Welcome to Wellington - New Zealand's capital city and the country's leading town, adorned with trappings of a thriving metropolis - world-class facilities, inspired arts and culture, fine dining and a bejeweled harbor is an excellent tourist destination.

Wellington enjoys a well-earned reputation as New Zealand's arts and entertainment capital, home to the Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa), the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra and The Royal New Zealand Ballet.

At the end of 2000, Wellington was judged the best place to live, work and to raise a family in New Zealand. Te Papa, the internationally reputed crowning jewel of Wellington continues to draw huge tourists to the city every year. Wellington being art and cultural and event capital of the country is keeping the city buzzing with tourists.

Attractions of Wellington:

Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Parliament Buildings: Beehive, Parliamentary House & Library
Wellington Botanic Gardens

Other Attractions of Wellington:

26 hectares of specialist gardens
Cuba Street has great shopping
Historic sites of interest in Thorndon
Katherine Mansfield Memorials
National Library