We often get asked for recommendations for places to head out for a day trip when people come to visit us at the Willis Wellington. After exploring the vibrant city, people want to get out and explore the local area and one of the top tips we give people is to take the coastal road […]

Zealandia is one of New Zealand’s most exciting tourist attractions and is situated right in the heart of Wellington, so close to the CBD that you couldn’t believe a place like this existed. As soon as you enter this, the world’s first fully-fenced urban ecosanctuary, you are transported a million miles away from the hustle […]

That’s right people – the much anticipated Visa Wellington on a Plate event is back and this year promises to be bigger and better than ever. Held over two weeks every August, the Visa Wellington on a Plate event has quickly grown to become one of New Zealand’s biggest food festivals with a wide range […]

New Zealand’s most popular beer festival is coming back to Wellington and this year promises to be bigger and better than ever. Celebrating its 15th year, Beervana is a celebration of New Zealand craft beer and has been attracting some of New Zealand’s brightest stars in the beer brewing world over the past 15 years. […]

The Interislander Ferry is an iconic part of any journey around New Zealand. For many, it’s the gateway from the North to the South Island or vice versa and a necessary trip for thousands of visitors and Kiwis every year. Departing from Wellington in the North Island and dropping you in Picton in the South […]

Every winter, the New Zealand International Film Festival rolls into Wellington and each year seems to get bigger and better as the city celebrates movies and movie-going by bringing you the very best of world cinema right here to the capital city. The Wellington leg is part of the International Film Festival’s tour of New […]

Wellington is the world’s coolest little capital city. It’s an awesome place to visit with its bohemian atmosphere, stunning waterfront and a lively food and drink scene. There is certainly no shortage of things to do in Wellington but you may be surprised by all the things you can see and do in Wellington that […]

This weekend will see the running of the 30th annual Wellington Marathon sponsored by Gazley Volkswagen. Starting out at the famous Westpac Stadium, the marathon takes on a flat and fast scenic route along Wellington’s stunning waterfront. In addition to the marathon course, there are also half marathon, 10k, 5k and a kids magic mile […]

If you’re looking for something to do the next time you’re in Wellington then look no further than the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa. Our national museum is crammed full of great exhibits for all the family and there is always something new and exciting coming to the museum so no trip is […]

This weekend sees the start of the Steinlager Series where the New Zealand All Blacks will take on Wales in a three match series. The opening test is on the 11 June at Eden Park, Auckland and whilst tickets may have sold out for the game, there is still time to book your accommodation at […]