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Wellington: culture, activities and the weather
From ballet to fashion to art to birds to parliament to gardens – Wellington's got it all (just try to...
Public art in Wellington's Civic Square. © Colleen Tunnicliff
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We Love You New Zealand Magazine
New Zealand is brimming with lesser-known sweet spots. We’ve filled 113 pages with hundreds of ideas of things to see and do around the country in our online travel magazine. Read the story . . .
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Urban Explorer: four city escapes around New Zealand
As the weather cools down and the days grow shorter, bright city lights make a welcome escape from the season. Warm your cockles with great places to eat and drink, indulge in some retail therapy and explore the city streets. Where will you head on your next urban escape? Read the story . . .
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Must-Do's: Walking Travel Guide
Whether you’re hiking to a mountain summit or strolling through an urban landscape, there are walking options around New Zealand to suit everyone. Read the story . . .
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Must-Do's: Cycling Travel Guide
There are 22 Great Rides on Ngā Haerenga The New Zealand Cycle Trail, covering over 2,600 kilometres of the country. Check out our comprehensive overview of all the best cycle trails available in New Zealand. Read the story . . .
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Must-Do's: North Island Road Trips Travel Guide
Check out our Must-Do's guide to find attractions, activities, experiences and accommodation on your next North Island road trip. Read the story . . .
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Must-Do's: Central and Lower North Island Travel Guide
From The Coromandel, Bay of Plenty and Eastland, to Waikato, Rotorua, Hawke's Bay and Wellington, our Central and Lower North Island Must-Do's guide includes all the information you need to plan your next road trip. Read the story . . .
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Eight Must-Do walks to check out around New Zealand this summer
From short city strolls to more challenging coastal climbs, we’ve picked eight walks around New Zealand to check out before the end of summer. Read the story . . .
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13 Kiwi Gems to tick off before the end of summer
Make the most of the last weeks of summer by ticking off some of these fantastic Kiwi Gems around New Zealand. Read the story . . .
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Family fun: 11 Kiwi Gems to keep the kids happy this summer
From native falcons to water parks, epic playgrounds, go-carts and movie-making magic, we've rounded up 11 Kiwi Gems around New Zealand that will delight the kids this summer. Read the story . . .
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Nine quirky Kiwi Gems you've never heard of around New Zealand
Discover something new with these nine quirky Kiwi Gems around New Zealand. Read the story . . .
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Families need to discover these 10 Kiwi Gems in the North Island
So, you think you know New Zealand? But have you discovered all of these family-friendly Kiwi Gems around the North Island? Read the story . . .
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Eat and drink your way around Wellington City
With a stellar collection of superb cafés and restaurants, most within easy walking distance, plus an abundance of boutique brew bars, you’ll be spoilt for choice in Wellington. Read the story . . .
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Matiu / Somes Island: New Zealand’s Alcatraz
Visit the intriguing Matiu/Somes island in the middle of Wellington Harbour. Read the story . . .
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Go behind the scenes at Weta Workshop
Weta Workshop is world-famous, but in Wellington, you can have your own hands-on experience of cinematic craft. Read the story . . .
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Ten great places to explore in Wellington
From hilltop vistas to intriguing islands, urban laneways, a fascinating planetarium and a truly artistic drinking fountain – there is so much to discover in and around Wellington City. Read the story . . .
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Urban explorer: Ghuznee Street
Ghuznee Street has morphed into a republic of cool. There are cafés, hip clothing stores, craft beer and street art – it doesn’t get more Wellington than this. Read the story . . .
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