• Sightseeing & Picnics

If Wellington's hills don't leave you breathless - then the views certainly will. From countless vantage points you will be treated to spectacular shots of Wellington city and harbour, Porirua, Petone, Eastbourne and even the South Island (if the weather is on your side).


There's nothing like an earned view, so we recommend checking out our Explore Wellington Walkway Maps - for the best route to your favourite sightseeing destinations. For more information on Explore Wellington Walkways click here.
www.feelinggreat.co.nz/facilities-and-venues/walkways-and-tracks

Wellington's southern coast is a treasure trove of fabulous picnicking spots, with gorgeous beaches and secluded little bays.  Pack a delicious hamper and soak up the lovely surrounds - you'll be in sensory heaven! For details on individual beaches - click here www.feelinggreat.co.nz/activities/swimming-and-beaches

For more child-friendly sightseeing and picnic options, you can't look past Wellington's beautiful parks, gardens and reserves. Surround yourself in native plants and trees, fun family activities and fine company. For more information on parks, reserves and gardens click here www.feelinggreat.co.nz/facilities-and-venues/parks-reserves-and-gardens

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• Birdwatching in Otari-Wilton's Bush Birdwatching in Otari-Wilton's Bush, bring binoculars if you have them and wear good walking shoes for this one-hour walk on easy tracks. Sat 27 Sep, 2pm Meet: Otari Information Centre Rate:

  

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• Frank Kitts Park Located right down by Wellington's waterfront, this park is a perfect place for a picnic on a fine day. The park has a safe play areas for children, benches to relax on, gorgeous harbour views and open areas which are often used for... Rate:

  

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• Mount Victoria Summit From Mount Victoria lookout you can see Wellington city and harbour, the Hutt Valley and the Cook Strait. There is a memorial to US explorer Admiral Richard E. Byrd, a parking area and plenty of spots to sit down and take in the beautiful... Rate:

  

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• Oriental Bay If you are sightseeing on foot, take a stroll along the waterfront to Oriental Bay. It is only a short walk from the city centre and is popular with runners, walkers, rollerbladers and cyclists.  There are plenty of spots to rest and... Rate:

  

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• Otari Wilton's Bush With over 100 hectares of native forest, Otari-Wilton's Bush is a must-see for both Wellingtonians and out-of-towners. It is open from sunrise to sunset, and also has an information centre open from 9.00am - 4.00pm daily. Otari Wilton's... Rate:

  

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• Sightseeing and Tourism in Wellington For more information on sightseeing and tourism in Wellington check out the Positively Wellington Tourism site on the webpage link below. Rate:

  

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• Visit and explore Parliament Free, one-hour guided tours of Parliament operate every day on the hour. Take a tour with one of our trained guides to visit key parts of Parliament's buildings and learn about our parliamentary processes.  Individuals do not need to book.... Rate:

  

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