Things to do in Greater Wellington

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

Mātiu/Somes Island

Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise

P2,885
per adult
Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

P4,018
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket
Cruise through stunning Oriental Bay, one of Wellingtons most desirable suburbs!

Full Day Guided Wellington Tour including guided tour at Te Papa

P10,775
per adult
Full Day Guided Wellington Tour including guided tour at Te Papa
Auckland Maori Tour hongi

Auckland Māori Cultural Tour with Indigenous Guide & West Coast

P18,271
per adult
Auckland Māori Cultural Tour with Indigenous Guide & West Coast
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

P1,278
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Shared 90 minutes Tour of Stonehenge Aotearoa

Shared 90 minutes Tour of Stonehenge Aotearoa

P2,374
per adult
Shared 90 minutes Tour of Stonehenge Aotearoa
Star Safari Stargazing Experience, Martinborough

Star Safari Stargazing Experience, Martinborough

P3,652
per adult
Star Safari Stargazing Experience, Martinborough
Checkout the view from Mt Victoria!

1/2 Day Guided Wellington Tour incl. Cable Car (Vans not buses)

P4,706
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
1/2 Day Guided Wellington Tour incl. Cable Car (Vans not buses)
Te Awa Kairangi Grade 2 Scenic Duckie Tour

Te Awa Kairangi Grade 2 Scenic Duckie Tour

P5,500
per adult
Te Awa Kairangi Grade 2 Scenic Duckie Tour
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Te Papa

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Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.
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Where to stay in Greater Wellington

Find the best Greater Wellington areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Wellington CBD

While visiting Wellington CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery.

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Te Aro

Travelers to Te Aro praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall.

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Petone

Seaside views, cafes, and waterfront views are some highlights of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore or Petone Settlers Museum while you're exploring.

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Wellington Waterfront

The ample dining options and fascinating museums are top of the list for many visitors to Wellington Waterfront. A stop by Te Papa or TSB Bank Arena might round out your trip.

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Mount Cook

While visiting Mount Cook, you might make a stop by sights like Basin Reserve and Central Park.

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Otaki

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Cape Palliser

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