Wellington Region

The popular Wellington region is located on the south west of the North Island. The region has all the facilities and conveniences of any metropolis of the country. Wellington region is the easy getaway from the city to all the remote areas. The coastal harbor, mountain terrain and magnificent landscapes make Wellington region a virtual treat for vacationers. Wellington region gets more sunshine than the major cities of Auckland and Christchurch. The high sunshine hours, with cool and non polluted air, gives the city a bright, clear environment.

Wellington city the capital of New Zealand is the main city of Wellington region. Located on such significant geographical location, gives Wellington region an edge over other regions of New Zealand. Wellington region is known as the windy region, winter and spring months in particular, are very windy here. There is a popular saying about Wellington ‘You can’t beat Wellington on a good day’, which is true to all extent. Wellington is a lively region, offers great shopping, restaurants and nightlife. The region is bustling with energy all year round.

Kapiti Island, Paraparaumu, Wairarapa and Martin borough are some of the other famous places in Wellington region. Wairarapa in Wellington region is home to many well-known vineyards of New Zealand. Tourists visit these wineries around the year and enjoy free tasting available. Wellington region is home to the best coffee in the world; Café Lafarre and The Lido are renowned for their scrumptious coffee worldwide.

Wellington Region is also recognized as the Art capital of New Zealand. International Festival of Arts held each year, attracts locals and tourists alike. Besides, holding art festival, Wellington region also hosts Wine and Food festival and the Dragon Boating Festival each year. Wellington region is also the New Zealand port for the British Global Challenge, considered as the most grueling yacht races globally.

Along with playing host to different festivals, Wellington region also has eclectic mix of shops, boutiques and departmental stores. The place offers some of the best shopping opportunities in New Zealand. Often considered as the shopper’s paradise for the great range of shopping experience one can enjoy here. Home to the Royal New Zealand Ballet and the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, Wellington has national opera and musical groups. Professional theatres operate over the year in Wellington, and there are live shows almost every night.

The deep rooted Maori history and rich cultural heritage can be found everywhere in the Wellington region. There are well preserved cultural sites around the region. Te Papa Museum the leading museum of New Zealand, with interactive displays is the most visited place in Wellington region.