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The Top 20 Attractions in Wellington

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Wellington. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Wellington is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 6, 2025

Mount Victoria Lookout

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From the top you have a wonderful view of the city in all directions

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Rivendell Film Set (The Lord of the Rings)

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A beautiful park for a day trip. There are parking lots, picnic areas and toilets in different parts of the park. You can make a very nice hike along the …

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Remutaka Swing Bridge

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Pause briefly in the middle of the bridge and look down into the dense vegetation. With a bit of luck, you might spot birds or even wild goats moving between …

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Mount Kaukau Lookout

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View of Wellington, the harbor and west to the summits of Marlborough Sounds. Above is also a direction sign with the surrounding places. The ascent is not long, from that ago feasible for everyone!

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Wellington

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You have arrived in Wellington, also nicknamed Welliwood for its involvement in the cinematographic field. Wellington is also an important port and a modern city.

It is made up of …

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Wellington Cable Car and Botanic Garden

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You can easily take the cable car to the highest point of the botanical garden and then comfortably walk back into the city

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Te Papa Lagoon

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This lagoon is located directly at the museum of the same name

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Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

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One of the best museums I've seen... you can spend a lot of time here... since there's no entrance fee, you can also visit several times for a short time

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Rimutaka Incline Rusted Locomotive Remains

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Nice tour, just take the train to Maymorn. Then a slight climb to the summit and a very long descent to Cross Creek. Then it's easier to cycle out to …

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Wellington Cable Car

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Valley station of the famous cog railway... Tickets ($6.50 single) can be purchased here: wellingtoncablecar.co.nz/English/Tickets

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The Top 20 Attractions in Wellington

Mount Victoria Lookout

Rivendell Film Set (The Lord of the Rings)

Remutaka Swing Bridge

Mount Kaukau Lookout

Wellington

Wellington Cable Car and Botanic Garden

Te Papa Lagoon

Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Rimutaka Incline Rusted Locomotive Remains

Wellington Cable Car

Other adventures in Wellington

Most popular routes in Wellington

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