Attractions in Wellington Region

  • Southward Car Museum

    Otaihanga Rd, Otaihanga, Paraparaumu

    In Museum, Discovery and Historic

    The most comprehensive privately owned collection of veteran and vintage cars in the southern hemisphere - Marlene Dietrich's Cadillac, a 1915… Read More

  • Old St Paul's

    34 Mulgrave St, Thorndon, Wellington

    In Historic and Religious

    Old St Paul's is one of New Zealand's most important historic places, and is a magnificent example of timber Gothic Revival… Read More

  • Te Papa

    55 Cable St, Wellington

    In Museum

    Since its opening in 1998, Te Papa has built a worldwide reputation for its fresh and bold approach to presenting a nation’s treasures and… Read More

  • ZEALANDIA: The Karori Sanctuary Experience

    Waiapu Road, Karori, Wellington

    In Nature reserve

    Just minutes from downtown Wellington, nestled amongst the hilly suburbs, lies a place unlike any other – ZEALANDIA: The Karori Sanctuary… Read More

  • PATAKA Museum of Arts and Cultures

    Cnr Parumoana and Norrie St, Porirua - Mana

    In Art Gallery, Museum and Library

    PATAKA is dedicated to celebrating our heritage & showcasing Maori, Pacific Island, New Zealand and international art & culture. PATAKA has… Read More

  • The Dowse Art Museum

    45 Laings Rd, Lower Hutt

    In Museum, Art Gallery and Restaurant & Cafe

    The Dowse Art Museum is a progressive institution dedicated to showcasing innovations in creativity that drive human progress & understanding… Read More

  • Carter Observatory

    40 Salamanca Rd, Kelburn, Wellington

    In Museum, Discovery and Conference & Function

    Carter Observatory served as New Zealand's national observatory from 1941 until May 2010 when it re-opened as a visitor attraction. Visitors… Read More

  • Pencarrow Lighthouse

    Muritai Rd, Pencarrow Head, Lower Hutt

    In Historic

    New Zealand's first permanent lighthouse, Pencarrow is a cast iron building first lit on 1 January 1859. Its first keeper was Mary Jane Bennett,… Read More

  • Putangirua Pinnacles Scenic Reserve

    Cape Palliser Rd, Martinborough

    In Natural feature and Film Location

    The Putangirua Pinnacles, also known colloquially simply as The Pinnacles, are a striking geological formation consisting of a large number of earth… Read More

  • Katherine Mansfield Birthplace

    25 Tinakori Rd, Thorndon, Wellington

    In Historic and Home & Garden

    The childhood home of one of the world's best-known short story writers and New Zealand's most famous author. A visit provides essential… Read More

  • Petone Settlers Museum

    The Esplanade, Petone, Lower Hutt

    In Museum

    The first European settlers to arrive by ship into Wellington landed at Petone beach on 22 January 1840. The Petone Settlers Museum was… Read More

  • Castlepoint

    Masterton-Castlepoint Rd, Masterton

    In Historic, Beach and Natural feature

    Castlepoint is a small beachside settlement on the Wairarapa coast north-east of Masterton. Castlepoint is famous for its lighthouse, annual horse… Read More

  • New Zealand Police Museum

    Papakowhai Rd, Papakowhai, Porirua - Mana

    In Museum

    Discover evidence of our history in action. For every major event, be it celebration or tragedy, New Zealand Police have played a role. Their… Read More

  • The Beehive & Parliament Buildings

    1 Molesworth St, Thorndon, Wellington

    In Architecture, Historic and Local government, Information & Services

    Along with the harbour, Te Papa and the hills, Parliament Buildings are one of Wellington's best-known landmarks. Standing at the north-west… Read More

  • Nga Manu Nature Reserve

    281 Ngarara Rd, Waikanae

    In Nature reserve

    Get up close and personal with New Zealand's native flora and fauna. A sprawling 15 hectares of land made up of trust land, dedicated to… Read More

  • Stonehenge Aotearoa

    Ahiaruhe Rd, Carterton

    In Discovery and Historic

    Stonehenge Aotearoa is a modern adaptation of the Stonehenge ruins on the Salisbury Plain of England. The henge contains 24 pillars and is 30m in… Read More

  • Adam Art Gallery

    1 Kelburn Parade, Gate 3, VUW, Wellington

    In Art Gallery

    The Adam Art Gallery Te Pātaka Toi is the purpose-built gallery of Victoria University of Wellington. The Gallery is a forum for critical thinking… Read More

  • National War Memorial

    41 Buckle St, Mt Cook, Wellington

    In Historic and Memorial

    The National War Memorial commemorates New Zealanders who gave their lives in the South African War, two World Wars, the conflicts in Korea, Malaysia… Read More

  • Wellington Writers Walk

    Wellington Waterfront, Wellington

    In Public Art

    15 text sculptures are located along Wellington's breath-taking waterfront, showcasing gems of writing by authors who have lived in Wellington at… Read More

  • Antrim House

    63 Boulcott St, Wellington

    In Historic

    Antrim House was built in 1904-05 for Robert Hannah, founder of Hannah's footwear company and one of the most successful businessmen of his time.… Read More

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