin's Chopper - Bogan Jesus	0.4 KM Wellington
Australia's most wanted comedian is back and he's bigger than Jesus! Star of 7 Days, and Chopper's Republic of Anzakistan, Heath Franklin's Chopper brings his new show Bogan Jesus to New Zealand in May 2018. The world has had religion ever since ... Start Date: 05 May 2018 End Date: 05 May 2018 Venue: The Opera House, Wellington Distance: 0.4 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

Seven Deadly Stunts	0.7 KM Wellington
David Ladderman and Lizzie Tollemache. Directed: Mike Friend Company: Rollicking Entertainment Thrills, chills and delights. Circa Two 17 April – 5 May Tues – Sat 7:30pm. Sun 4:30pm $25 – $39 From the creators of 2017 hit Mr and ... Start Date: 17 Apr 2018 End Date: 05 May 2018 Venue: Circa Theatre, Wellington Distance: 0.7 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

The Lie	0.7 KM Wellington
By: Florian Zeller Directed by: Ross Jolly Translator: Christopher Hampton Circa One $30 specials - 6 & 8 April. Runtime: 2 hours including 15 min interval Proudly sponsored by: Christopher Finlayson A sharp comedy of lies and ... Start Date: 06 Apr 2018 End Date: 05 May 2018 Venue: Circa Theatre, Wellington Distance: 0.7 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

Imagine Dragons	0.9 KM Wellington
They last stormed Australia and New Zealand two years ago in support of their chart-topping second album, Smoke + Mirrors. In 2017 they smashed radio worldwide with huge singles ‘Thunder’, ‘Believer’ and ‘Whatever It Takes’. Las Vegas ... Start Date: 23 May 2018 End Date: 23 May 2018 Venue: TSB Bank Arena, Wellington Distance: 0.9 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

LUX Light Festival	0.7 KM Wellington
The dark nights of winter will bring this year's brightest experiences when LUX Light Festival transforms Wellington's Waterfront into a fantastical array of stunning light art this May. Presenting a whole new programme of installations and ... Start Date: 18 May 2018 End Date: 27 May 2018 Venue: Wellington Waterfront, Wellington Distance: 0.7 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

Arthur Street Loft Orchestra	0.5 KM Wellington
Jazz Aotearoa and The Third Eye present.. The Arthur Street Loft Orchestra: A creative residency for large ensembles featuring new music by Wellington composers. Jasmine Lovell Smith and Jake Baxendale April 9th & May 7th Cinematic ... Start Date: 09 Apr 2018 End Date: 28 May 2018 Venue: The Third Eye, Wellington Distance: 0.5 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

Flea Market - Car Boot Sale	3 KM Wellington
$15 a stall. Enquiries: Phone - 0210707774 Email - wellingtonflea [email protected] Start Date: 04 Feb 2018 End Date: 04 June 2018 Venue: South Wellington Intermediate School, Wellington Distance: 3 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

The Pop Up Market	14.3 KM Wellington
We are back for another year! Held monthly in the Atrium of New World in Tawa this contemporary market has something for everyone. The Pop Up Market showcases a variety of stallholders selling beautiful handmade crafts and quality sourced ... Start Date: 10 Feb 2018 End Date: 30 June 2018 Venue: New World - Tawa, Wellington Distance: 14.3 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary

Imagi-Nation	0.9 KM Wellington
Step in the odd wonderland of Imagi-Nation and prepare to be wowed! This obscure, topsy-turvey world is a place of tactile and sensory discovery. Explore the landscape of Imagi-Nation, both big and small, peek into mini-worlds of wonder, or listen ... Start Date: 16 Apr 2018 End Date: 05 July 2018 Venue: Capital E, Wellington Distance: 0.9 KM from Wellington Add to Itinerary