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.
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. Entry by donation.
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.
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.
Only a short 15 minute drive or train ride from Wellington, the Hutt Valley is home to adventurous activities, a rich culture and heritage, and beautiful scenery. From the Hutt River to the bush-clad hills, explore some of the Wellington's best walking and mountain bike trails.
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.
Less than an hour from Wellington, nestled in the beautiful Akatarawa Valley, Staglands offers you a special look at NZ's natural heritage. Take time to touch & hand feed NZ's wildlife as you journey through this magnific.
Queen Charlotte Wilderness Park is a boat only reachable peninsula in the Outer Queen Charlotte Sound. There a visitor can experience the joy of living in harmony with nature to which the Park is now dedicated as well as enjoy the many activities that we have available.
The iconic Gardens Magic Concert Series is back in 2025 and will fill our summer nights with the sounds of our capital’s vivacious talent, set in the Botanic Gardens ki Paekaka Soundshell. The free concerts start with a warm-up solo act ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Wellington Botanic Garden - WellingtonDistance: 1.2 KM from Wellington
As the sun sets, watch Wellington Botanic Garden ki Paekaka transform with a magical light display by MJF Lighting until 10.30pm each evening. Self-explore the lights after enjoying the evening's Gardens Magic concert and admire sculptural lighting ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Wellington Botanic Garden - WellingtonDistance: 1.2 KM from Wellington
Programme: Saariaho: “Ballade” (2005) Ligeti: Piano Etude “Fanfares” Liszt: Petrarch Sonnet 47 from Years of Pilgrimage: Italy, S.161 “Benedetto sia 'I giorno” Shchedrin: Piano Piece Op.20 no.4 “Humouresque” W. A. Mozart: ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: St Andrews on the Terrace - WellingtonDistance: 1.4 KM from Wellington
A fabulous way to start the year as our fiddler, accordionist and singers romp through the best of Irish and Scottish ballads, jigs, jokes and patriotic songs! Featuring:?? Susan Boland ?Bonavenutre Allan-Moetaua ?Karl Perigo Marian ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Hutt City Church - Lower Hutt, Wellington RegionDistance: 13.6 KM from Wellington