Wellington International Airport 31 min
Queen Elizabeth Park (18 min)
Natural dunes recreation area with walking & cycling tracks, horse stables, picnic sites & swimming. Whitireia Park (14 min) Pataka Art + Museum (5 min)
Contemporary art gallery showcasing Maori, New Zealand & international artists, with a kids' area. Battle Hill Farm Forest Park (14 min)
Park and camping Matiu / Somes Island (1 hr 19)
Harbor and penguins Adrenalin Forest Wellington (4 min)
Rope-climbing destination for all ages & ability levels, with bridges, swings & treetop courses. The Dowse Art Museum and Dowse Square (24 min)
Contemporary art is showcased at this free museum, which also offers a children's activity space. Paekakariki Escarpment Track (14 min) Mana Island (15 min)
Gecko, lizard, and harbor Aotea Lagoon (3 min) Akatarawa Forest (15 min)
Art deco Mount Kaukau (18 min)
Hiking to the 445-m. peak of this mountain provides views of the city, harbour & mountains. New Zealand Police Museum (4 min) Camborne walkway (5 min) Belmont Regional Park (15 min)
Scenic green space with camping & picnic sites, plus trails for walking, cycling & horseback-riding. | 
