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Highlights of Wellington Region
Wellington is the capital city of New Zealand and a cultural, political, and artistic hub in the..
Mount Victoria InformationMount Victoria provides stunning 360 degree views of Wellington City, the harbour and the ocean to..
National War Memorial and Carillon InfoThe art deco architecture of this striking building draws the visitor towards poignant memories of..
Wellington Botanic Garden InformationAt the top of the Wellington Cable Car, and just minutes from the central business district, lies..
Kapiti Island InformationCreating a place where endangered species can once again thrive has also created a rare experience..
Lower Hutt InformationLower Hutt is part of Hutt City, which is included in the Wellington region. The area has a long..
Waikanae InformationWaikanae is a popular place for retirement and beach holidays. The wide Tasman Sea surf beach is..
Belmont Regional Park InformationThe breathtaking views and forest-clad valleys of Belmont Regional Park make it a favourite open..
Karori Wildlife Sanctuary InformationIn the suburb of Karori, just 2.5 kilometres from the Wellington central business district, you'll..
Otaki InformationThe rural service town of Otaki is situated near the north bank of the Otaki River. The area is..
Porirua InformationPorirua is a satellite city of Wellington situated at the southern end of the Kapiti Coast. It..
Red Rocks Reserve InformationOn the rugged south coast of Wellington, a 30 to 40 minute coastal walk leads from Owhiro Bay to..
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A satisfying seaside stroll awaits on the doorstep of Wellington's central business district.
Large areas of the once-busy waterfront were left idle by the change to more efficient container shipping. Clever planning and considerable investment have restored these wharves and cargo sheds to provide a spacious and entertaining seaside reserve - just for pedestrians.
To walk at the water's edge and enjoy magnificent views of the harbour, cross to Queens Wharf on the City to Sea Walk Bridge, which features large Maori carvings.
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Restaurants, apartments and the Museum of Wellington City and Sea now fill this area's gracefully functional historic buildings.
There are a number of interesting memorial plaques and artworks worth viewing. One plaque commemorates Paddy the Wanderer, a dog turned celebrity who was cared for by waterside workers, seamen and taxi drivers from 1928 until 1939.
From Queens Wharf follow the harbour around past Te Papa (the national museum) and Chaffers Marina to Oriental Bay, where you will find numerous cafes and an enticing stretch of golden sand.
Jutting out onto the beach is a great viewing platform and picnic place, which was originally a band rotunda before being converted into a bathing pavilion in 1937.
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Highlights of North Island
The City of Sails is one of rare natural beauty. On an isthmus in the north island surrounded by..
Rotorua InformationOne of New Zealand's most popular tourist destinations, Rotorua is a landscape of drifting steam..
Bay of Plenty InformationLocated on the northern coast of New Zealand's North Island the Bay of Plenty certainly lives up to..
Bay of Islands InformationThe Bay of Islands comprises more than 140 different islands set in a beautiful sub-tropical..
Northlands InformationThe Northland region of New Zealand is located on the (you guessed it) northern end of the North..
Coromandel InformationSpring signals the opening of the Coromandel scallop season. Dive for scallops to barbeque yourself..
Hawkes Bay InformationA Mediterranean climate with long, fine dry summers and mild winters not only makes this a great..
Lake Taupo InformationSituated in the volcanic heart of the North Island, the Lake Taupo region is home to New Zealand's..
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