Wellington

Sitting between a windswept coast and the jade rural outskirts of New Zealand's North Island is its compact capital city. Wellington is a scenic gateway kindled by multifaceted aspects that extend from hilltop panoramas and harborside attractions, to thought-provoking museum dioramas and rich culinary treasures. Known as both the craft beer and coffee capital of the nation, Wellington also offers charming pockets for shopping and night-time revelry alongside its culinary achievements. In a city cloaked with such diverse landscapes, Wellington is known to attract a veritable draw of tourists who come here for a slice of the outdoors – from mountain biking along its pristine outskirts and cycling along fragrant vineyards, to exploring the coastal beauty of the Kāpiti coast, Wellington is rife with outdoor opportunities.