Wellington

Wellington (Māori: Te Whanganui-a-Tara) is the capital and second largest urban area of New Zealand. It is also the world's southernmost capital city of a UN member state. The Windy City is on the foreshore of Wellington Harbour and ringed by hills, providing the scenic home of many of New Zealand's national arts and cultural attractions.

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Nairn Street Cottage

Preserved cottage built in 1858 and kept in the same family until it became a museum, with an exhibition on its history. The small garden is open every day..

daily tours at noon, 2PM, and 3PM · $8

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Fisherman's Plate

Looks like your average family-run fish-and-chips shop, but they also do excellent Vietnamese food, with an emphasis on noodle soups.

Mo-Sa 11:00-15:00,17:00-21:00; Su,PH off · $5-15 · Wheelchair accessible · Vegetarian options

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Wellington Cable Car

From Lambton Quay (next to the McDonald's). The easiest way to get a nice view of the city and harbour, the Cable Car runs on rails from Lambton Quay to the Botanic Garden in Kelburn every ten minutes.

Mon–Fri 7AM-10PM, shorter hours at weekends & around Christmas & New Year · Adult $4 one way, $7.50 return. Concession prices are available for children, students and senior citizens over 65

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Wellington Zoo

Wellington Zoo (Māori: Te Nukuao Tūroa o Te Whanganui a Tara) is a 13-hectare (32-acre) zoo on a hilly site in the green belt of Wellington, New Zealand. Wellington Zoo opened in 1906 and is the oldest public zoo in New Zealand. The zoo's name was officially changed to 'Te Nukuao Tūroa o Te Whanganui a Tara Wellington Zoo Trust' on 27 March 2024.

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Little Penang

Cheap, very authentic Penang-style street food, run by a friendly family from Malaysia. Great for lunch or dinner. Some menu items are only available on certain days, so have a look at the menu board (assam laksa on Thursdays is especially good - spicy, sour fish noodle soup).

$2-15

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Ye Olde Pinball Shoppe

New Zealand's premium pinball arcade, bar & showroom, in the heart of Wellington city

Mo-Th 12:00-20:00; Fr 12:00-22:00; Sa 11:00-22:00; Su 11:00-18:00 · Wheelchair accessible

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Carlucci Land

277 Happy Valley Road, Ōwhiro Bay

Mo-Su 09:30-21:00

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Island Bay Marine Education Centre

The Esplanade

Su 10:00-15:00

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