Wellington International Airport 26 min
ZEALANDIA (18 min)
Wildlife sanctuary with native species, including rare birds, lizards, frogs, plants & trees. Wellington Museum (15 min)
Cool museum in a historic building with various unique exhibits showcasing the region's history. Wellington Cable Car (18 min)
Opened in 1902, the country's only running cablecar offers panoramic city views & a history museum. The Weta Cave (26 min)
Exhibits of props for Lord of the Rings & other films, plus a documentary & studio souvenirs. Space Place at Carter Observatory (18 min)
Astronomy & space museum featuring planetarium shows, interactive exhibits & a giant telescope. Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa (17 min)
New Zealand's principal museum tracking native and colonial culture as well as natural history. Matiu / Somes Island (1 hr 30)
Harbor and penguins Wellington Harbour (47 min)
Harbor and killer whale Beehive (15 min)
Distinctive, beehive-shaped 1960s designed building housing Prime Ministerial and cabinet offices. Wellington Botanic Garden (14 min)
Botanic garden of 61-acres, planted in 1868 with native bush, tropical greenhouse and seasonal beds. City Gallery Wellington (17 min)
Vibrant gallery with contemporary works by New Zealand & international artists, plus various events. New Zealand Parliament Buildings (15 min)
Edwardian, neo-classical building with a colonnaded facade, housing New Zealand's parliament. Mount Victoria Lookout (24 min)
Tranquil picnic area featuring panoramic vistas of the city, boats, airplanes & sunsets. Wellington Zoo (24 min)
The country's first zoo offers animal activities & programs, plus themed playgrounds & picnic areas. Mount Kaukau (18 min)
Hiking to the 445-m. peak of this mountain provides views of the city, harbour & mountains. | 
