55 Cable St, Wellington 6011 New Zealand

Experience the whole of New Zealand in one building! Te Papa is New Zealand's bold, innovative and interactive national museum. Explore the great treasures and stories of this country, its unique natural environment, Maori culture and taonga (treasures), dynamic art heritage, and its fascinating history. Te Papa is located on Wellington's spectacular waterfront. Open 10am to 6pm every day except Christmas Day. General admission is free.

280 Lambton Quay, Wellington 6011 New Zealand

The highlight to any visit to Wellington is a trip on Wellington Cable Car. In just 5 minutes you will reach the top of the Botanic Garden where panoramic views of the city and harbour are the reward. You can also visit the Space Place Observatory here. Before you head back down make sure to visit the Cable Car Museum (free entry), which provides a history of the city's symbolic mode of transport and see the original cars and winding machinery on display. There are walking tracks that start at the top of the Cable Car if you're keen on a stroll back to the city. The Cable Cars leave every 10 minutes and evry 15 minutes before 8pm.

Wellington 6011 New Zealand

Cruise with Interislander from Wellington to Picton across the Cook Strait and through the stunning Marlborough Sounds in just over three hours on the three largest ferries in New Zealand. Interislander is one of The Great Journeys of New Zealand and our three ships each feature several outdoor viewing decks that allow you to soak up the gorgeous New Zealand scenery as it floats by. They also have plenty of lounges, cafes and bars to choose from, plenty to keep the kids entertained - including children's play areas - and plenty for mum and dad too. Cars, vans, caravans, campervans, motorhomes, motorcycles and coaches - all vehicles are welcome, just drive on, drive off. And for the rental car providers, just drop off your car at the rental depots within our terminals then pick up another at the other end - easy! Interislander operates a FREE shuttle bus. Departing 50 minutes before each sailing from Platform 9 at the Wellington Railway Station.

101 Glenmore Street, Wellington 6012 New Zealand

Visit Wellington Botanic Garden and enjoy its 25ha of unique landscape, protected native forest, conifers, specialised plant collections, colourful floral displays, and views over Wellington city. The garden is a Garden of National Significance by the Royal New Zealand Institute of Horticulture and is an Historic Places Trust Heritage Area. Take the Cable Car up and follow the Downhill path to the city.

Alexandra Lookout Rd, Wellington 6011 New Zealand

High lookout point along Wellington's Southern Walkway gives visitors a spectacular view of the city and its surroundings.

53 Waiapu Road, Wellington 6012 New Zealand

Imagine a lush forest full of rare native wildlife. Discover Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne, an ecosanctuary home to over 40 rare native species and 32km of walking tracks. Explore at your own pace or be led by a guide! Our nature experts will show you the best places to spot wildlife like kakariki, tuatara and takahe on a Zealandia by Day tour. Relax at Rātā cafe with delicious food that gives back to conservation, and admire the views over the lake. Browse locally designed art, jewellery, homewares, books, clothes and gifts at the store where the products you buy have purpose and help the sanctuary to operate. For something a little more adventurous, see how the sanctuary transforms after dark on a Zealandia by Night tour and search for thousands of glow worms and over 150 kiwi. Experience this world-renowned conservation success that lies only minutes from Wellington’s CBD. As a not-for-profit, your visit helps us ensure the future flourishing of New Zealand’s native wildlife.

Wellington 6001 New Zealand

Molesworth Street Corner Molesworth Street and Lambton Quay, Wellington 6160 New Zealand

We offer a range of ways for people to visit Parliament. You are welcome to take part in one of our free guided tours, take a map to self-guide around our grounds, or watch the debating chamber in action in the public galleries. On our tours you will explore the Parliament buildings, learn about the Parliamentary process in New Zealand, and find out how you can participate in our democracy. Along the way, you will see some of the many artworks and objects from the Parliamentary Collection, and get to know the details behind the iconic architecture. Tours are free, and operate throughout each day, seven days per week. We recommend booking all of our tours in advance, as numbers are strictly limited and we cannot guarantee you a space on a tour if you do not have a booking. Tour times and availability are on the Guided Tours page of our website, along with links to book, and more information about what to expect from your visit.

200 Daniell Street Newtown, Wellington 6021 New Zealand

Wellington Zoo is New Zealand’s first Zoo, and Wellington’s oldest conservation organisation, caring for animals since 1906. The Zoo is a not for profit charitable trust and we're proud to be the world’s first carboNZero certified zoo. We are guided by our kaupapa Me Tiaki, Kia Ora! We must look after our environment, so all things will flourish. It is up to us collectively to make a difference for animals and the wild places they call home. See our website for entry prices and to plan your visit. If you have accessibility needs, you can find more visitor information on our website.

3 Jervois Quay, Wellington 6011 New Zealand

Wellington Museum houses four floors of local taonga (treasures) reflecting the region’s vibrant history, its people and the future. Open daily, the free-entry museum has something for everyone and will keep you entertained for hours. Walk like a giant on the carpet flooring which maps out the region from a satellite image in the new exhibition ‘Te Whanganui-a-Tara’. Experiment with Wellington winds and learn how to introduce yourself in te reo Māori. Explore the city’s maritime history and step inside a real captain’s cabin. Watch Māori legends come to life and get up close to Wellington’s social history. The museum’s award-winning Attic celebrates the capital’s quirky side. You’ll never know what you’ll find. Compare your shoe-size with NBS star Steven Adam’s basketball boots, listen to local UFO reports and experience the time machine! Take the stress out of planning and see more of the city by booking a guided tour with Wellington Museum. Learn more at wellingtonmuseum.nz

34 Mulgrave St Thorndon, Wellington 6011 New Zealand

Take a seat in this quiet sanctuary and breathe in the beauty of the architecture, stained glass windows and richly coloured furnishings. Become part of the Old St Paul’s story. Constructed between 1865 and 1866 from native timbers, Old St Paul’s is one of the finest examples of Gothic Revival architecture in the world. The building is a handsome sight from the outside. Inside, it is simply breathtaking. Spectacular lighting gives the interior a rosy glow, enriching the appearance of brass fittings, stained glass windows and exquisite illuminated panels. It is a glorious riot of colour and light, with excellent acoustics a memorable accompaniment. No longer a parish church, but still consecrated, Old St Paul's is non-denominational, and is proudly cared for by Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga. Old St Paul’s is a unique venue for musicians, poets, authors, jugglers, thespians, and corporate offerings alike – suitably atmospheric and beautifully dramatic.

Oriental Parade, Wellington 6001 New Zealand

Bunny Street, Wellington 6011 New Zealand

Great Journeys New Zealand operate a network of long distance passenger trains and inter-island ferries. We take passengers across New Zealand in comfort and style through some of the most scenic areas of the North and South Islands. The Northern Explorer is The Great Journeys of New Zealand's Auckland to Wellington train. This epic journey roams through the heart of the North Island, through an array of changing landscapes of sea coasts, farmlands, river viaducts and the volcanic Central Plateau. The service operates a 6 day timetable. The Auckland to Wellington train departs on Monday, Thursday and Saturday and the Wellington to Auckland train departs on Wednesday, Friday & Sunday.

7 Buckle Street Mount Cook, Wellington 2004 New Zealand

160 Wilton Road, Wellington 6012 New Zealand

Otari Native Botanic Garden and Wilton's Bush Reserve is the only public botanic garden in New Zealand dedicated solely to native plants. The Garden is a unique plant sanctuary and forest reserve and includes 100ha of native forest and 5ha of plant collections. Some of Wellington's oldest trees are here, including an 800-year-old rimu. It is classified as a Garden of National Significance by the Royal New Zealand Institute of Horticulture. Just a 10-minute drive from the CBD or take the no. 14 bus bound for Wilton and get off at the Warwick St/Wilton Rd stop. Tell the bus driver and they will be sure to stop.