Dangerously attractive, find us a visitor who hasn’t succumbed to our capital’s charms… and we’ll show you a liar! A city that’s easy to adore, a weekend in Wellington leaves punters wanting more.
FRIDAY Start the day the Wellington way with a thick slab of toast from Fix and Fogg. Centrally located on Hannahs Laneway, this Wellington-born success story specialises in peanut butter which they slather and serve from a hole-in-the-wall. Once the clock hits 10am, neighbouring Wellington Chocolate Factory opens for tours. Watch the entire bean-to-bar process or sit and sip a decadent hot chocolate. It’ll take a mere 15 minutes to walk to Clyde Quay Wharf from Hannahs Laneway, where you can rent a charming three or sixseater ‘croc-bike’ and take it for a spin along Oriental Bay; easily 38
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one of the prettiest sea-gazing esplanades in the country. Upon returning your bike, Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa is within eyeshot; New Zealand’s world-famous national museum has an exhibit to fascinate every visitor. After lunch, hit the shops on Lambton Quay or take the Cable Car into the hills of Kelburn for impressive views, the Botanic Garden, Cable Car Museum and Space Place Observatory. Come evening, enjoy a pleasurable dawdle down Cuba Street, packed with bohemian boutiques and a wealth of dining options. For an aperitif (or night cap) try the mysterious Night
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PSST! Nothing in this itinerary requires a car. Go and explore by the power of public transport and your mighty two feet!
Flower. Somewhat a hidden gem, peek between Cuba Street’s 1154 Pastaria and The Rogue & Vagabond to find it. The cocktails are a favourite amongst local celebs.
