Nearby Attractions
Wellington Harbour: Wellington Harbour is one of the most popular scenic and recreational areas in the city. This magnificent harbor covers an area of 8,900 hectares and has a picturesque coastline that stretches for approximately 76 kilometers. Reputed to have been discovered by Kupe, a Polynesian explorer, the harbor has grown rapidly over the years to become one of the busiest ports in the country. The expanse of water that forms the harbor is sheltered by beautiful rolling hills, and forms a narrow outlet that leads to the sea. The sheltered nature of the harbor has resulted in the formation of bays and beaches that are ideal for leisure activities.
Streams of locals and tourists visit the harbor daily to enjoy a wide variety of recreational pleasures that include swimming, bathing and other aquatic pastimes.
Botanic Gardens & Cable Car Museum: Recognized as an iconic symbol of Wellington, the Wellington Cable Car is perhaps the most popular source of transport in the city. Providing an exceptional experience, the funicular railway offers stunning panoramic views of Wellington including the Botanic Gardens in Wellington. Taking a ride on the cable car will be truly spectacular as travelers catch a glimpse of the stunning scenery surrounding the suburb of Kelburn.
Founded in 1902, the Wellington Cable Car has evolved drastically over the years to include an extended rail track of 628 meters. Climb aboard one of the cable cars as it travels from busy Lambton Quay to the peaceful and picturesque Wellington Botanic Gardens. A remarkable highlight of the excursion, the Botanic Gardens cover 26 hectares of lush greenery and is abound with exotic forests, native bushes and colorful floral displays. In addition, travelers will encounter unsurpassed views of its unique landscape, enveloped by gorgeous specialist gardens.
Lambton Quay: One of the most commercially active cities in the country, Wellington is inarguably a top destination for those travelling to New Zealand. Although Auckland steals most of the global attention, peaceful Wellington is an ideal holiday destination with just the right amount of things to do and places to see. The central business district of Wellington is where visitors will find everything that they may be looking for.
Known as the city’s finest shopping destination, Lambton Quay is buzzing with energy and is a colorful, lively shopper’s haven. Visitors have the chance to shop at some of the city’s most exclusive shopping centers such as Kirkaldie and Stains, the Old Bank Arcade, Westfield Queensgate, Thorndon and a variety of boutiques. Lambton Quay, Wellington is often compared with the likes of London’s Regent Street.
