Explore Wellington

For the first time in New Zealand, "Disney: The Magic of Animation" is coming to Wellington! This captivating exhibition features over 600 objects including original sketches and rare artworks, taking you on a journey through nearly a century of Disney magic. Image courtesy Queensland Museum Kurilpa Disney The Magic of Animation

The world's greatest playground inspires smiles from the first step to the last embrace across the finish line. Make The Faultline (26-27 April) your holiday of choice and bring the spirit of adventure to New Zealand’s premier trail city. Mountain Bike or run you'll find a distance for you through the Faultline City After shocks, 6, 11 or 25km or thrill yourself in 50, 100 or 162km of trail bliss.

Step back in time and discover Wellington’s unique transport system that has carried people between the harbour and the hills for over a century. Open daily 9.30am – 5pm the museum is in the original winding house at the top of the cable car system, Kelburn.

City Gallery Wellington is the capital’s public contemporary art gallery showcasing artists from Aotearoa and around the world. Temporarily away from home, the gallery continues to bring art to Wellington from new locations across the region. Free entry.

Immerse yourself in three of New Zealand’s constitutional documents - He Whakaputanga, The Treaty of Waitangi and the Women's Suffrage Petition. Based at The National Library, take a free guided tour or discover our nations treasures on your own with an Audio Tour.

Nōku te Ao Capital E is a vibrant space where young people can unleash their imaginations and explore endless creative possibilities. Open Mon – Sat 9.30am – 3.30pm with free entry. You'll find Nōku te Ao Capital E on Queens Wharf.

Staglands offers a unique and exciting opportunity to connect with nature in a beautiful, natural environment. Don’t forget to pack your togs and a picnic so you can make the most of the scenic picnic spots & delicious swimming holes.

This is the place to learn about planets, stars, constellations, and galaxies. Te Ara Whānui ki te Rangi | Space Place shares the stories of New Zealand’s skies and our contribution to space exploration through multimedia exhibits, interactive galleries, the historic Thomas Cooke telescope, and the digital, full-dome planetarium.

New Zealand’s national museum and art gallery is known for its cutting-edge, interactive approach to telling the stories of Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond. Take a guided tour or explore the interactive exhibitions at your own pace.

Te Waka Huia o Ngā Taonga Tuku Iho | Wellington Museum celebrates the people and the events that have shaped the character and soul of our capital and region. Located at the heart of Wellington’s waterfront the museum is open daily 10am-5pm with free entry.

Experience the hidden charm of Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington with a 5-minute ride from the heart of the city centre on the Wellington Cable Car. Journey up through the hillside terraced houses of Kelburn to the lookout perched high above the city for the best view in the city.

Have a wild day out packed with learning and fun at Wellington Zoo. With 500+ animals of all shapes and sizes to check out, you’ll leave with a sense of wonder and be empowered to make a difference to protect our wildlife and their wild homes.

A must-see for film buffs and lovers of cool stuff is Wētā Cave. Buy authentic Wētā Workshop designed collectables, prop replicas, books, jewellery, art prints, gifts, apparel, movie memorabilia and more.

Discover how incredible, imaginary worlds are brought to life through movie-making magic in the heart of Wellywood at Wētā Workshop. You might recognise some of the props, weapons or costumes - especially if you're a fan of Middle-earth. 

The world’s first fully-fenced urban ecosanctuary with an extraordinary 500-year vision to restore the valley’s forest and freshwater ecosystems as closely as possible to pre-human state. Set around a picturesque reservoir, Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne is home to some of New Zealand's most rare and extraordinary wildlife—all thriving wild in a world-first protected sanctuary.