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Creative Wellington has a claim to be New Zealand’s most cultural city. From art galleries to theatre, craft beer to coffee, Wellington is a compact city packing a powerful punch. If you’re still looking for outdoor activities, try mountain biking or sea-water kayaking, or take a walk on the Makara Peak track for views across the west coast beach.

Hidden gems in Wellington

Wellington

Enjoy panoramic views from Mount Victoria

Venture to the top of Mount Victoria and you’ll be rewarded with sweeping views of New Zealand’s capital, Wellington. The Mount Victoria Lookout is a relatively easy walk from the city centre, along woodland trails that were used in The Lord of the Rings.

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Wellington itineraries

New Zealand Lord of the Rings route
New Zealand

New Zealand Lord of the Rings route

Head into Mordor, explore Isengard and chill out in Hobbiton
19 days From £10,900 pp
Northern adventure route
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Northern adventure route

Adventures on New Zealand’s North Island
10 days From NZ$3,199 pp
North to south white knuckle
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North to south white knuckle

Epic adventures from North to South Island
20 days From NZ$6,499 pp
Auckland to Wellington Road Trip
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Auckland to Wellington Road Trip

Explore the North Island by road
11 days
South Island Road Trip
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South Island Road Trip

Explore the National Parks of New Zealand's South Island
14 days

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