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Visiting Wellington, New Zealand


Named capital of New Zealand in 1865, Wellington was first settled by the Maori around the 11th century. Europeans arrived in the mid-1800s. The compact centre is easy to explore on foot. Take a... more » Named capital of New Zealand in 1865, Wellington was first settled by the Maori around the 11th century. Europeans arrived in the mid-1800s. The compact centre is easy to explore on foot. Take a nocturnal tour of Karori Wildlife Sanctuary to meet some colourful inhabitants. People-watch while sipping coffee in lively Courtney Place. Discover the city's Maori roots at the Museum of Wellington City & Sea, plus more of its identity at the Museum of New Zealand. Survey the city from scenic Mount Victoria. « less

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179 Hotels & Accommodations

116 Things to Do

300 Restaurants

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Weather

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Monthly Averages
Month
High
Low
Nov
61°F 16°C
51°F 10°C
Dec
64°F 17°C
54°F 12°C
Jan
66°F 18°C
56°F 13°C
Feb
67°F 19°C
57°F 13°C
Mar
65°F 18°C
55°F 12°C
Apr
61°F 16°C
50°F 10°C
Extended Forecast
Sunday
22 Nov
Hi:
60°F 15°C
Lo:
50°F 10°C
Monday
23 Nov
Hi:
69°F 20°C
Lo:
53°F 11°C
Tuesday
24 Nov
Hi:
68°F 20°C
Lo:
51°F 10°C

Reviews you can trust

Holiday Inn Wellington

5 of 5 stars
salisbury
21 Nov 2009

We stayed at this excellent hotel for 2 nights, and would happily have stayed for more! On arrival, we were looked after by a very friendly and professional receptionist who was interested in her...more

Gardens Homestay

20 Nov 2009

Had a great stay here. Sally, Neil and Nina were fantastic hosts. The room is very large and comfortable with a couch, balcony, extra room with a twin bed and en suite bathroom. Everything was...more

Bolton Hotel

20 Nov 2009

I stayed here for the World Cup qualifying match weekend and upgraded to a one bed suite, which was very nice and not badly sized. The room was kitted out with everything that you could possibly...more

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