Timeline
19:54
Walk up to Wrights Hill to find the viewpoint. The castle-like structure and WWII tunnels offer a dramatic backdrop as the sky changes color.
20:54
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light fades quickly, but the view of the harbor and city lights beginning to twinkle is worth staying for.
21:39
Head back toward the city center for dinner. Boulcott Street Bistro is open for dinner from 6 PM, serving classic combinations with fresh ingredients.
22:24
End the evening with a drink. Pravda is open late, offering strong coffee or a drink in a space that serves as a cafe, bistro, and bar.
Local tip
Check the route back down from Wrights Hill if you are not driving. The walk is steep in places.
Check before you go
- Boulcott Street Bistro dinner service starts at 6 PM.
- Pravda is open early to late, but verify current hours if arriving very late.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Wellington (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).