Oriental Bay, Wellington
Wellington
Wellington cable car
Aerial view of Wellington
Oriental Bay marina, Wellington
Wellington harbour

Inspiring guides for your holiday to Wellington

Wellington is encapsulated in breath-taking, emerald scenery, historic sights and a gorgeous harbour. This city is one of the countries ultimate pilgrimage sites for Lord of the Rings and the Hobbit buffs.

The city is bursting with other cultural attractions to enjoy during your stay, from historic architecture and water-based activities to vibrant nightlife and dining scenes. Check out our selection of expert guides to discover the highlights, top tips and inspiration for this glorious location.

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Top 10 things to do in Wellington

Proud to flaunt its ‘Coolest Little Capital’ moniker, Wellington is New Zealand’s compact, creative, and culture-packed harbour metropolis located at the North Island’s southern end.

Head out on one of these day trips from Wellington

Wellington's a compact capital city with a diverse mix of European and Maori culture, shopping, food and a bustling harbour. And a great base for day trips to islands, nature reserves, vineyards and beaches.

Escorted touring holidays in New Zealand

Contemplating an escorted tour through New Zealand? One of the world’s most breath-taking destinations, ranging from wild, rugged coastlines, soaring mountain peaks, rainforest and waterfalls to hot springs, glaciers and abundant wildlife.

Discover New Zealand’s magnificent wonders & wildlife

While New Zealand is filled with spectacular natural wonders, wildlife is abundant too, on land and in the water, with opportunities to watch for whales, dolphins, penguins, seals and more.

Tailor-make the ultimate New Zealand holiday experience

New Zealand ranks highly in top travel spots, with lush rainforests, beautiful mountains and beaches, abundant wildlife and hot springs. Aim for three to four weeks, with options to tailor-make a perfect trip.

Exploring New Zealand's North Island regions

Little beats the charismatic North Island when it comes to tapping into New Zealand’s native Maori past, blissing out on ravishing white-sand beaches, and marvelling at volcanoes, geysers, and other geothermal wonders.

From north to south - an unexpected journey in New Zealand

If you’ve been inspired to take a Tolkien-themed holiday to New Zealand, then you’ll be pleased to know that there is a wealth of locations and other points of interest running the length of the country that can be visited.

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