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1. Museum of Wellington City & Sea
- This fascinating collection of maritime memorabilia will captivate old sea salts and land lubbers alike. Museum of Wellington City & Sea is devoted... read more
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2. Wellington Zoo
Wellington Zoo is renowned for its work with endangered species, such as the Sumatran tiger, chimpanzee, white-cheeked gibbon, and Malayan sun...
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3. Zealandia: The Karori Sanctuary Experience
Opened to the public at the beginning of 2001, this 252-hectare (623-acre) reservoir catchment is now a safe haven for native birds. Only minutes...
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4. The Dowse Art Museum
If you found City Gallery a bit too intellectual (some people do), it will be well worth your while taking a trip out to the New Dowse Art Museum,...
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5. Wellington Cable Car (The)
This splendid little 4 1/2-minute trip takes you to some of the best views you'll see anywhere. Pray for fine weather, as Wellington city and the...
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6. Te Papa Store
- If you are visiting Wellingtons major showcase, Te Papa, then it is unlikely you will be able to bypass its ground floor store. Te Papa Store is... read more
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8. Pataka Museum of Art & Cultures
- A storehouse of treasures, Pataka is a showcase for established artists in Porirua. Sculpture, art, photography and other visual displays with... read more
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9. Botanic Gardens
- Established in 1868 and covering 25 hectares of hill terrain between Kelburn and the city, Wellington's Botanic Gardens are magnificent in all... read more
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10. New Zealand Parliament
- The Parliament Buildings; the Edwardian neo-classical Parliament House, gothic Parliamentary Library and contemporary Beehive, are toured by more... read more
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The Best of NileGuide
- Whether you're strolling through the Botanic Gardens, taking in some history at the Te Papa Museum or climbing Hawkins Hill, Wellington has a variety of activity for any taste. Nature-lovers can take advantage of several beaches and parks that are within close proximity of the city limits. More culture-minded travelers may appreciate the variety of national museums and institutions that lay within New Zealand's capital.
