Travelers from around the globe journey here to step directly into Hollywood history at the world-famous Weta Workshop, where the cinematic magic of The Lord of the Rings and Avatar comes alive. Just minutes away the waterfront buzzes with energy around Te Papa Tongarewa. A world-class national museum that brings powerful Māori treasures to life through breathtaking interactive exhibits.

Ride the iconic red Wellington Cable Car into the hillside to capture panoramic views of the Cook Strait. Before entering Zealandia Ecosanctuary a prehistoric time capsule where rare kiwi birds roam completely free in the wild. As night falls the energy shifts to bohemian Cuba Street and Courtenay Place, where travelers devour world-class flat white coffees, sample award-winning craft beers from the southern hemisphere’s best breweries and experience a fiercely independent dining scene that cements Wellington as a must-visit bucket list destination.