Wellington Whats on - Jasons Travel Media

F RE E G U IDE

Wellington SUMMER 2012/13

VISITOR GUIDE WITH MAPS & VOUCHERS Game Masters Te Papa See What's Hot page 8

SAVE $$$ see our fantastic voucher offers inside

Discover our world 8dbZ VcY Y^hXdkZg i]Z VbVo^c\ VcY XgZVi^kZ ldgaY Vgi e^ZXZh! Zmfj^h^iZ _ZlZaaZgn VcY WZVji^[ja Wdd`h 路 Vaa ^c V hina^h] VcY lZaXdb^c\ h]dee^c\ YZhi^cVi^dc# Kirkcaldie and Stains, 34 Brandon Street.

Te Papa, Cable Street, Wellington. tepapastore.co.nz Handblown glass vase

by Lynden Over

W 2

Fashion freedom at guilt-free prices

WELLINGTON 24 Main Road, Tawa

dress-smart.co.nz Open 10am-5pm, 7 days TAWA

WELLINGTON CITY

NORTH TAWA/GRANADA NORTH EXIT

WELLINGTON RAILWAY STATION

TO TAWA

TAKAPU RD STOP 3 MINUTES WALK TO DRESS-SMART (SIGN-POSTED)

PORIRUA TAWA ELSDON EXIT

Welcome

2

Wellington Harbour ©Rob Brown PWT

Haere Mai Welcome to Wellington – New Zealand’s Cultural Capital.

New Zealand’s vibrant capital offers the best of city living, with fantastic shopping and dining, a nightlife that positively hums and a wealth of arts and cultural events. The city simply bursts with theatres, galleries, museums, shops and restaurants, making it perfect for a cosmopolitan holiday, or sample the wonderful lifestyle attractions of Porirua, Hutt Valley and the Wairarapa.

Make sure you get the most from your stay by keeping your copy of Jasons Wellington What’s On close at hand as you explore Wellington, Porirua, Hutt Valley, the Wairarapa and Wellington region. We provide all the latest events in our What’s On calendar, as well as easy to use maps, handy information to help you with accommodation, shopping, dining and transport, and plenty of great ideas for sightseeing and activities.

Enjoy your stay in Wellington – New Zealand’s Cultural Capital.

Jasons Travel Media Ltd

Published by

PO Box 9390, Newmarket, Auckland 1149 Phone 09 912 8400 Fax 09 912 8401 Email admin@jasons.com

Jasons ‘Wellington What’s On’ is copyright © Jasons Travel Media Ltd. No reproduction of any content, except brief extracts for the purposes of review, without prior written permission of the Publisher. The Publisher has made every endeavour to ensure accuracy of all material, but accepts no responsibility for consequences arising from any errors or omissions which may occur.

Advertising & Sales Paula Cameron

mobile 021 885 888 email paula.c@jasons.com

Editorial Astral Sligo

email whats.on@jasons.com

Graphic Design RGB Design

email studio@rgbdesign.co.nz

Contents

3

Boat sheds ©Positively Wellington Tourism

Wellington at a Glance ......................................... 04 What’s Hot ............................................................ 08 Useful Information ................................................ 12 What’s On ............................................................. 14 Activities ............................................................... 22 Discount Vouchers ................................................ 51 Shopping ............................................................... 55 Dining Out ............................................................ 62 Accommodation ................................................... 69 Transport & Rentals .............................................. 72 Around Wellington ............................................... 74 Wellington Airport................................................ 81 Wellington Maps................................................... 83

Front Cover: Game Masters Te Papa. See page 8.

Dance Central 2 © 2011 Harmonix Music Systems, Inc.

4

Wellington at a Glance W

Plimmerton Titahi Bay

a

Por ir

u

Mana Island

1

PORIRUA Linden Tawa ari Mill Cr uS ee k trea m

Redwood

1

Oh

Glenside

Makara Beach

Ohau Point

am

Makara

a er Ot

a ng

re St

Karor i S tr ea m

Cape Terawhiti

More Maps See Page 79

Johnsonville

We H Khandallah 1 Somes 2 Isla ur rbo a H Karori bton Point H Lam Evans Scorc WELLINGTON Bay Ba

Lyall Bay

COOK STRAIT

5

Wellington at a Glance e

merton

Pauatahanui

a

Por ir

u

Bay

1 rbour Ha To Kapiti Coast & North

UPPER HUTT

Judgeford

58

2

Ko ro koro Stream

Porirua East BELMONT REGIONAL PARK

Melling

To Wairarapa

Stokes Valley 2 Taita er Wingate iv tR t u Naenae H

LOWER HUTT

COOK STRAIT

Seaview

Wainuiomata

Rive r

Eastbourne

RA NG ES

Wa

RIMUTAKA FOREST PARK

A

Go llan s Stream

Well ington

to Picton Ferry

Wellington Harbour Somes-Matiu Island r bou H ar Point Halswell s Scorching Bay

Gracefield

inu iom ata

Petone

K TA U RIM

N

Turakirae Head

5km Š Jasons Travel Media Ltd 2010

6

Wellington at a Glance W

New Zealand’s scenic capital is a city with attitude

Wellington City

Wellington Harbour ©PWT

A premier food and culture destination, New Zealand’s cosmopolitan capital enjoys a wealth of arts, heritage and cultural events, theatres, eclectic cafés, world class restaurants, museums, galleries and designer stores – all within easy walking distance. Busy Courtenay Place is the heart of the city’s nightlife and a favourite dining precinct. The city has a spectacular natural setting, nestled between the harbour and hills, and bordered by beautiful beaches and bays.

Wellington’s Waterfront

Wellington Underground Market

Wellington’s waterfront is a microcosm of the city at large – a busy and vibrant place packed with heritage buildings, cultural activities, parks, sculpture, bars and restaurants. Visitors can stroll around Oriental Parade, past live entertainment, or through the writer’s walk, which celebrates 11 literary icons with strong connections to Wellington, including Katherine Mansfield, and James K Baxter. The more adventurous can rent kayaks or go rock climbing; others can simply sit back with a meal or a drink and soak up the atmosphere.

Wairarapa

©GO Wairarapa

A sophisticated wine scene, delicious gourmet produce, and quaint village shops, cafés and boutique accommodation are all on offer in the small but sophisticated towns of Wairarapa. Just over an hour’s drive from Wellington, the region has a relaxed ‘country’ pace, and the charming townships make an ideal base for exploring the vineyards, forest parks and scenic coastline. Masterton is the main centre, and historic Martinborough is the hub of the region’s thriving wine industry.

Porirua

Titahi Bay Beach, Porirua

Nestled around the shoreline of Porirua Harbour, Porirua is an interesting blend of modern mega stores, local produce markets, small museums and scenic reserves and parks. Plimmerton Beach is popular with swimmers and windsurfers. Pauatahanui Wildlife Reserve and Colonial Knob Scenic Reserve are just two of many areas that can be explored on 30 historic trails and walkways.

Porirua is 20km north of Wellington city.

7

Wellington at a Glance e

Weta Cave Weta, the Academy Award-winning company that brought Lord of the Rings, Avatar and District 9 to life, has opened its doors to the public with the Weta Cave. Anyone who loves the intricacies of costume creation and special effects, from great homegrown films to Hollywood blockbusters, will love exploring The Weta Cave, on the corner of Weta Workshop in the suburb of Miramar. The Weta Cave Film screening has been extended with new footage, showcasing a snapshot of Weta projects, and new displays have recently been added, making it a great time to visit.

Daily, 9am-5:30pm, phone 04 380 9361, email wetacave@wetanz.co.nz

Weta Cave

Hutt Valley The Hutt Valley is just 15 minutes drive north of Wellington. The cities of Lower and Upper Hutt make up the Hutt Valley region.

Rugged regional parks, scenic reserves, the Hutt River, walking trails, golf courses and eastern beaches of Wellington harbour offer a wealth of recreational opportunities, from river swimming to canoeing, and a range of shopping experiences can be enjoyed alongside the lively cafe scene. The Hutt Valley is easily accessible by public transport and is just a short drive from Wellington City.

Hutt Valley

Eastern Bays The seaside villages of Days Bay and Eastbourne in the Eastern Bays are excellent places to experience another aspect of the Hutt Valley. There are great walkways and beaches, take time to stroll along the streets looking at the houses, village shops or grab a book and relax at any of the cafes.

Kapiti Coast The Kapiti District covers 40km of coastal plain and is located 45 minutes drive north of Wellington. The Kapiti Coast stretches from the small village of Paekakariki in the south to the rural township of Otaki in the north. Known as the Nature Coast the region offers a stunning natural environment, see the magnificent Kapiti Island, a national wildlife sanctuary, take your shoes off and walk along unspoilt beaches, enjoy the quietness of a forest walk or shop for unique arts and crafts.

An ideal place for those who want to relax away from the central area of Wellington city.

Eastbourne

Kapiti Island

8

What’s Hot

Game Masters

Game Masters at Te Papa Play your way through 40 years of gaming history over three spectacular interactive zones. Discover the gods of gaming.

Game Masters features over 100 playable games from some of the world’s most influential video game designers.

You’ll see rare original artwork, watch revealing interviews, and play on original arcade machines, sourced from collectors around the world and restored to their former glory.

Experience the white-knuckle adrenaline rush of Yu Suzuki’s Out Run and Hang-On. Show your hot dance moves in Alex Rigopulous and Eran Egozy’s Dance Central 2. Test yourself in a four-player version of Firemint’s Real Racing 2. And immerse yourself in a 3D display of Tetsuya Mizuguchi’s Child of Eden.

Game Masters also features two home-grown games: Chopper 2,

by David Frampton, and Shatter – a brick-breaking game with a retro feel, created by New Zealand’s largest game producer, Sidhe.

From Space Invaders to Angry Birds, Game Masters brings the evolution and artistry of video games to your fingertips.

Exhibition organised by the Australian Centre for the Moving Image, Melbourne, Australia.

Runs from 15 December until 28 April 2013 in the Visa Platinum Gallery, Level 4. Admission charges apply.

Visit tepapa.govt.nz/gamemasters for a preview.

What’s Hot

9

Shen Yun Shen Yun takes you on a journey through five thousand years of divinely inspired culture, a journey where the wisdom of ancient China, the world’s finest classical Chinese dancers, gorgeous hand-crafted costumes, and massive animated backdrops come together in one spectacular performance.

It is a grand production with nearly 100 artists, 400 costumes, and the only orchestra in the world featuring both classical Western and Chinese instruments.

See Shen Yun and discover why artists and theatre goers around the world are calling this performance a miracle – breathtaking, mesmerising, and inspiring.

Only two performances – February 5–6 – so book now to avoid disappointment. Venue: St James Theatre, 77–87 Courtenay Place.

Book tickets through 0800 TICKETEK (0800 842 538) or +64 4 384 3840

Blue Smoke: Portraits from the Lost Dawn of New Zealand Popular Music It’s another Saturday night in the 1950s. Downtown – in all New Zealand towns – couples gather in ball-gowns and tuxedos, or just frocks and sports coats. They’re heading for the dance: at the Majestic Cabaret in Wellington, the Peter Pan in Auckland, and countless other halls around New Zealand. The foxtrot is giving way to the jive, and soon the twist will separate dancing couples for good.

Jack Swinburne’s Havana Band. Image courtesy of Belwood Studios/Stan Hills family

10

ThingsWhat’s to See & Hot Do Inspired by the book by Chris Bourke, which revealed a lost musical world in the dancehall days before rock’n’roll, Blue Smoke the exhibition features dozens of images from the book, showing the variety and chic of the musicians and their audiences.

Last year, the book scooped the NZ Post Book Awards, winning the Book of the Year, General Non-Fiction and People’s Choice awards. Blue Smoke has recently been adapted for an acclaimed radio series on Radio New Zealand.

The New Zealand Portrait Gallery’s engaging exhibition chronicles half a century of change and brings this lost musical world to life. It was an era of rapid evolution, in tastes and technology. Sheet music gave way to radio and records, while on dance floors the Charleston cut in on the waltz.

W W t

Exhibition runs from 13 December–24 February, 2013.

Venue: New Zealand Portrait Gallery, Shed 11 Queen's Wharf, Wellington Waterfront.

Wellington Movie Tour

Weta Cave

If you want to experience a tour like no other, then join a Wellington Movie Tour while visiting New Zealand’s movie capital.

You will see filming locations where so many famous scenes from the Lord of the Rings trilogy were shot. Exclusive on-location movie clips and behind-the-scenes facts bring new light to your tour experience. To add fun and context of your photographs, there are props to hand.

You’ll see where the award-winning studios are and an informational video will explain what is happening inside these very secretive complexes. A visit to the Weta Cave, at special effects company Weta Workshop, is a great way to finish your tour.

There are three tour options: The morning $85 Valley Movie Tour takes you north through the Hutt Valley; the afternoon $45 Wellington Movie Tour takes you south of the city. The $115 Ultimate Movie Tour combines the Valley and Wellington tours for the ultimate in movie tour experiences.

Scenes include: Helm’s Deep, Minas Tirith, Isengard, Rivendell, Aragorn Washed Ashore, Departure of Boromir, Orc Chant, Weathertop, Dunharrow Plateau, Hobbiton Woods and Village of Bree.

Adventure Safari Tours visit www.adventuresafari.co.nz or phone +64 27 419 3077.

E l

P

CIRCA THEATRE

Wellington’s premiere theatre venue on the Wellington waterfront, producing world-class theatre in a relaxed environment to thrilled audiences for 36 years.

17 NOV–22 DEC & 2–12 JANUARY CIRCA ONE

CINDERELLA THE PANTOMIME

By Roger Hall Directed by Susan Wilson Songs by Michael Nicholas Williams & Paul Jenden

“The perfect family treat!” A glittering, fairytale pantomime with dazzling costumes and lots of fun and laughter, Cinderella has it all. “Fresh … lively … gorgeous music … bright costumes … a rattling good family show!”” — Theatreview 19 JANUARY – 16 FEBRUARY CIRCA ONE

KINGS OF THE GYM A brand new comedy by Dave Armstrong Directed by Danny Mulheron

PC vs PE! From the team who brought you the smash hit The Motor Camp, playwright Dave Armstrong and director Danny Mulheron again combine talents to present a delightfully romantic and wickedly entertaining comedy set in a school gym. Starring Ginette McDonald.

23 FEB – 30 MARCH CIRCA ONE

YOU CAN ALWAYS HAND THEM BACK

By Roger Hall Directed by Jane Waddell

Maurice and Cath’s kids have left home, the nest is empty, they’re enjoying retirement and being by themselves. However, grandchildren arrive, plunging Maurice and Cath into a new life that they find delightful, inspirational, and exhausting. This is vintage Hall – see it, or miss something special.

RIGHT NEXT TO TE PAPA (1 TARANAKI ST) BOOKINGS 04 801 7992 WWW.CIRCA.CO.NZ SHOWS TUESDAY–SUNDAY Encore Bar and Restaurant – an exceptional waterfront location and a fresh approach to theatre dining. Come and enjoy a pre-show dinner, dessert or after-show cocktail.

Please phone 801-7996 to book your table.

12

Useful Information

Accident & Emergency Medical & Dental Centres Accident & Urgent Medical Centre – Open 8am-11pm every day including Public Holidays. X-ray facilities and Pharmacy onsite.

No appointment needed. Owned and operated by Wellington GPs. 17 Adelaide Road, Newtown – opposite McDonalds, Basin Reserve.

Phone 04 384 4944.

City Medical Centre – General Practice and travel medicine in the CBD. Hours 8am-5pm, Monday - Friday.

Level One, 10 Brandon Street, Wellington, phone 471 2161. www.citymedical.co.nz Wellington Hospital – Riddiford Street, Newtown, phone 385 5999.

Kenepuru Hospital – Raiha Street, Porirua, phone 237 0179.

Hutt Hospital – High Street, Lower Hutt, phone 566 6999.

Paraparaumu Hospital – Warrimoo St, Paraparaumu, phone 298 6069.

Airport Info & Travel Routes – refer pages 81-82 Banks & ATMS Trading banks are normally open Monday-Friday, from 9am4.30pm. There are ATMs (money machines) and exchange facilities at most banks and several other locations in the central city.

Carparks Civic Square (entrance off Harris Street).

Clifton Terrace (entrance off The Terrace).

Michael Fowler Centre (entrance off Wakefield Street).

Several other carparks are located throughout the city. On weekends, ten designated carparks offer parking for $3 for up to 6 hours, visit www.wellingtonnz.com/know_wellington

Electricity Electricity is 230 volts, 50 hertz. Accommodation provide 110 volt, 20 watt sockets only for electric shavers.

Emergencies Police, Fire and Ambulance, phone 111.

Wellington Central Police Station is located at the corner of Victoria and Harris Streets, phone 04 381 2000.

Embassies/Consulates Australia 72 Hobson Street, Thorndon, phone 473 6411.

Germany 90 Hobson Street, Thorndon, phone 473 6063.

United Kingdom 44 Hill Street, Thorndon, phone 924 2888.

13

Useful Info Japan Levels 18 & 19, 100 Willis Street, phone 473 1540.

USA 29 Fitzherbert Terrace, Thorndon, phone 462 6000.

Foreign Exchange NZ Post will convert foreign cash to $NZ without a commission at any PostShop, for details visit www.nzpost.co.nz/foreigncurrency/ NZ Post, 43 Manners St, Mon-Fri, 8am-5.30pm, ph 04 473 5922.

Travelex Financial Services NZ Ltd 120 Lambton Quay, phone 472 8346.

Main Terminal, Wellington International Airport, phone 801 0130.

GST A Goods & Services Tax (GST) of 15% is applied to all goods and services, except duty-free purchases.

Library Wellington Central Library, 65 Victoria Street. Open 9.30am8.30pm Mon-Thurs; 9.30am-9pm Friday; 9.30am-5pm Saturday; 1-4pm Sunday, phone 801 4040.

Phone Services When phoning Wellington numbers from out of town, dial 04 first.

Local calls from a Telecom payphone cost $1 a call. You can use a Telecom PhoneCard or any major credit card on any payphone.

AT&T direct 000 911 National directory 018 International directory 0172 National tolls 010 International tolls 0170

Postal Services NZ Post, 43 Manners St, Mon-Fri, 8am-5.30pm, ph 04 473 5922.

Post Restante, Mon-Fri, 8am-5.30pm, Sat 10am-1.30pm.

Public Transport & Rentals – refer pages 66-67 For all bus, train and ferry information, contact Metlink, freephone 0800 801 700, visit www.metlink.org.nz.

Taxis Corporate Cabs Hutt & City Taxis Wellington Combined Taxis

Phone 387 4600 Phone 570 0057 Phone 384 4444

Visitor Information Wellington i-SITE Visitor Centre – Cnr Victoria & Wakefield Sts (Civic Square), Wellington. Ph 802 4860. www.WellingtonNZ.com

Hutt City i-SITE Visitor Centre – 25 Laings Road, Lower Hutt.

Phone 560 4715. www.huttvalleynz.com

Upper Hutt i-SITE Visitor Centre – Expressions Arts and Entertainment Centre, 836 Fergusson Drive Phone 04 527 2168 www.upperhuttcity.com/isite

Masterton i-SITE Visitor Centre – Cnr Dixon & Bruce Sts, Masterton.

Phone 06 370 0900. www.wairarapanz.com

Porirua i-SITE Visitor Centre – 8 Cobham Court, Porirua City.

Phone 237 8088. www.discoverporirua.co.nz

14

What’s On

RNZB – Made to Move Photo: Ross Brown

Dance 27 February–2 March, Made to Move This Royal New Zealand Ballet triple bill will see Artistic Director, Ethan Stiefel’s spirited comedy set in a Bavarian beer hall. Former RNZB dancer turned choreographer Andrew Simmons creates the follow-up to 2010’s haunting A Song in the Dark, a hit with New Zealand and European audiences. Lastly, award-winning Venezuelan choreographer Javier de Frutos returns to create a new piece inspired by the Pacific. Javier continues to make dance works to both critical and popular acclaim, including a recent collaboration with Pet Shop Boys.

Venue: St James Theatre, 77–87 Courtenay Place, Te Aro, Wellington.

Ph: 0800 842 538 www.ticketek.co.nz

Exhibitions Until 27 January, Wildlife Photographer Of The Year – 2011 This powerful collection of pictures contains extraordinary action shots, memorable underwater images, dramatic landscapes and unforgettable environmental reportage. Each David Lloyd – Tail stunning photograph is accompanied by an extended caption that explains where and how it was taken.

Venue: PATAKA Art + Museum, Cnr Norrie and Parumoana Streets, Porirua City

Daily, Arcade: Homegrown Video Games Celebrates the extraordinary skills and creativity of the New Zealand gaming industry, focusing on the striking visual effects designed by our most talented and influential gaming artists.

Venue: The Dowse Art Museum, 45 Laings Rd, Lower Hutt City Council.

Visit: dowse.org.nz

Daily, Play The Dowse invites you to come and play with us this summer during the Silbery Longrun Season of Play. Play is an exhibition of play furniture, playscapes and play-objects created by international artists and designers.

Venue: The Dowse Art Museum, 45 Laings Rd, Lower Hutt City Council.

Visit: dowse.org.nz

What’s On

15

Saskia Leek

Daily, Saskia Leek: Desk Collection In an era of ever larger and louder artworks, Saskia Leek is known for the intimate quality of her paintings. Desk Collection brings together nearly 60 of her works in a survey exhibition spanning 1994–2012.

Venue: The Dowse Art Museum, 45 Laings Rd, Lower Hutt City Council.

Visit: dowse.org.nz

Until 27 January, Jeffrey Harris: By Definition A suite of 12 aquatint prints from The Dowse Collection made by New Zealand artist Jeffrey Harris in 1988.

Venue: The Dowse Art Museum, 45 Laings Rd, Lower Hutt City Council.

Visit: dowse.org.nz

Until 10 February, Lauren Winstone: Holding Holes A ceramics exhibition by Auckland artist Lauren Winstone that draws on modernist forms to explore the relationship between parts and wholes.

Venue: The Dowse Art Museum, 45 Laings Rd, Lower Hutt City Council.

Visit: dowse.org.nz

Untill 10 February, Artists’ Film International Artists’ film international is a collaborative project organised by a group of international institutions that select a work by an artist based in their country and sends it to all the other venues to be screened. Films will be screened from Belgrade, Berlin, Bergamo, Buenos Aires, Haifa, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong, Istanbul, London, Marfa, Texas and Tangier.

Venue: City Gallery Wellington, Civic Square 101 Wakefield Street, CBD. Ph: 64 4 801 3021 www.citygallery.org.nz

Lindah Lepou, Taema, 2012. Digital print on di-bond. Photographer David Buckleton

Untill 10 February, Kermadec In May 2011 the Kermadec initiative of the Pew Environment Group invited nine artists to sail on the HMNZS Otago through the Kermadec waters north of mainland New Zealand. The journey of over 2,000 kms, from Auckland to Raoul Island and on to Tonga, was an opportunity to experience the most remote region of this country.

The group includes work from Gregory O’Brien, painter–printmaker

16

ThingsWhat’s to See & Do On Robin White, painter John Reynolds, sculptor Elizabeth Thomson and celebrated Australian multi-media artist Fiona Hall. Drawing on a variety of approaches and media, the artworks created by these artists speak eloquently of an encounter with the Kermadec Islands, the Pacific Ocean, the wildlife and of human interactions within that environment.

Venue: City Gallery Wellington, Civic Square 101 Wakefield Street, CBD. Ph: 64 4 801 3021 www.citygallery.org.nz Kermadec Sunday Island

The Sophist’s Mirror Ben Cauchi Ben Cauchi, Self Portrait with Lamp

Wellington Cathedral of St. Paul

Untill 17 February, The Sophist’s Mirror: Ben Cauchi Berlin-based Kiwi photographer Ben Cauchi’s striking images seem to arrive from another time and place, yet are thoroughly of the present. He works almost exclusively with the wet-collodion photographic process that dates back to the mid-nineteenth century and the ‘birth’ of the medium, producing ambrotypes and tintypes, unique images on glass and metal.

Venue: City Gallery Wellington, Civic Square 101 Wakefield Street, CBD. Ph: 64 4 801 3021 www.citygallery.org.nz

Family Daily, Wellington Cathedral of St. Paul Open daily 10–4pm. The Cathedral is the flagship of the Anglican Church in the city, a place of worship, hospitality and education.

Feel the size, discover the Lady Chapel, be awed by the choir, take time to pray and light a candle. Visitors welcome to all services.

Venue: Corner of Hill and Molesworth Sts, Thorndon. Ph: 64 4 801 3021.

Sundays: 8am, 10am, 5pm. Weekdays 12.15pm, Thursday 5.30pm Choral Evensong. Christmas Eve: Childrens’ service 4.30pm; Midnight Mass 11pm.

Christmas Day: 7.45am, Eucharist 10am. www.wellingtoncathedral.org.nz

Daily, National War Memorial & Tomb Of The Unknown Warrior The iconic 50 metre National War Memorial and its Tomb of the Unknown Warrior are a must-see on any visit to the capital.

Experience a commemorative service, view displays and exhibitions of New Zealand military commitment and sacrifice, and hear a recital on the 74 bells of the world’s third largest carillon. A beautiful place for personal pilgrimage.

Venue: 7 Buckle Street (200m from the Basin Reserve), Te Aro, Wellington. Ph: 04 385 2496 Open 10.30am–4.30pm Mon to Sat; 12.00pm-4.30pm Sundays. www.nationalwarmemorial.govt.nz

17

What’s On Daily, Reserve Bank Museum There are some great summer holiday activities at the Reserve Bank Museum with kids’ quizzes (junior and intermediate), interactive displays. Take-away bags of shredded notes make for a great souvenir of this interesting place to take kids, age five and up. By popular demand the exhibition celebrating the Queen’s Jubilee is still running – with an examination of the face of the monarchy on current and past currency as well as archival film.

Check the website www.rbnzmuseum.govt.nz Also see advertisement and listing on p41 and 50.

Daily, Wellington Zoo Get closer than ever at Wellington Zoo’s new Asia Precinct. See more, hear more, and feel more at the new ASB Malayan Sun Bear and Pub Charity Sumatran Tiger exhibits.

General Zoo admission fees apply – see the website for more details as they are updating progress all the time.

Venue: Wellington Zoo, 200 Daniell Street, Newtown, Wellington. Ph: 04 381 6755 www.wellingtonzoo.com

Daily, Jack’s Boathouse Climb aboard the dinghy and watch a film in the newly opened Jack’s Boathouse. Step into an interactive wonderland crammed with all sorts of curious objects from the collections such as matchstick boats and conch shells.

Open 10am to 5pm with free entry.

Sumatran Tiger Wellington Zoo

Venue: Museum of Wellington City & Sea, Queens Wharf, Wellington. Ph: 04 472 8904, or visit www.museumswellington.org.nz

6 December, Operatunity Christmas Pantomime – Puss in Gumboots Puss in Gumboots is a pantomime with lots of silliness, fun, laughs and slapstick as Puss journeys through many escapades, meeting some very colourful characters along the way.

The English-style panto is written for adults, but is suitable for children of all ages. Featuring top line professional singers, includes lots of famous songs, some adapted to fit into the mad and colourful story line. 11am.

Jack's Boathouse

Venue: Southwards Theatre, Otaihanga Road, Paraparaumu, Kapiti Coast. Ph: 0508 266 237 www.operatunity.co.nz

Music 9 December – Stroma: Blue Page The final concert in Stroma's three-concert series will see Wellington multi-instrumentalist

Operatunity Christmas Pantomine Puss in Gumboots

18

ThingsWhat’s to See & Do On Adam Page join Stroma in Blue Page, an evening of blues-inspired works.

Venue: Downstage, Wellington. 6.30pm & 8.30pm Book at Ticketek 0800 TICKETEK www.ticketek.co.nz www.stroma.co.nz

7 December, Freddy Kempf Plays Gershwin Strike up the Band! Freddy Kempf, one of today’s most successful pianists, plays Gershwin with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. Freddy will play three of Gershwin’s four piano concertos, including ‘I Got Rhythm’ Variations and Rhapsody in Blue. Tap your toes through a concert that celebrates the American genius who ripped jazz off the streets and put it in the concert hall, creating music of enduring popularity.

Venue: Michael Fowler Centre, 111 Wakefield St, Wellington. Visit www.nzso.co.nz

Morrissey

14 December, Morrissey Often credited as the man who patented indie music for the masses; Morrissey’s wit, swelling guitar anthems and signature sorrow have defined a musical path that many other bands have since travelled down.

Joining Morrissey on tour will be American singer/songwriter Kristeen Young whose performances are marked by wildly emotional energy and mastering of the piano.

Venue: Wellington Town Hall, 111 Wakefield Street, CBD. Ph: 0800 842 538 www.ticketek.co.nz

15 December, NZSO performance of Handel’s Messiah Featuring a fantastic line-up of soloists and conducted by Graham Abbott. It’s the perfect way to celebrate Christmas and promises to be a very special performance of a festive favourite – a good one to take your family along to.

Venue: Michael Fowler Centre, 111 Wakefield St, Wellington. Visit www.nzso.co.nz or www.ticketek.co.nz

26 December, Heavyweight Kings of Rock Shihad, fresh from serving a hearty dose of The Meanest to huge audiences during their Australian tour in September, now announce their near traditional Summer tour through New Zealand. After the massive 2012 tours in New Zealand and Australia celebrating The Meanest, it seemed appropriate that Shihad invite two of New Zealand's finest new (and newer) rock bands, I Am Giant and King Cannons to join them and pin the moniker, The Heavyweight Kings of Rock, on the tour.

Shidad

Venue: The Station Village Complex, 499 Hutt Rd, Alicetown, Lower Hutt. www.ticketmaster.co.nz

19

What’s On 15 January, Band of Horses Stopping off on their way to Australian’s Big Day Out festival, Band of Horses will showcase their latest album, Mirage Rock.

Mirage Rock sees the group developing new directions for their much-loved brand of harmony soaked Americana.

Venue: The Wellington Town Hall 111 Wakefield St, Wellington. Ph: 0800 842 538 www.ticketek.co.nz

28 January, Sir Cliff Richard Sir Cliff Richard OBE has sold more than 250 million records and has had a ceaseless performance schedule spanning the 54 years of his career. The singer born Harry Rodger Webb, holds with Elvis Presley the honour of having made the UK singles chart in every one of its first six decades and is the third biggest selling recording act in the UK ever.

Band of Horses

Venue: TSB Bank Arena, Queen’s Wharf, Wellington Ph: 0800 842 538 www.ticketek.co.nz

17 February, Summer Vineyard Tour The wine will be chilled, the acts will be hot and the surrounds picture perfect. The More FM Summer Vineyard Tour is back for 2013 and heading to Te Kairanga Vineyard in Martinborough, less than two hours from Wellington city. One of New Zealand’s best loved acts, OPSHOP, are set to headline the countryside convoy, alongside Aria Award winning Australian Artist Missy Higgins. Also performing are Iconic Kiwi artists Che-Fu and Aaradhna will join them on the road, performing a highly anticipated Soul set together, as well as their classic solo hits.

Cliff Richard

Venue: Te Kairanga Vineyard, 89 Martins Road, Martinborough. Ph: (06) 306 9122 www.summervineyardtour.co.nz

Outdoors & Sport Daily, Colonial Cottage Garden Discover the wonders of the Cottage garden in full bloom with a self-guided tour. Marvel at its beauty, sample some of the wild fruits, and meet our heritage chickens.

Opshop

Venue: Colonial Cottage Museum, 68 Nairn Street, Mount Cook, Wellington. Ph: 04 384 9122 or visit www.museumswellington.org.nz

Weekly, Tuesday Night Social Mountain Biking Every Tuesday night you can go for a mountainbike ride around the Makara and Wrights hill areas. Be ready to leave Mud Cycles in Karori at 6.30pm and enjoy a ride with likeminded individuals. It’s always on –

Missy Higgins

20

ThingsWhat’s to See & Do On neither rain, or snow will cancel it. It’s a casual ride at a talk and banter pace – race pace is only allowed on the downs. Bring your trail bikes or your XC bikes. Trails will depend on who shows but will differ every week. Casual riders and visitors to Wellington welcome.

Venue: Mud Cycles 421 Karori Road, Karori, Wellington. Ph: 04 4764 961. www.mudcycles.co.nz

19 January 2013, BMX Jump Ramp Day BMX jump ramp off the wharf, craft and food stalls, kids rides, music. 10am–4pm.

BMX Jump Ramp Day

Venue: Days Bay Eastbourne. www.capitalproductions.co.nz

17 February, AMI Round the Bays 2013 Join in the buzz of Wellington’s biggest fun run and walk with 7km or half marathon options available. Both distance options take advantage of a picturesque course which winds its way around Wellington’s stunning inner city harbour before converging on Kilbirnie Park for live entertainment and food.

Starts at 8am, book your space now.

Info and entry: www.wellingtonroundthebays.co.nz/

Special Events Daily, Crown Jewels at the Coronation Café There’s no need to travel to London to view the crown jewels – the Museum of Wellington City & Sea has replicas with all the glamour of the originals. Made for the New Zealand Centennial Exhibition in 1940, these gems will sit alongside quirky contemporary crowns made by a range of local artists. While you’re here, enjoy a coffee or tea in our Coronation Café adorned with union jacks, bunting and everything royal.

Open 10am to 5pm with free entry. Venue: Museum of Wellington City & Sea, Queens Wharf, Wellington.

Ph: 04 472 8904, visit www.museumswellington.org.nz Crown Jewels

WellingtonNZ.com

1–2 February, Hertz Rugby Sevens Thousands of fans embrace the passion and energy of Sevens rugby and turn Wellington into a carnival of colour and costumes. A major event on the national sporting calendar, the Hertz Sevens features teams representing 16 countries from all over the world in a two day action packed tournament. Each year 35,000 fans flock to the capital crowding flights, streets and bars alike with a flurry of costumes and fun: groups flock to the streets dressed as superheroes, robbers, pirates and ninjas, before heading to Westpac Stadium to cheer on their team.

Venue: Westpac Stadium

21

What’s On 21 January, Birdman Wellington Crazy costumes jumping off the wharf competition in conjunction with Forest & Bird. The fun starts at 10am and goes to 5pm, come see who will fly and enjoy markets, live music, food, kids rides. www.birdman.org.nz

Theatre Until 22 December, Roger Hall’s Cinderella – the Pantomime New Zealand’s famous playwright’s take on a glittering fairytale pantomime with dazzling costumes and lots of fun and laughter. Starring a fabulous Fairy Godmother, two hilarious dames – the sensational Ugly Sisters – a sweet Cinders, reluctant Prince Charming, a pumpkin coach and a happy-ever-after ending, Cinderella is fun for everyone. “Pantos are about fun…full of magic and music…Go, laugh, spot the mice and sing the Pantomime Whirl – you know you want to!” Capital Times.

Birdman

Venue: Circa One, 1 Taranaki Street. Ph: 04 801 7992

5–22 December, A Christmas Carol Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol is one of the stories that gave us many Christmas traditions in which we still indulge today.

In it we meet the characters that have become synonymous with the good will and happiness of the human spirit – Bob Cratchet and Tiny Tim, for example – as well as the penny-pinching, unfeeling Scrooge. Join Scrooge as he goes on a journey of selfredemption through the visitation of several mysterious apparitions.

Venue: Circa Two, 1 Taranaki Street. Ph: 04 801 7992

Circa Theatre events see page 11 Te Papa events see page 46

Markets & Fairs 1 December, Civic Crafts Market, Cuba St Stalls with beautiful local crafts and creative items, from 10am–5pm.

8 December, Karori Fair Day; 9 December, Khandallah Village Fair.

For more information visit: www.capitalproductions.co.nz

Every Saturday in January, Aro Valley Summer Fun Markets, bands and music, films, cafe, bike polo, bike rides, workshops, family activities, from 10am–10pm.

Venue: Aro Park and Community Centre, 48 Aro St. Photo Nick Servian

22

Activities

Kayaks in Harbour Photo by Jason Elsworth,PWT

Our cosmopolitan capital makes a big splash with an exciting array of options, from cultural and heritage attractions to adventure activities The capital’s compact size makes it easy to explore on foot and a good way to begin is to catch the city’s historic Cable Car up to the beautiful Botanic Gardens to enjoy the stunning views.

Down at Wellington’s waterfront, harbour views complement a range of leisure attractions. Join the locals for a stroll along Oriental Parade, catch the ferry across to the beach, bush trails and cafés of Days Bay or discover the city’s lively maritime history at the Museum of Wellington.

Historic Thorndon is interesting to explore, wandering among its heritage buildings and colonial charm. Drop by Old St Paul’s and Wellington Cathedral, pay a visit to the National Library and the National War Memorial, or take a tour of the Parliament Buildings – the nation’s political powerhouse.

Action seekers have plenty of options, with rock climbing, laser gaming, 10-pin bowling and skating, or hire a cycle and explore under your own steam. If that doesn’t appeal, a host of sightseeing tours covers every option, from scenic helicopter flights and gourmet wine escapes to tours of the Lord of the Rings locations and the city’s hot spots. There are guided walks and gourmet food tours as well.

Laying claim to the title of New Zealand’s cultural capital means the city is simply bursting with theatres, galleries and museums.

Take in a late night show at a theatre or cinema, discover New Zealand’s ‘Awesome Forces’ at Te Papa Tongarewa, or check out the screenings at The Film Archive. There are great museums and galleries around town as well – browse the exhibitions at City Gallery and TheNewDowse, step back in time at The Colonial Cottage, visit the Olympic Museum and Reserve Bank Museum, or learn about Pacific culture at PATAKA. For outdoor fun, discover the Rainforest Walk at Wellington Zoo, take a seal coast safari up the rugged coast, or check out the native wildlife at ZEALANDIA.

23

Activities Summer Season 2012/13 City Gallery Wellington Opening 4 Oct. 2012 Open Daily 10am – 5pm www.citygallery.org.nz Free Entry

City Gallery Wellington is managed by the Wellington Museums Trust with major funding support from Wellington City Council

REVIVING 5,000 YEARS OF CIVILIZATION.

FEB 5–6

ST JAMES THEATRE, WELLINGTON Tickets: 0800 842 538

FEB 8–9

THE CIVIC, AUCKLAND Tickets: 0800 289 842

ShenYun2013.org

24

Activities

Adventure AERIAL OBSTACLE

see ad pg 26

ADRENALIN FOREST Test your limits, Conquer your fear.

Best described as a multi level aerial obstacle course.

Participants negotiate a series of rope bridges, tarzan swings and flying foxes (up to 100m long) from platforms constructed in the tree canopy. The adventure park is now 5 pathways, featuring 80 challenges, up to 25m high and almost 2kms in length.

Okowai Road, Porirua Phone 0800 TO GO APE 0800 86 46 273 Email: wellington@adrenalin-forest.co.nz www.adrenalin-forest.co.nz

CYCLING

see ad page 33

MUD CYCLES Experience Wellington’s best adventure activity!

Mountainbiking and bike hire. We also design rides catering for all levels. Options range from easy sightseeing adventures through to advanced technical trails for the thrill seekers!

421 Karori Road, phone 476 4961. Email mudcycles@mudcycles.co.nz www.mudcycles.co.nz

HELI TOURS

see ad page 25

HELIPRO WELLINGTON HELI TOURS Fly over our capital’s landmarks – The Beehive, Cake Tin and Te Papa. Access other remote regions including Martinborough, the Marlborough Sounds and Kaikoura Coast. Combinations include; weekend escapes, wineries, heli lunches and dolphin tours.

Shed 1, Queens Wharf, Wellington, phone 04 472 1550 or 0800 helipro.

Email wellington@helipro.co.nz www.helipro.co.nz

MOVIE TOUR

see ad page 43

WELLINGTON ROVER TOURS The LORD OF THE RINGS TOUR specialists in Wellington. Our FULL and HALF DAY RINGS tours visit the Outer Shire, Rivendell, Isengard, River Anduin, Helms Deep, Minas Tirith and include a souvenir map and happy hobbitlike storytelling guide. Our FULL DAY RINGS TOUR also includes lunch, we visit the Wellywood Suburbs, Dunharrow, the Village Bree and a chance to explore the WETA CAVE. We bring Middle Earth alive for you.

Departs City Hotels and Info Centre, Wakefield Street.

Phone 021 426 211. www.wellingtonrover.co.nz

MOVIE TOUR

see ad page 48

WELLINGTON MOVIE TOURS See up to 25 Lord of the Rings scenes. Review the movie clips on location. Behind-the-scenes stories. Come and experience the ultimate in movie tours.

Phone 027 419 3077. www.movietours.co.nz

SEAL SAFARI

see ad page 44

SEAL COAST SAFARI Have you ever had a muffin with a seal?

Well, you can on Seal Coast Safari! Let the fabulous views take your breath away as we climb over hills and farmland. We then drop down to the sea and 4WD on the beaches of Wellington’s rugged South Coast to the famous Leaning Lighthouse and its seals. Seals guaranteed all year! Qualmark endorsed.

Freephone 0800 73 25 27. Email safari@sealcoast.com. www.sealcoast.com

26

Activities

Wellington Park wellington@adrenalin-forest.co.nz Ph 04 237 8553 Okowai Road, Porirua Wellington

27

SA02/10

Activities

28

Activities

Cable Car ©Wellington Cable Car Company Ltd

Attractions ASTRONOMICAL OBSERVATORY

see ad page 35

CARTER OBSERVATORY A world-class attraction bringing Te Ikaroa, the Milky Way, to you. Journey through the Universe in New Zealand’s newest digital planetarium and celebrate the stories of the Southern Skies in our amazing interactive multimedia exhibition.

Wellington Botanic Gardens, 2 minute walk from top of Cable Car. Phone 04 910 3140. www.carterobservatory.org

CABLE CAR

see ad page 39

WELLINGTON CABLE CAR A great introduction to Wellington for visitors. The cars run from the commercial heart of Lambton Quay, tunnel under the corporate towers of The Terrace and emerge in Kelburn. The ride continues past Kelburn Park and Victoria University to the top of the Botanic Garden. The views from the lookout take in the city’s central business district and out across the harbour to the Hutt Valley and Eastbourne. Runs every 10 minutes. Open 7 days a week.

Phone 472 2199. Fax 472 2200.

FILM EXPERIENCE

see ad page 29

THE FILM ARCHIVE The home of New Zealand’s film and television history. Come and watch your childhood television commercials, newsreels, documentaries, NZ feature films...all available to view for FREE in the Film Archive media library.

Cnr Ghuznee and Taranaki St. Infoline 499 FILM (499 3456).

Phone 384 7647. Email information@nzfa.org.nz www.filmarchive.org.nz

FOOD TOUR

see ad page 39

ZEST FOOD TOURS Discover Wellington with a gourmet walking tour, tasting delicious local treats. It’s sightseeing with great food. Your friendly, knowledgeable guide shares local stories as you sample some top food experiences. Half or full day tours, with just 2 to 8 guests per tour, book at least 24 hours ahead. Qualmark endorsed.

Phone 04 801 9198. Email tours@zestfoodtours.co.nz www.zestfoodtours.co.nz

29

Activities

There’s no better way to discover the history and iconic architectural landmarks of Wellington city, and the diversity of breath-taking scenery of the Wellington Region, than by joining a coach tour with Wellington’s original private sightseeing company!

Five outstanding tours run daily Wellington City Tour of must-see Wellington attractions.

Kapiti Coast Tour (4hrs) for panoramic views of Kapiti Island from the summit of Paekakariki Hill and Southward’s car museum.

Cape Palliser Bay, Wine for close encounters with the largest seal colony in the North Island and some Lord of the Rings sites.

Martinborough Wine Tour visiting up to 4 top wineries, followed by a delicious gourmet lunch.

NEW Kiwi Kapiti Experience (full day) includes refreshment at Ruth Pretty, Rangiatea Historic Church, Kiwi bird at Waikanaes Nga Manu Wildlife Sanctuary, Southward Car Museum and lunch.

Also available for Charters and Transfers.

SA03/10

P 04 472 0869 www.wellingtonsightseeingtours.com

30

Activities All Images Š & TM Dr. Seuss Enterprises, L.P. All Rights Reserved.

Opening Hours Wed - Sun 10.30am - 4.30pm

‘The Art of Dr. Seuss’ Gallery has landed in Wellington!

C GF G G- G)F FD

A selection of authorised estate edition prints are available for sale.

Including his Secret Art Collection, Unorthodox Taxidermy and Illustration Art. <6G F G, 0 G'3G:>55

) GCd:8DG8G7<5G7<;; ] F 4 4 C GF G G- G)F FD 4 F 4 4 0 G, G0

The ultimate eco-sanctuary experience SANCTUARY VALLEY Our stunning Sanctuary Valley is home to some of the rarest, most remarkable wildlife on the planet. And it’s the only place on mainland New Zealand where you will see our ‘living dinosaur’ the tuatara in the wild!

High quality New Zealand made gifts

THE EXHIBITION State-of-the-art multimedia exhibits allow you to step back in time to the day before humans arrived. Witness our effect on a paradise that had evolved in isolation for 80 million years and learn what we’re doing to put things right.

ZEALANDIA BY NIGHT This 2.5 hour tour by by torchlight tor o ch hli l ght is a must for anyone w who ho wants w ntts to see kiwi in the wild – we have wa hav a e ance cess ar aree pretty at least 100 soo the chan chances glow w orms or m are so good! Often the glow worms won on’t ’t n eed a torch! ee bright you won’t need Bookin ingg is essential. ess s ential.

Booking End of Waiapu Rd, Karori. Ph 04 920 9200

Free shuttle shut huttle tl fr from om Cen entra trall City City ii-SIT SITE E daily dailyy dail Central i-SITE

32

Activities GUIDED TOURS

FLAT EARTH TOURS Come and experience our friendly yet luxurious tours of Wellington. We offer tours for a wide range of Wellington sights including Lord of the Rings, nature, city highlights, arts and culture and wine tasting. Full and half day tours, custom and private tours available.

Book on 0800 775 805. For more information go to www.flatearth.co.nz

GUIDED TOURS WELLINGTON SIGHTS Capture the capital’s picturesque landmarks and learn about creative photography on the Snapshot of Wellington Tour. Also available are fantastic Wellington Twilight, Lord of the Rings, cruise ship and custom tours. Departures daily at 10am and 2pm.

Freephone 0800 775 805. Email info@wellingtonsights.co.nz www.wellingtonsights.co.nz

GUIDED WALK

see ad page 29

WALK WELLINGTON A 2-hour guided walk through the central city learning about the history and culture of the capital city from local residents. Visit important historic sights including the Old Government Buildings, Waterfront, Archives, Old St Paul’s, and Plimmer’s Ark. Walks daily departing from the i-Site visitor centre at 10am.

Email walkwellington@xtra.co.nz

HERITAGE ATTRACTION

see ad page 35

OLD ST PAUL’S Constructed entirely of native timber in 1866, it is a unique example of Colonial Gothic architecture. With stunning wooden arches and magnificent stained glass windows, it is a treasured venue for weddings, funerals, concerts and many other events. Open 7 days, 9.30am-5pm. Closed Christmas Day, and for special ceremonies. Guided Tours – Exhibition – Gift Shop.

34 Mulgrave Street, Thorndon, phone 473 6722. Fax 473 6422.

Email oldstpauls@historic.org.nz www.oldstpauls.co.nz

Truly amazing sculpture park!

Spectacular 18-hole mini-golf experience!

Get up close and interact with the strategically placed rocks and remarkable metal sculptures.

Admire the giant metallic spiders, snakes and other nature-inspired creations as you weave through this unique Wellington landmark.

A truly entertaining time for the whole family. Now with onsite cafe.

281 Happy Valley Road, Wellington City Phone 04 383 7054 or 04 971 8618 Email minigolf@clear.net.nz ,

www.carlucciland.co.nz

Opening hours: 9am-8pm

33

Activities

NATIONAL WAR MEMORIAL & TOMB OF THE UNKNOWN WARRIOR The iconic 50 metre National War Memorial and its Tomb of the Unknown Warrior are a must-see on any visit to the capital. Visitors may experience a commemorative service, view displays and exhibitions of NZ military commitment and sacrifice, and hear a recital on the 74 bells of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s third largest carillon. A beautiful place for personal pilgrimage.

Open Mon to Sat 10:30am to 4:30pm, Sunday 12pm to 4:30pm.

Admission and parking are free of charge.

Buckle Street (200m from the Basin Reserve) tel: (04) 385 2496 email: nwm@mch.govt.nz www.nationalwarmemorial.govt.nz

34

Activities HERITAGE ATTRACTION WELLINGTON CATHEDRAL OF ST PAUL An awesome space in the capital precinct, the Cathedral is the flagship of the Anglican Church in the city, a place of worship, hospitality and education. Feel the size, discover the Lady Chapel, be awed by the choir, take time to pray and light a candle. Visitors welcome at all services. Sunday 8am, 10am, 5pm; Weekdays: 12.15pm; Thursday 5.30pm Choral Evensong (term-time).

Open daily 10am-4pm.

Cnr Hill & Molesworth Streets, Thorndon, phone 04 472 0286.

Email admin@wellingtoncathedral.org.nz http://wellingtoncathedral.org.nz

JOHN'S HOP ON HOP OFF TOUR

see ad page 45

JOHN’S HOP ON HOP OFF CITY TOUR Wellington is full of lots of exciting things to see and do, and John’s Hop On Hop Off City Tour visits them all! Stay on and enjoy the scenic 2-hour loop or HOP ON and HOP OFF as much as you like with your 24-hour ticket. 18 stops including Mt. Victoria Lookout, Weta Cave and Te Papa and so much more! Qualmark endorsed.

Freephone 0800 24 68 77. Email info@hoponhopoff.co.nz. www.hoponhopoff.co.nz.

MARKET WELLINGTON UNDERGROUND MARKET Unearth a little treasure at Wellington’s weekly designer market. Under cover on the waterfront. Showcasing the best of Wellington’s emerging creative talent including homeware, fashion, jewellery, delicious food and live music. Take home your own piece of the Creative Capital.

Under Frank Kitts Park, Wellington Waterfront, every Saturday 10am-4pm.

MOVIE EXPERIENCE

see ad page 49

THE WETA CAVE Step inside the walls of WETA, the multi Academy Award winning company whose artists and craftsmen helped bring The Lord of the Rings, Avatar, The Adventures of Tintin, District 9, King King and The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey to life. The Weta Cave in Miramar, Wellington, features an exclusive behind-the-scenes film and a mini museum. Entry to the Weta Cave with its museum and film screening is absolutely free.

You can also purchase from a wide range of Weta related movie and TV merchandise. Open 7 days a week, 9am-5.30pm. Closed New Years Day, Anzac Day, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Corner of Camperdown Road and Weka Street, Miramar, Wellington, phone 04 380 9361. Email wetacave@wetanz.co.nz www.wetaNZ.com

NATIONHOOD

see ad page 39

ARCHIVES NEW ZEALAND Visit the Constitution Room, home of New Zealand’s founding documents, including the 1840 Treaty of Waitangi and the 1893 Women’s Suffrage Petition. The Treaty of Waitangi comprises a group of nine documents, seven on paper and two on parchment. All are in Maori except the Waikato sheet which is in English. Together they represent an agreement drawn up between representatives of the British Crown and representatives of Maori, iwi and hapu.

Find out more about Archives New Zealand in our Gateway orientation space.

10 Mulgrave Street, Thorndon, phone 499 5595 Email info@archives.govt.nz www.archives.govt.nz

35

Activities

STEP INTO AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND’S UNIQUE SKIES

Journey through the Universe in New Zealand’s newest digital planetarium and celebrate the stories of the Southern Skies in our amazing interactive exhibition.

Located in the Wellington Botanic Garden, a 2 minute walk from the top of the Cable Car.

SA03/11

OPEN FROM 10AM DAILY T : +64 4 910 3140 E: info@carterobservatory.org W: www.carterobservatory.org

Breathtakingly Beautiful! Wellington’s famous…

OLD ST PAUL’S A New Zealand icon, this unique 1866 Gothic church is built of native New Zealand timber and features exquisite stained glass and wooden carvings.

• Guided Tours every hour • Gift Shop • Exhibition • Venue Hire 34 Mulgrave St, Thorndon Phone 04 473 6722 Fax 04 473 6422 Email oldstpauls@historic.org.nz www.oldstpauls.co.nz

Open 7 Days 9.30am-5pm Closed Christmas Day and for short periods during special ceremonies.

36

Activities PARLIAMENT TOUR PARLIAMENT TOURS Free tours of Parliament Buildings operate every day, on the hour, from the Beehive. Tour duration is 1 hour.

Weekdays 10am-4pm. Saturdays and most public holidays 10am3pm. Sundays 11am-3pm. Tour route/times subject to change.

Please arrive 15 minutes before the hour. Closed on Christmas & Boxing Days, New Year’s Day, 2nd January, Waitangi Day and Good Friday. Groups of 10 or more need to book. Gift Shop open.

Phone 04 817 9503. Fax 04 817 6743.

Email tour.desk@parliament.govt.nz www.parliament.nz

SIGHTSEEING TOUR

see ad page 29

HAMMONDS WELLINGTON & REGION SIGHTSEEING TOURS Experience Wellington and surrounds in upmarket coaches with the most experienced and knowledgable drivers. We do smaller tours New Zealand-wide on request. You will not be disappointed.

PO Box 3382, Wellington, phone 472 0869.

Email info@wellingtonsightseeingtours.com www.wellingtonsightseeingtours.com

STAGLANDS WILDLIFE RESERVE STAGLANDS WILDLIFE RESERVE & CAFÉ is located in the beautiful Akatarawa Valley and offers a unique experience for visitors to feed and freely interact with wildlife.

Open daily 9.30am–5pm. Visit our website for more details.

2362 Akatarawa Valley, RD2 Upper Hutt, phone 04 526 7529 Email wildlife@staglands.co.nz www.staglands.co.nz

WAR MEMORIAL

see ad page 33

NATIONAL WAR MEMORIAL The magnificent NATIONAL WAR MEMORIAL with its Tomb of the Unknown Warrior is a must-see on any visit to the capital. The unique 50 metre Carillon tower is visible throughout much of the city. A beautiful place for personal pilgrimage. Open Mon to Sat 10:30am to 4:30pm, Sun 12:00pm to 4:30pm. Free parking.

Buckle Street, (200m from the Basin Reserve), phone/fax (04) 385 2496.

Email nwm@mch.govt.nz www.nationalwarmemorial.govt.nz

ZOO

see ad page 27

WELLINGTON ZOO Make your personal connection with nature at Wellington Zoo. Get up close and personal to native treasures and endangered exotic animals, and learn about the part you can play in creating a sustainable co-existence between wildlife and people.

Open from 9.30am until 5pm every day except Christmas Day. 200 Daniell Street, Newtown, phone 04 381 6755 Email wellingtonzoo@wellingtonzoo.com www.wellingtonzoo.com

Cinema CINEMA

see ad page 33

EMBASSY THEATRE Home to both The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, Wellington’s iconic cinema also features fine food and drink at the beautiful Black Sparrow Bar. Built in 1924, The Embassy has been fully refurbished, offering a state of the art movie going experience.

10 Kent Terrace. Infoline 384 7657. www.deluxe.co.nz

37

Activities

Fishing Charters in Wellington Vessel - 62ft Daniel We cater for groups and individuals Booking office and tackle shop 100 Port Rd, Seaview ph 04 589 4326 Tackle shop 15 Kingsford Smith St, Rongotai ph 04 387 8150

www.petelambfishing.co.nz

The New Zealand Portrait Gallery The New Zealand Portrait Gallery Te Pukenga Whakaata captures stories of New Zealanders through portraiture.

Shed 11, Queen始s Wharf, Wellington Waterfront Phone 04 472 2298 www.portraitgallery.nzl.org Open daily 10.30am to 4.30pm FREE ADMISSION

38

Activities

Circa Theatre @PWT

Culture PERFORMANCE VENUES POSITIVELY WELLINGTON VENUES Six exceptional performance venues, located in the heart of Wellington’s culture and entertainment precinct. For a superb variety of shows and events, check out our website to find out what’s entertaining Wellington today!

111 Wakefield Street, Wellington, phone 04 801 4231 Email info@pwv.co.nz website pwv.co.nz

THEATRE BATS THEATRE Relocating temporarily for 2013, BATS will remain New Zealand’s hottest developmental theatre. The jampacked programme is renowned for edgy New Zealand theatre, dance and music at affordable prices. Intimate and friendly, with a boutique bar and no-fee booking service.

Capital E Building, Civic Square. Phone 802 4175. www.bats.co.nz

THEATRE

see ad page 11

CIRCA THEATRE Drama on the waterfront. One of New Zealand’s liveliest and most innovative professional theatres showcasing the best of theatre from New Zealand and around the world. With a fully licensed bar and restaurant, Circa has your ticket for a great night out!

1 Taranaki Street, phone 801 7992. www.circa.co.nz

THEATRE DOWNSTAGE On the corner of Courtenay Place since 1964, Downstage is at the heart of Wellington’s cultural nightlife.

Exciting contemporary theatre from New Zealand’s top independent companies. We promise a warm welcome, fully licensed bar, and an unforgettable night at the theatre.

Cnr Courtenay Place & Cambridge Terrace, phone 801 6946.

Email theatre@downstage.co.nz www.downstage.co.nz

39

Activities

‘A real hit with foodies’ (Frommers, 2010) Unique gourmet food and wine tours with Zest Food Tours of New Zealand take you to taste the best food and wine and meet the passionate producers behind them - in places the locals know and love, in small exclusive groups. $XFNODQG :HOOLQJWRQ 0DUWLQERURXJK

See www.]HVWIRRGWRXUV.co.nz for our tours and booking information or call 04 801 9198 in Wellington or 09 362 0588 in Auckland

VISIT WELLINGTON AND USE THE CABLE CAR Enjoy the views of the top of the harbour, city and the surrounding hills while riding on the historic cable car.

Once at the top terminal, spend time at the lookouts and the nearby area – visit the Cable Car Museum, Carter Observatory (admission fee), Krupp Gun and the beautiful

Botanic Garden with its picnic areas and great playground for children, before returning on the cable car or take one of the downhill walks through the Botanic Garden via Parliament grounds and the Beehive back to Lambton Quay and the wharves.

For bookings phone (04) 472 2199 www.wellingtoncablecar.co.nz

40

Activities

Museums & Galleries EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS THE DOWSE is one of New Zealand’s leading contemporary art museums, just a 15 minute drive from downtown Wellington.

Known for its diverse exhibition programme of local, national and international artists and designers, The Dowse is a great place for friends and family of all ages. A lively events calendar complements each exhibition season, including artist talks and children’s creative workshops. Late Lounge is a monthly evening music session where top local musicians and bands take to The Dowse stage, with all galleries open late. Café/Shop/Family Lounge/ Courtyard/Free WiFi. Free Entry. Open Mon–Fri 10am–4.30pm, Sat–Sun 10am–5pm.

45 Laings Road, Lower Hutt. Ph 04 570 6500. www.dowse.org.nz www.facebook.com/thedowseartmuseum

GALLERY

see ad page 23

CITY GALLERY WELLINGTON Located in the heart of Civic Square, City Gallery Wellington offers visitors sometimes challenging, always captivating art from some of the world’s most exciting artists. With specific galleries dedicated to Wellington artists and Maori and Pacific arts, City Gallery Wellington enables diverse audiences to experience art in new and inspiring ways.

Open daily 10-5 (except Christmas Day). Almost always free entry.

Civic Square, Wellington, phone 04 801 3021.

Email citygallery@wmt.org.nz www.citygallery.org.nz

GALLERY

see ad page 37

THE NEW ZEALAND PORTRAIT GALLERY is housed in Shed 11, an historic Bond Store on Wellington’s Waterfront. The Gallery is a visual archive of the faces of New Zealand from famous individuals to the ordinary person on the street. Through dynamic exhibitions the Gallery records our changing social environment, illuminating our past, present and giving glimpses of our future.

Open daily 10.30am to 4.30pm. Free admission.

Shed 11, Queen’s Wharf, Wellington Waterfront. Phone 04 472 2298. www.portraitgallery.nzl.org

Open Monday – Friday 10am – 4pm Sunday 10am – 4pm

NEW ZEALAND OLYMPIC MUSEUM GALLERY TSB Arena Building, 4 Queens Wharf, Wellington P 04 385 0070 F 04 385 0090 E charles@olympic.org.nz W www.olympic.org.nz

41

Activities

A unique view of New Zealand since 1861, providing insights into the way our country has evolved both socially and financially.

Explore New Zealandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s banking and economic heritage Free entry Open 9.30amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;4.00pm weekdays 2 The Terrace, Wellington ph 04-471-3682 email: museum@rbnz.govt.nz www.rbnzmuseum.govt.nz

42

Activities

Carter Observatory Photo courtesy Carter Observatory

MUSEUM

see ad page 41

BANK OF NEW ZEALAND MUSEUM Since 1861 Bank of New Zealand has been part of New Zealand’s development. Our museum displays a unique view of New Zealand, providing insights into the way our country has evolved socially and financially. Stories and interactive displays of the gold rush days, early bank notes and coins, advertising, technology, architecture and its people.

Open Monday-Friday 9.30am-4pm, except public holidays. Free entry.

Level 1, Harbour Quays, 60 Waterloo Quay, (opposite Railway Station).

Phone 474 6933. Email museum@bnz.co.nz

MUSEUM PETONE SETTLERS MUSEUM Celebrates the history of the local area with a contemporary visitor experience and the exhibition Tatou Tatou. Free Entry. Open Wed–Sun 10am–4pm.

The Esplanade, Petone (end of Buick St), phone 04 568 8373 Email settlers@huttcity.govt.nz www.petonesettlers.org.nz

MUSEUM CABLE CAR MUSEUM Climb aboard one of the original ‘relentless red rattlers’, see the winding machinery and a fully restored grip car. Discover the unique system that has transported people between Wellington’s harbour and hills for more than 100 years. Free entry. Open every day 10am – 5pm.

Top of Cable Car & Upland Road entrance to Botanical Garden.

Phone 04 475 3578. www.museumswellington.org.nz

MUSEUM COLONIAL COTTAGE MUSEUM Step back in time and into Wellington’s oldest original cottage, home to the Wallis family for over a century. Stroll around the organic heritage garden or take guided tour to learn about the lives of these early colonials.

Adults $8, children $4 (under 5 free). Open from 12 to 4pm: every day from 5 January to 3 March, thereafter open every Saturday and Sunday. ✶Cottage tours hourly at 1,2,3 pm. Free self-guided garden tour available every day.

68 Nairn Street (top of Willis Street), phone 04 384 9122. www.museumswellington.org.nz Museum listings continued on page 50.

ord L EST B e th

gs tours n i R he t f o

ing Weta Cave includ

y n o l co l a se

Get off the road!

tours m r a nd f i w &

Open 7 days a week No minimum numbers Accommodation pick-up Comfortable airconditioned vehicles Guaranteed forward facing seats

www.wellingtonrover.co.nz

tours with a difference!

44

Activities

Have you ever had a muffin with a seal?

Travel with us to the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Seal Coastâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; with wild animals and breathtaking scenery!

See New Zealand Fur seals in their natural

habitat all year round on this 4WD adventure!

Departs from the i--SITE at 10.00am and 1.30pm

Freephone 0800 73 25 27 www.sealcoast.com

45

Activities

Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hop On Hop Off City Tour See Wellington the way YOU want to!

Let our dedicated guides show you the 18 best sights and attractions in Wellington!

Hop on and off with a pass

that lasts 24-hours, or stay

on for a 2-hour scenic loop of our awesome city!

Tours depart from the i-SITE at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm & 2pm BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL

Freephone 0800 24 68 77 www.hoponhopoff.co.nz

46

Te Papa

Te Papa Discover New Zealand’s stories and treasures at the national museum Te Papa is New Zealand’s innovative and interactive national museum located on Wellington’s beautiful waterfront. ‘Te Papa Tongarewa’, literally means ‘container of treasures’. Discover the treasures and stories from New Zealand’s unique natural environment, Maori culture, dynamic art heritage, and its fascinating history.

Experience an exquisitely carved marae, walk through living native bush, view historical and contemporary artworks, and be shaken in the Earthquake House. Come face to face with a colossal squid, then explore its life through 3D animation.

Venture into OurSpace to discover a 14m satellite map, put yourself on the interactive wall, or take a thrilling motion simulator ride.

Take an informative one-hour guided tour of Te Papa (adults $14, children $7). Enjoy a full range of services and facilities to make your visit comfortable from friendly hosts, cafés, shops to convenient parking.

Te Papa is open every day. Free general admission.

Cable St. Ph 381 7000. Email mail@tepapa.govt.nz www.tepapa.govt.nz

Game Masters Discover the Gods of Gaming. Game Masters features over 100 playable games from some of the world's most influential video game designers – including Peter Molyneux, Warren Spector, Tim Schafer, and Hideo Kojima.

Opens 15 December 2012. Visa Platinum Gallery, Level 4. Admission charges apply.

Sonic Generations © SEGA 2011. All rights reserved.

Angels & Aristocrats Angels & Aristocrats is a stunning exhibition of 52 of the finest European paintings held in New Zealand art institutions.

Closes 27 January 2013. Level 5. Free entry.

Jacopo Amigoni (1675–1752) Italy, Bacchus and Ariadne, Oil on canvas Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetu, Presented by the Neave family, 1932 [69/254]

Walter Cook: A collector’s quest Over a twenty-five-year period, Wellingtonian Walter Cook built up an extensive collection of British and European decorative arts.

On now. Level 6. Free entry.

“Krenit” bowls, 1953-66, Denmark. Torben Orskov & Co. A/S, Krenchel, Herbert. Walter C Cook Decorative Arts Collection, Gift of Walter Cook, 1992. Te Papa

I: E6E6

:meZg^ZcXZ i]Z igZVhjgZh VcY hidg^Zh d[ CZl OZVaVcY 路 djg aVcY! eZdeaZ! XjaijgZ! Vgi VcY ]^hidgn 路 Vi IZ EVeV! djg ZmigVdgY^cVgn VcY ^ciZgVXi^kZ cVi^dcVa bjhZjb# :MEADG: :C<6<: :C?DN DeZc ZkZgn YVn &%Vb路+eb! VcY jci^a .eb I]jghYVnh# ;G:: :CIGN#

BjhZjb d[ CZl OZVaVcY IZ EVeV Idc\VgZlV 8VWaZ HigZZi! LZaa^c\idc E]dcZ/ %) (-& ,%%% bV^a5iZeVeV#\dki#co lll#iZeVeV#\dki#co

48

Wellywood

Snow fun at Cardrona ©Copyright Photographer Wellington Movie Tours

Roll out the red carpet: go behind the scenes of Wellington’s famous movie industry It all started with Peter Jackson’s Oscar sweeping trilogy, Lord of the Rings – now you can see the world famous locations for yourself.

With Wellington Movie Tours, you’ll see the film clips as you stand on the very spot they were filmed. Wellington Rover Tours lets you follow in the footsteps of hobbits, dwarves and elves, and Flat Earth also visits Middle Earth film locations including Rivendell. All tours will share behind-the-scenes stories and take you to the Weta Cave.

The Weta Cave, on Miramar’s Camperdown Road, showcases movie memorabilia, collectibles and clothing, and changing exhibitions of movies Weta Workshop has helped create.

SA08/12

In Petone, you can visit Experience Stansborough and try on an authentic Elven cloak or Narnia cape at the Mill where they were made. In the end, it’s all about going to the movies, so head to Wellington’s beautifully restored Embassy Theatre, world premiere theatre for Lord of the Rings.

50

Activities

City to Sea Bridge ©Positively Wellington Tourism

MUSEUM MUSEUM OF WELLINGTON CITY & SEA This historic building is crammed with the intriguing history of our capital city.

Highlights are the Maori myths and legends show, the story of the 1968 Wahine ferry disaster, and 101 stories of 20th century Wellington life. Films about early Wellington and tall sailing ships are shown on a giant cinema screen stretching up three floors.

Free entry. Open every day 10am-5pm.

Queens Wharf (200m from bottom of Cable Car), phone 04 472 8904. www.museumswellington.org.nz

MUSEUM

see ad page 41

PATAKA, MUSEUM OF ARTS AND CULTURES Pataka’s gallery and museum of art and cultures has five main galleries with over 14 major exhibitions annually, showcasing an extensive range of contemporary Maori, Pacific Island, New Zealand and international art and culture. Enjoy a coffee at the café while relaxing beside our Japanese garden. See our website below for information on current exhibitions showing at Pataka.

PATAKA, Cnr Norrie & Parumoana St, Porirua City, Wellington.

Phone 237 1511. www.pataka.org.nz

MUSEUM

see ad page 41

THE RESERVE BANK MUSEUM celebrates and records the economic and banking history of New Zealand. Exhibits include the MONIAC hydraulic computer, notes and coins, timelines, artefacts, audio-visual and interactive displays. Open 9.30am-4pm weekdays, closed weekends, public holidays and for special events.

2 The Terrace, phone 471 3682. Email museum@rbnz.govt.nz www.rbnzmuseum.govt.nz

MUSEUM

see ad page 31

ZEALANDIA: THE EXHIBITION Learn about New Zealand’s remarkable natural history at this state of the art indoor attraction. Designed by world renowned model and film makers you’ll see 1,000 years of environmental destruction and hear inspiring stories about what’s being done today to save New Zealand’s most precious native species. There’s a cafe and gift store onsite for refreshments and retail therapy.

End of Waiapu Road, Karori, Wellington, phone 04 920 9200 or visit www.visitzealandia.com

Hammonds Wellington Sight Seeing Tours

Aromaflex

20% OFF

$5 DISCOUNT on CITY TOURS S only

Aromaflex Aromatherapy products Conditions apply, see back of voucher

Conditions apply, see back of voucher

Wellington i.:3F ngt Eo &@n

Wellington i.:3F ngt Eo &@n

SIMPLY THE BEST

✂ ZEALANDIA

Stonehenge Aotearoa aroa

$10 DISCOUNTT off a 2.5-hour night tour

20% DISCOUNTT on guided tours

Conditions apply, see back of voucher

Conditions apply, see back of voucher

Wellington i.:3F ngt Eo &@n

Wellington i.:3F ngt Eo &@n

60001

✂ HELiPRO

Fratelli

10% DISCOUNTT

1 complimentaryy wood fired flat bread on arrivall

off any brochured flight excluding City Panorama

Conditions apply, see back of voucher

Conditions apply, see back of voucher

Wellington i.:3F ngt Eo &@n

Wellington i.:3F ngt Eo &@n

✂ The Film Archive

FREE COFFEE with Cinema ticket Conditions apply, see back of voucher

Wellington i.:3F ngt Eo &@n

Wellywoood Backpackers packers

10% OFF

Small Dormitory Room Conditions apply, see back of voucher

Wellington i.:3F ngt Eo &@n

✂ Bistro 169

50% DISCOUNTT

off any dessert with any main meal al purchased Conditions apply, see back of voucher

Wellington i.:3F ngt Eo &@n

✂ Native NZ

10% DISCOUNTT off your purchase Hammonds Wellington Sightseeing Tours see ad page 11

Conditions apply, see back of voucher

Wellington i.:3F ngt Eo &@n

Present this voucher & receive a $5 discount off our City Tour Only. Other tours available: • Kapiti Gold Coast • Palliser Bay with some Lord Of The Rings sites • Martinborough wine tour. Must be booked direct or through any participating visitor info centre. Cash sales only. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers.

Phone 472 0869 EXP 28 FEBRUARY 2013 www.WellingtonSightseeingTours.com

20% OFF Aromaflex Aromatherapy Products Present this voucher and receive 20% off Aromaflex Aromatherapy products.

Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers.

207 Cuba Street, Wellington Phone 381 4619 www.aromaflex.co.nz EXPIRES 28 FEBRUARY 2013

✂ Present this voucher and receive a 20% discount on guided public tours only.

Guided tours are held on Saturdays, Sundays & public holidays except Christmas Day & Boxing Day and every day from December 27th. Bookings recommended as tour numbers are limited. To book or for further info phone: Ph 06 377 1600 EXP 28 FEBRUARY 2013 www.stonehenge-aotearoa.com

$10 DISCOUNT OFF A 2.5-HOUR NIGHT TOUR Experience Zealandia’s state-of-the-art exhibition and join the search for little spotted kiwi in this award-winning safe haven. Bookings are essential. Minimum age 12. Cannot be used with any other offer.

Waiapu Road, Wgtn EXPIRES 28 FEB 2013 Phone bookings 04 920 9200 www.visitzealandia.com 60001

✂ 1 COMPLIMENTARY WOOD FIRED FLAT BREAD ON ARRIVAL Present this voucher and receive one complimentary wood fired flat bread on arrival. Valid when a main dish is ordered, ONE voucher per table. Not to be used in conjunction with another offer.

15 Blair Street Phone 04 801 6615 EXPIRES 28 FEBRUARY 2013

Present this voucher and receive a 10% discount off any brochured flight excluding City Panorama. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer or promotion.

Shed 1, Queens Wharf, Wellington 0800 435 477 or 0800 HELIPRO www.helipro.co.nz EXPIRES 28 FEBRUARY 2013

✂ 10% Off Small Dormitory Room Present this voucher and receive 10% off 1x Bed in a Small Dormitory Room.

Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers/discounts. Valid for 1x guest per voucher.

58 Tory Street, Wellington Freephone 0508 005 858 www.wellywoodbackpackers.co.nz EXPIRES 28 FEBRUARY 2013

FREE COFFEE WITH CINEMA TICKET Present this voucher to receive one free coffee at The New Zealand Film Archive, Wellington's most eclectic cinema. Valid when purchasing a cinema ticket to any evening screening, Wednesday-Saturday.

One coffee per voucher.

Cnr Ghuznee and Taranaki St, Wellington Phone 384 7647 www.filmarchive.org.nz EXPIRES 28 FEB 2013

✂ 50% Discount off any dessert Present this voucher and receive 50% discount off any dessert with any main meal purchased at Bistro 169. Valid Monday-Saturday. Voucher cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Voucher not transferable. Bookings required.

Bistro 169, 169 Willis Street, Wellington www.bistro169.co.nz Phone 04 385 1300 EXPIRES 30 FEB 2013

✂ 10% DISCOUNT OFF YOUR PURCHASE Present this voucher and receive a 10% discount at Native NZ. Our store stocks sheepskin, possum and merino knitwear, rimu woodwork and craft, paua and greenstone jewellery.

267 Wakefield Street, Te Aro, Wellington Phone 385 2238 nativenz.g@gmail.com EXPIRES 28 FEB 2012

ZEALANDIA ©PWT, see ad page 31

Chow

Chow

FREE Blue Cheese &

FREE Vegetable

Peanut Wontons with h any other purchase

Rice Paper Rolls with h any other purchase

Conditions apply, see back of voucher

Conditions apply, see back of voucher

Wellington i.:3F ngt Eo &@n

Wellington i.:3F ngt Eo &@n

✂ Mokai Gravity Canyon nyon

Pete Lamb Fishing g 40% off 5pm evening trips ps 30% off 1/2 day trips 5-6hrs hrs 20% off day trips 9hrs

10% OFF Conditions apply, see back of voucher

Conditions apply, see back of voucher

Wellington i.:3F ngt Eo &@n

Wellington i.:3F ngt Eo &@n

✂ PhuThai Lanna Restaurant staurant

Colonial Cottage Museum

FREE SPRING

FREE SWEETS with every Museum m& Garden Tour

ROLL when you order 2 mains Conditions apply, see back of voucher

Conditions apply, see back of voucher

Wellington i.:3F ngt Eo &@n

Wellington i.:3F ngt Eo &@n

✂ Indoor Rock Climbing bing

Ship ‘n Chip Tours s

10% DISCOUNTT

One FREE drink with each entry

off a 5 hour voyage off Wellington’s harbour and history Conditions apply, see back of voucher

Wellington i.:3F ngt Eo &@n

Conditions apply, see back of voucher

Wellington i.:3F ngt Eo &@n

✂ The White House

Two for one entréee with à la carte main meal Conditions apply, see back of voucher

Wellington i.:3F ngt Eo &@n

✂

Stonehenge Aotearoa see ad page 75

Chow see ad page 65

FREE VEGETABLE RICE PAPER ROLLS Present this voucher and receive free Vegetable Rice Paper Rolls with any other purchase. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers.

FREE BLUE CHEESE & PEANUT WONTONS Present this voucher and receive free Blue Cheese and Peanut Wontons with any other purchase. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers.

45 Tory St, Phone 382 8585 11 Woodward St, Phone 472 8585 www.chow.co.nz EXPIRES 28 FEBRUARY 2013

45 Tory St, Phone 382 8585 11 Woodward St, Phone 472 8585 www.chow.co.nz EXPIRES 28 FEBRUARY 2013

✂ 40% OFF 5PM EVENING TRIPS Present this voucher and receive a 40% off 5pm evening trips, 30% off 1/2 day trips (5-6hrs) and 20% off day trips (9hrs). Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers.

10% DISCOUNT Present this voucher to receive 10% off the Bungy, Giant Swing or Flying Fox. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers.

Booking office and tackle shop 100 Port Rd, Seaview, Ph 04 589 4326 Tackle shop, 15 Kingsford Smith St Rongotai Ph 04 387 8150 www.petelambfishing.co.nz EXPIRES 28 FEBRUARY 2013

332 Mokai Road, Taihape Phone 06 388 9109 www.gravitycanyon.co.nz EXPIRES 28 FEBRUARY 2013

✂ COLONIAL COTTAGE MUSEUM Present this voucher and receive a bag of old fashioned boiled sweets with every paid Museum and Garden Tour See the website for opening dates and times.

Phone 04 384 9122 www.museumswellington.org.nz EXPIRES 28 FEBRUARY 2013

FREE SPRING ROLL Present this voucher and receive a free spring roll when you order 2 mains. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer or promotion.

Phuthai Lanna Restaurant Cnr Tory & Vivian St, Wellington Phone 801 7771 www.phuthaiesarn.co.nz EXPIRES 28 FEBRUARY 2013

✂ ONE FREE DRINK WITH EACH ENTRY Experience the thrill of Rock Climbing.

Present this voucher and receive one free drink with each full price entry including all equipment. Not valid with any other offer or discount.

HangDog Climbing Centre Unit #11 - 453 Hutt Rd, Alicetown, Lower Hutt info@hangdog.co.nz EXPIRES 28 FEBRUARY 2013

SHIP 'N CHIP TOUR Present this voucher and receive 10% discount off a Ship ‘n Chip Tour. Includes a guided tour of the Museum of Wellington City & Sea, a kiwi fish ’n chips lunch, and return ferry to Matiu/Somes Island.

Tours depart at 11am, 7 days a week (subject to availability). Booking essential by 10am on day of tour.

Phone 04 472 8904 www.museumswellington.org.nz EXPIRES 28 FEBRUARY 2013

✂ TWO FOR ONE ENTRÉE WITH À LA CARTE MAIN MEAL Present this voucher and receive two for one entrée when purchasing an à la carte main meal. Voucher cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

232 Oriental Parade, Wellington Phone 04 385 8555 email info@whr.co.nz www.whr.co.nz EXPIRES 28 FEB 2013

✂

The Weta Cave Photo courtesy AquaMerino

see ad page 49

Shopping

55

©Nick Servian PWT

Shoppers are spoilt for choice with everything from designer boutiques to malls and markets Wellington’s compact downtown area makes it easy for shoppers to get around. Serious shoppers should check out The Golden Mile – the local name for Lambton Quay. This elegant inner city quarter has several small shopping centres and a wide range of boutique stores. Treat yourself with a visit to stylish Wellington institution, Kirkcaldie & Stains (165-177 Lambton Quay), then explore the specialty shops and cafés of the Old Bank Arcade. Willis and Courtenay Streets have a good range of boutique, gift and souvenir shops, or head to Cuba Street, famed for its retro chic, markets and galleries. Just a 15 minute drive from Wellington, Hutt Valley has a great range of shopping experiences, from the galleries and specialty stores on Petone’s Jackson Street, to the mega malls of Lower Hutt and Porirua, and factory outlet shopping at Tawa.

56

Shopping

©PWT

AROMATHERAPY

see ad page 60

AROMAFLEX “Experience the Joy of Aromatherapy Everyday” With over 22 years of experience we are passionate about providing only the best quality from around New Zealand and the world. Our products are direct from the growers and distillers, meaning you can get your hands on some of the most unique, organic and luxurious essential oils at affordable prices.

207 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, phone 04 381 4619.

Monday – Saturday 10.30-5.30pm. www.aromaflex.co.nz

DEPARTMENT STORE

see ad inside back cover

KIRKCALDIE & STAINS When in Wellington a visit to New Zealand’s premier department store is essential. You’ll find both local and imported merchandise including New Zealand gifts and souvenirs. Excellent overseas posting and packing facilities. Ask about the Travel Price offer available to international travellers.

165-177 Lambton Quay & Harbour City Centre 179 Lambton Quay, Wellington, phone 472 5899. www.kirkcaldies.co.nz

FACTORY SHOPPING

see ad inside front cover

DRESS-SMART FACTORY OUTLET SHOPPING CENTRE Offers genuine savings on popular national and international names in fashion, footwear, sportswear, accessories, music and childrenswear. At Dress-Smart you’ll find 36 separate stores as well as a BB’s café and Chipmunks adventure playground on site.

Close to the Takapu Road train station, Paraparaumu line. Plenty of free parking available. Open 7 days 10am-5pm.

24 Main Road, Tawa, phone 232 0226.

GIFTS & COLLECTABLES

see ad page 57

BEARS WITH ATTITUDE We have bears for every occasion.

Collectables, Limited Edition, Charlie Bears, Baby Safe and a wonderful range of Gollies.

119 Featherston Street, Wellington City. www.bearswithattitude.com

GIFTS & SOUVENIRS CRAFTWOOD SOUVENIRS Traditional and modern souvenirs and gifts including greenstone, bone carvings, paua jewellery, possum/merino knitwear, sheepskin boots and slippers, wood products, T-shirts, cosmetics, toys and much more. Open 7 days.

Super Goldcard Business Partner.

Cnr Laings Road & High Street, Lower Hutt, phone 569 2756.

Fax 934 3588. Email craftwood@woosh.co.nz www.craftwoodsouvenirs.co.nz

57

Shopping

Wellington’s Leading Souvenir Store • NZ souvenirs, jewellery, gifts and handcrafts • Exclusive NZ T-shirts and outdoor clothing • Merino, possum knitwear and accessories • Large range of childrens clothing and toys

Optimation House • 1-13 Grey St • P: 472 6817 • wellington@simplynz.co.nz Wellington Visitors Centre • 101 Wakefield St • P: 04 802 4422 • www.simplynewzealand.co.nz Shop 3, COASTLANDS Shopping Centre, Paraparaumu • Ph/Fax 04 297 2022

We mail and ship to all parts of the world - all credit cards welcome

119 Featherston Street Wellington City

Phone 04 472 3277 www.bearswithattitude.com

We have bears for every occasion. Collectables, Limited Edition, Charlie Bears, Baby Safe and a wonderful range of Gollies.

58

Shopping GIFTS & SOUVENIRS

see ad page 59

NATIVE NEW ZEALAND Quality NZ made gifts and souvenirs.

Sheepskin, possum & merino knitwear, rimu woodwork and craft, paua and greenstone jewellery, manuka honey UMF+20, natural skincare and all other souvenirs. Located in central Wellington.

267 Wakefield Street, Te Aro, Wellington.

Phone 04 385 2238. Email nativenz.g@gmail.com

GIFTS & SOUVENIRS

see ad page 59

SOUVENIR FACTORY SHOP More than just a factory shop! This unique shop offers a large range of specials at half price plus everyday lower prices on all other quality New Zealand gifts.

32 Tauhinu Rd, Miramar, phone 04 388 1391 www.souvenirfactoryshop.co.nz

GIFTS & SOUVENIRS

see ad page 60

SHEEPSKIN WAREHOUSE Stocks New Zealand’s largest range of best quality sheep, lambskin and possum products, wild animal and fur skins. We pack and post worldwide. Local tax (GST) is deductable.

312 Evans Bay Parade, Greta Point, phone 386 3376.

Fax 386 3379. Email sheepskinwarehouse@xtra.co.nz

GIFTS & SOUVENIRS

see ad page 57

SIMPLY NEW ZEALAND Wellington’s leading tourist shop.

Specialising in New Zealand souvenirs, jewellery, gifts and handcrafts. Fashion, handcrafted knitwear, sheepskin rugs and woollen goods plus many more for that special reminder of your trip.

1-13 Grey Street, Wellington (opposite Hotel Intercontinental).

Phone 472 6817. Wellington Visitors Centre, 101 Wakefield Street.

Phone 802 4422. Shop 3, COASTLANDs Shopping Centre, Paraparaumu, phone/Fax 04 297 2022.

Email wellington@simplynz.co.nz www.simplynewzealand.co.nz

HUTT VALLEY SHOPPING

see ad pages 74-79

HUTT VALLEY is only 15 minutes from Wellington and offers villages, high street and modern mall shopping. Jackson St, Petone for trendy and unique, seaside Eastbourne village, Lower Hutt and Experience Upper Hutt.

Hutt City i-SITE Visitor Centre, 25 Laings Road, Lower Hutt.

Phone 04 560 4715. www.huttvalleynz.com Upper Hutt i-SITE Visitor Centre, 836 Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt.

Phone 04 527 2168 www.upperhuttcity.com/isite ACCOMMODATION see listing page 72

LORD OF THE RINGS JEWELLERY

see ad page 55

THE OFFICIAL LORD OF THE RINGS JEWELLERY as seen in the movie trilogy is available in Middle Earth, New Zealand. Visit leading jewellery or souvenir stores today to view the full collection.

Available from leading jewellery stockists and souvenir stores.

©Positively Wellington Tourism

59

Shopping

Quality New Zealand Made Gifts & Souvenirs

Sheepskin • Possum & merino knitwear • Rimu woodwork & craft • Paua & greenstone jewellery • Manuka honey UMF +20 • Natural skincare and all other general souvenirs

LOCATED IN WELLINGTON CITY CENTRE 267 Wakefield Street, Te Aro, Wellington Phone 04 385 2238 Fax 04 385 2239 Email nativenz.g@gmail.com

60

Shopping

Scent for a Healthier Future

Your Aromatherapy shop for Organic, Pure & Natural products

Essential Oils & Carrier Oils Get your bottles refilled, or get specially made blends to suit your needs.

Professional advice from qualified Aromatherapistsâ&#x20AC;Ś

207 CUBA STREET, TE ARO, WELLINGTON 1I t www.aromaflex.co.nz

Sheepskin Warehouse WE SELL DIRECT TO THE PUBLIC We stock New Zealandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest range and best quality of sheep, lambskin and possum products

Evans Bay Parade, Greta Point, Wellington.

Phone 04 386 3376 Fax 04 386 3379 Email sheepskinwarehouse@xtra.co.nz Overseas posting service is available and Goods and Services Tax (GST) is deductible

Shopping in Lambton Quarter Š Positively Wellington Tourism

for fashion, beauty and a latte... fashion Rixon Groove Ruby Shalla Jewellers Taylor Boutique Tory & Ko Workshop

Andrea Moore Gold Exchange I Love Paris Luminary Minnie Cooper Ricochet

beauty

lifestyle

Georgie Love Hair Studio L'Occitane Lush Shampoo Plus Spa Express

De Spa Chocolatier Flowers on Lambton The Baby's Room Wallace Cotton

café Higher Taste Restaurant Mojo Coffee

Smith the Grocer Café Starbucks Coffee

Open 7 Days Cnr Willis Street & Lambton Quay Log-on to join our VIP Quay Club

www.oldbank.co.nz

62

Dining Out

Lambton Quarter © PWT

Wellington boasts a tempting range of dining options from stylish eateries to bistros and bars For a stunning view as you dine, try the al fresco seafood restaurants at Queens Wharf and Oriental Parade, or the floating restaurant at Freyberg Lagoon. Vibrant Courtenay Place is one of the dining precincts, with a huge range of ethnic cuisines from Turkish, Thai and Greek to Indian and Italian – and it’s just a short walk to the city’s nightlife. Alternative-style Cuba Street has everything from vegetarian eateries and a foodcourt to bakeries and bars, or dine out in the historic Thorndon. In the Hutt Valley, you’ll find beachside dining at Days Bay and Eastbourne, ethnic options along Petone’s historic Jackson Street, and plenty of stylish cafés at Upper Hutt.

BAR & RESTAURANT 3C BAR & RESTAURANT Great company, beautiful beverages, flavorsome and wholesome cuisine, warm, intimate detailed service in a stunning preserved historic building.

Cnr Chews Lane & Victoria Street, Phone 913 1224. www.3cbar.co.nz

ITALIAN CUISINE see ad page 64 PORTOFINO RESTAURANT is a family owned and operated restaurant for over 32 years, that offers a fresh authentic taste of Italy. Since 1980 we have been committed to excellence in food service.Great choice of seafood, steak, pasta and pizza. Private room available for functions, weddings and groups. Sit back and enjoy the busy harbour views ... situated in the heart of Queens Wharf. Open 7 days 11 – till late Lunches under $20.

33 Custom House Quay, phone 499 5060 www.portofino.co.nz

©Aaron Burgess PWT

63

Dining Out

3C BAR & RESTAURANT

WELLINGTON’S ONLY HISTORIC GASTRO BAR/RESTAURANT CORNER OF CHEWS LANE AND VICTORIA STREET | +64 4 913 1224

Specialising in local seafood, prime meat and game offering A La Carte, Degustation and Express Bistro lunch menus Finalist Cuisine New Zealand Restaurant of the Year 2011 and 2012 Silver Medallist DineOut People’s Choice Awards 2012

Fodor’s Choice 2010 say “One of the world’s top establishments.”

We say “New Zealand’s best organic, seasonal produce cooked with integrity and passion.”

THE WHITE HOUSE RESTAURANT 232 Oriental Parade, Wellington email info@whr.co.nz

Phone 04 385 8555 www.whr.co.nz

We believe that seriously good food is an essential ingredient to experiencing Wellington.

Soak up the theatre atmosphere whilst enjoying a superb coffee and delicious lunch; or be there as the drama unfolds for pre-show dinner and drinks.

ST JAMES THEATRE ÇÇqnÇÊ ÕÀÌi >ÞÊ* >ViÊUÊ«ÜÛ°V ° â

64

Dining Out

Havana Cocktails ©Pat Shepherd

PAEKAKARIKI - CASUAL DINING see ad page 66 THE FISHERMANS TABLE PAEKAKARIKI Relaxed and affordable dining overlooking the Kapiti Coastline. Fresh fish, steak and café style meals priced from $15.95 including “all you can eat” from the salad boat. Outside dining subject to weather. All day dining, licensed bar and coffee from 11.30am, last orders 9pm.

Turn off State Highway One, 1.2km South of Paekakariki township.

Phone 292 8125. Email fishtab@xtra.co.nz

Portofino Restaurant is a family owned and operated restaurant for over 32 years, that offers a fresh authentic taste of Italy. Since 1980 we have been committed to excellence in food service.

Great choice of seafood, steak, pasta and pizza. Private room available for functions, weddings and groups.

Sit back and enjoy the busy harbour views...situated in the heart of Queens Wharf.

Open 7 days 11 – till late Lunches under $20

33 Custom House Quay Ph 499 5060

www.portofino.co.nz

65

Dining Out

FRESH ASIAN CUISINE Lunch in Queenstown ŠCopyright Photographer

Alle

nS

t

Fresh Asian cuisine, in a relaxed modern environment. Vegan and vegetarian friendly with dair y and gluten free options.

Tor y

St

rten

e The Terrac Woodward

Cou

ay P

lace

45 Tory St 7 Days Noon - Midnight 04 382 8585

St

Lambton Quay

11 Woodward St Mon - Fri Noon - Late 04 472 8585

Free Wifi / Corporate catering Large bookings welcome / Set menu options Takeaways available Hotel chargebacks by arrangement

www.chow.co.nz

66

Dining Out

We present classic Thai and northern Lanna style dishes served in a traditional setting. Using the freshest local produce our chefs create exotic flavours combined with spicy and delicious scent.

Cholesterol free canola oil – NO MSG – plenty of vegetarian options.

Retreat into a unique dining experience in the heart of Wellington.

A true Thailand experience 2011 & 2012 Best Thai Restaurant in Wellington Award – CapTimes Readers' Survey

PHUTHAI LANNA RESTAURANT

PHUTHAI ESARN RESTAURANT

Cnr Tory & Vivian St, Wellington

35-38 Cambridge Tce, Wellington

P 801 7771 www.phuthaiesarn.co.nz

P 801 5006 Fully Licensed Restaurant

Lunch Monday-Friday 12:00pm-2:30pm

Dinner Monday-Sunday 5:00pm-Late

FISHERMANS TABLE $15.95 Meals* … Million $ views ORIENTAL BAY

PAEKAKARIKI

PH 04 801 7900

PH 04 292 8125

On Oriental Parade just a short stroll from Te Papa

1.2km south of Paekakariki on Main Road

s

Fresh Fish, Steak and Café Style Meals including “all you can eat from the Salad Boat” Open 7 days from 11.30am for all day dining. Last orders 9pm.

www.fishermanstable.co.nz *price subject to change

67

Dining Out

Osteria Del Toro ©Pat Shepherd

Bistro 169 169 Willis Street, Wellington ■ Phone 04 385 1300 www.bistro169.co.nz Bistro 169 – located on the corner of Willis and Dixon Streets. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and great value dining. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner – also caters for private functions and weddings.

See voucher on page 51 for our 50% off any dessert with any main meal purchased offer.

Dockside Shed 3, Queens Wharf 2-6 Jervois Quay, Wellington ■ Phone 04 499 9900 www.dockside.co.nz The Dockside Restaurant and Bar is situated in the heart of Queens Wharf, and is one of Wellington's most diverse venues with the ability to cater to every need. Housed in a historic waterfront shed there are stunning views from all four sides and a maritime theme throughout the restaurant.

FRATELLI 15 Blair St, Wellington ■ Phone 04 801 6615 www.fratelli.net.nz At Fratelli the concept is fresh Italian. It takes bits of the old traditional Italian cooking styles and assembles them with new modern ideas, with a menu that changes seasonally ensuring only the freshest ingredients are used.

Fratelli specialises in 100% homemade pasta, gnocchi, risotto, and pizza from the wood fired oven. An extensive wine list completes the true Italian dining experience.

Monsoon Poon 12 Blair Street (off Courtenay Pl), Wellington ■ Phone 04 803 3555 www.monsoonpoon.co.nz Cuisine: Southeast Asian. Mains $19 A “marvelously appointed temple of delicious Southeast Asian food”. Expect “packed and buzzy in the evening” with “funky cocktails” and “a surprisingly good wine list”. Want Eatertainment? “Watch chefs in action in the open kitchen” No reservations in the evening but “worth the wait”.

Osteria Del Toro Cnr 60 Tory St & Holland St (off Courtenay Pl), Wellington ■ Phone 04 381 2299 www.osteriadeltoro.co.nz Mediterranean that’s full of flavour with stunning and award winning décor yet casually priced. Serving top of the line thin crust pizza, the best paella in town and Greek Saganaki cheese flamed with Ouzo at your table, we know you’ll love it! The sangria is addictive .. “bellissimo!”

68

Dining Out

Phuthai Esarn Restaurant 35 Cambridge Terrace, Wellington Central Phone 04 801 5006

■

Esarn is the name of the Northeastern region of Thailand.

We serve authentic Northeastern Thai cuisine using the freshest local produce, herbs, spices and exotic flavours.

We use cholesterol-free canola oil and NO MSG and have plenty of vegetarian options. The atmosphere is so unique you’ll forget you’re in NZ.

Thai Chef’s Restaurant 1 Blair Street, Wellington ■ Phone 04 385 4535 Thai Chef’s Restaurant has been honoured to receive the Thai Select label bestowed by the Royal Thai Government for recognition of their quality and authenicity of cuisine. www.thaichef.co.nz Lunch Tuesday to Friday, dinner 7 nights from 5.30pm Takeaways, dine in and fully licensed.

The Pride of Thailand award presented by the National Food Institute of Thailand by the Ministry of Industry.

The Flying Burrito Brothers Cantina and Tequileria Corner Vivian and Cuba streets, Wellington Phone 385 8811

■

Tasty Tequila, Flying Burritos, Chocolate Chasing Maidens, Winged Horses and Smoking Guns…Sum up the fun around what we are really about! Open 7 days from 5pm.

The General Practitioner Cnr Willis & Boulcott Street, Wellington Phone 04 499 6001

■

Acclaimed Wellington gastropub, The General Practitioner, offers the best in NZ craft beer and wild food. National winner of the 2008 Wild Food Challenge. The GP is an ideal spot for meals, private functions, after-work socialising, pre-theatre dining and a quick pint or a bite from our award winning menu. Open from 11am daily.

The Tasting Room 2 Courtenay Place, Wellington Phone 04 384 1159

■

Renowned Wellington gastropub featuring NZ game and wildfoods paired with eclectic wine and beer matches.

Open 7 days for lunch and dinner, and brunch in the weekends. Great outdoor seating area.

Accommodation

69

From five-star hotels to inexpensive guesthouses, Wellington has all the options covered.

Qualmark New Zealand The range of facilities offered varies depending on the style of accommodation. The Qualmark star system rates various categories of accommodation in New Zealand and is a good indication of the standard of facilities. You can also ask to see the rooms â&#x20AC;&#x201C; inspections should be welcomed.

HUTT VALLEY ACCOMMODATION see pages 74-78 HUTT VALLEY is only 15 minutes from Wellington and the ferry terminal. Amazing seaside village and hillside B&Bs, a range of motels through to Qualmark 5 star and two holiday parks: Top Ten Hutt Park in Hutt City and Harcourt Holiday Park in Upper Hutt.

Hutt City i-SITE Visitor Centre, 25 Laings Road, Lower Hutt.

Phone 04 560 4715. www.huttvalleynz.com Upper Hutt i-SITE Visitor Centre, 90 Main Street, Upper Hutt.

Phone 04 527 2141. www.huttvalleynz.com SHOPPING CENTRE see listing page 58

GUESTHOUSE see ad page 71 THE RICHMOND GUEST HOUSE Five minutes from town at the base of Mount Victoria. Bed & breakfast. Single with ensuite $79, double and twin with ensuite $99 and triple ensuite available. Free internet access including wireless internet.

116 Brougham Street, Wellington, phone 939 4567. www.richmondguesthouse.co.nz

BACKPACKERS DOWNTOWN BACKPACKERS Superbly located hostel, situated in an historic Art Deco hotel, opposite railway station, closest hostel to ferries, close to Te Papa, stadium and city.

CafĂŠ and bar, wifi and internet, 24hr reception.

1 Bunny Street, Wellington. Freephone 0800 225 725.

Phone 473 8482. Fax 471 1073. Email db@downtownbackpackers.co.nz www.downtownbackpackers.co.nz

70

Accommodation

MOTOR LODGE ASURE FERNHILL MOTOR LODGE 26 spacious units, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom family unit. Free unlimited Wifi 32" LCD TV. Large glass atrium for casual use. Covered access to all units.

Extensive carparking suitable for larger vehicles and trailers.

12km to Wellington City and Inter-island ferry. 1km to Lower Hutt City Centre. Tariff from $120.

17-19 Pharazyn Street, Lower Hutt. Freephone 0800 433 764.

Phone 939 9939. Email fernhillmotorlodge@xtra.co.nz

BACKPACKERS see ad page 71 WELLYWOOD BACKPACKERS Conveniently located in Central Wellington, Wellywood Backpackers provides a great spot to stay while you enjoy the Wellington's many attractions. Minutes from Courtney Place, you’re only a stroll away from the many cafés, restaurants, bars and live theatre available. Offering guests a large communal area, large communal kitchen, TV lounges, guest laundry and high-speed internet, at Wellywood Backpackers, we’re sure our guest facilities will help you feel at home - while away from home.

58 Tory Street, Te Aro, Wellington. Freephone 0508 00 5858.

Email info@wellywoodbackpackers.co.nz www.wellywoodbackpackers.co.nz

272 SH 1 North (50km area), Otaki Ph: 06 364 6228 RESERVATIONS: 0800 126 888 Email: cottagepark@kapiti.co.nz www.cottageparkmotorlodge.co.nz

Ferry er Stopov

Ferry stopover, Wellington 55min. Walk to shops/restaurants/cafés/racecourse/ park/train. 8 x 1-brm cottage motel units, 1 studio unit, private, cosy, quiet.

Close to all Otaki attractions. Pet-friendly. Ample parking. Indoor heated pool.

Tariff: (single/dble) Motels $118-$165, extra $15. Budget tourist cabins from $69 single/dble (inc. linen), motorhome sites $25.

71

Accommodation

The

Richmond Guest House B ED & B R E AKFAS T

Your home away from home

10%unt dihsencboooking

• 10-minute walk to Te Papa Museum w • 5-minute walk to the city, is ad with th theatres, restaurants etc • On shuttle route from airport, rail, FOR RESERVATIONS bus terminal and ferry 0800 939 939 • Scenic tour buses call at front door PH 04 939 4567 • Single ensuite $79 FREE 116 Brougham Street INTERNETg • Double and twin ensuite $99 in clud • Triple ensuite available access in Wellington eless

Our home is just up the road from our place (Te Papa)

Fax 04 939 4569 www.richmondguesthouse.co.nz

wir et intern

All prices include breakfast Clean, comfortable accommodation

72

Transport & Rentals

Wellington Harbour Cruise Ship ŠPostively Wellington Tourism

Vehicle Rentals For those who want to explore further afield, there are several companies offering a comprehensive selection of fully-equipped mobile homes and cars at conveniently located city depots. Rental vehicles are also available from depots at the airport and some outer suburbs.

Airport Information Refer pages 81-82 for details.

Buses GO Wellington provides bus City area. Valley Flyer buses Eastbourne, Stokes Valley and information about bus Wellington region contact www.metlink.org.nz.

services throughout the Wellington connect Upper Hutt, Wainuiomata, and Wellington. For timetables and train services in the greater Metlink 0800 801 700 or visit

Ferry Services Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferry Bluebridge Cook Strait car and passenger ferry sails twice a day (up to four times a day from December) between Wellington and Picton. The Bluebridge Wellington terminal is located close to the city centre, across the road from Wellington Railway Station, phone 0800 844 844 or see www.bluebridge.co.nz for timetable details and bookings.

Interislander The Interislander ferries carry cars and passengers between Wellington and Picton up to five times daily. A shuttle service, costing $2, runs between the Interislander Terminal and Wellington Railway Station. Call freephone 0800 802 802 or visit www.interislander.co.nz for timetable details and bookings.

Dominion Post Ferry The Dominion Post Ferry makes regular trips from Queens Wharf to Matiu/Somes Island Scientific Reserve and the seaside suburbs of Eastbourne, Days Bay and Petone, phone 494 3339 or 499 1282.

Trains The main Wellington railway station is on the corner of Bunny

Transport & Rentals

73

Photo courtesy Airport Flyer

Street and Thorndon Quay. Wellington’s suburban train network, Tranz Metro (ph 498 3000, www.tranzmetro.co.nz) connects the central city with Johnsonville, Melling (Lower Hutt), Waikanae, Upper Hutt, Masterton and points between.

Phone Metlink 0800 801 700, www.metlink.org.nz Metlink Explorer Ticket A Metlink Explorer Ticket ($20) is valid for a day’s bus and train travel to anywhere within the Wellington region (excluding Wairarapa). It can be bought on any train or bus after 9am.

Taxis Corporate Cabs Hutt & City Taxis Wellington Combined Taxis

Phone 387 4600 Phone 570 0057 Phone 384 4444

Wellington Cable Car Wellington’s historic cable car runs between Lambton Quay and the Wellington Botanic Gardens – a climb of 610m. It’s a good way to get your bearings and the views from the top are stunning, phone 472 2199.

Vision Transport

Passenger transfers to and from airport Door to door service Very competitive set fares

Shuttle & Trailer

Charter service and group transfers to other destinations Individual door to door service Tours - distance is no barrier with tours, sightseeing and any long distance travel

VIP Transport

All services must be pre-booked 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Wellington Phone 04 973 0021

www.visionshuttles.co.nz

74

Around Wellington

Greytown ©Destination Wairarapa

Wairarapa Wairarapa is the perfect retreat, centrally placed on the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail. An hour from Wellington by car or train, you’ll find characterful towns, great food, and family-owned vineyards.

Wairarapa’s rolling hills, rugged coastline and thriving wineries are not to be missed. Stay at a cottage, elegant hotel or luxury lodge enjoying premium wine, gourmet food and a warm welcome.

Explore local galleries and boutique stores in Greytown, a Victorian country village with metropolitan panache plus great food and coffee.

Take a wine tour or enjoy olive oil tasting in Martinborough and

75

Wairarapa stroll or bike between the cellar doors. Tour the unique Stonehenge Aotearoa to learn how the lives of ancient cultures were guided by the stars. Wairarapa's Farmers' Market is held every Saturday at the historic Solway Showgrounds, Fleet Street from 9am to 12.30pm.

ATTRACTION see ad page 75 STONEHENGE AOTEAROA Situated in the serene environment of rural Wairarapa, a short distance from Carterton, Stonehenge Aotearoa is a window into the past where the visitor can rediscover the ancient knowledge of their ancestors.

Phone 06 377 1600 or visit our web site www.stonehenge-aotearoa.com

BUNGY JUMP, SWING, FLYING FOX see ad page 74 MOKAI GRAVITY CANYON The canyon is home to the North Islands Highest Bungy 80m, Biggest Giant Swing and Most Extreme Flying Fox. We are located alongside the Rangitikei River deep within the Mokai Canyon.

332 Mokai Road, Taihape. Phone 06 388 9109. www.gravitycanyon.co.nz

Stay in the heart of Wellingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wine Country

SA08/10

Take time out to experience all the style and magic that is The Martinborough Hotel.

Just over an hour from the Capital, on the picturesque square of Martinborough Wine Village. Book online at www.martinboroughhotel.co.nz or call 06 306 9350

76

Things toPorirua See & Do

Titahi Bay

Share our Paradise â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Walkways, Cycleways and Beaches Porirua is a young satellite city, just 20 minutes north of Wellington, with a reputation for energy, creativity and Outdoor Action.

PATAKA Art + Museum

Our vibrant natural, environment, surrounded by twin harbours, hills, ocean and rugged coastline, provides beautiful walks. Scuba diving, fishing and trips to Mana Island are easy to arrange. Windsurfing, kayak, sail, horse ride, mountain bike, play golf or relax at a cafĂŠ. High-wire challenges at Adrenalin Forest are heart pumping.

PATAKA Art + Museum showcases contemporary Maori, Pacific Island and Kiwi art. Te Rauparaha Arena houses the Arena Aquatic Centre is named after the legendary Maori Chief who composed Ka Mate, the best known Maori haka in the world, and led Ngati Toa to conquer the region nearly 200 years ago.

Adrenalin Forest

Grand Traverse

Explore the stunning Pauatahanui Inlet, dotted with charming boathouses and

Spine of PATAKA Art + Museum

77

Porirua

featuring a wildlife sanctuary with walkways and hides for bird-watching.

Plimmerton is the perfect New Zealand seaside village, with inviting restaurants and accommodation choices.

So join us, explore and stay a while.

Brief History of Porirua

Arena Aquatic Centre

Maori oral traditions and tribal whakapapa passed down recall the names of the explorers and iwi who first lived in Porirua.

Ngai Tara and Ngati Ira were among the early tribes who occupied Porirua. In the 1820s the arrival of the musket armed Ngati Toa led by Te Rauparaha, Ngati Toaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s formidable chief created a new era for Porirua. Te Rauparaha rose to leadership because of his strong defence of his tribe's interests and his skill in battle. He took his tribe from Kawhia to the conquest of large territories and the founding of a new home for Ngati Toa here in Porirua. He composed Ka Mate the well known haka used by New Zealand sporting teams such as the All Blacks.

Paremata Yachties

GETTING TO AND AROUND PORIRUA

Porirua i-SITE Vistor Centre 8 Cobham Court, Porirua City Phone 04 237 8088 www.poriruaNZ.com

Located on State Highway 1, just 20km north of Wellington city, Porirua city is easily accessible by car or public transport.

Try taking the 20 minute Tranz Metro train ride from downtown Wellington, or from Paraparaumu.

78

ThingsHutt to SeeValley & Do

See all of Wellington region from Belmont Regional Park.

The Hutt Valley Story

New Zealand's first lighthouse

Mythological history tells of two taniwha, Ngake and Whaitaitai who lived in Wellington Harbour when it was just a lake. The lake eventually became too small for the taniwha and they longed to escape into the ocean to the south. Ngake positioned himself on the northern edge of the lake and using his tail as a spring thrust himself towards the southern shores, smashing a passage way through to what is today known as Cook Strait. The force of the release of Ngake’s coiled tail carved Te Awakairangi / Hutt River – the river of food from the sky.

As the first place of organised settlement in New Zealand, the Hutt Valley is filled with amazing New Zealand history.

Just 15 minutes north of Wellington you can discover the country’s first lighthouse, first dam and learn about the arrival of the New Zealand company’s first ships at Petone Settlers Museum.

Jackson St, Petone

An outdoor haven mixes stories of NZ firsts with new culture, courtesy of cutting edge art and a tasty food scene. Don’t miss the historical and trendy cafes, galleries and unique retailers of Jackson Street, Petone.

Stop for a coffee then explore quiet native forest and riverside walks, swimming, fishing, and river kayaking, hunting, gliding and tramping. It’s a mountain biker’s haven with lots of tracks and trails plus quad biking too.

Explore a huge mix of parks, and Maidstone Max skate park for the whole family, plus many stunning golf courses.

World Class Art Gallery

79

Hutt Valley

Lush forest walks and an ice-cream at Days Bay Beach

Summer top ten must do’s: Ferry across Wellington harbour to the upmarket Eastern Bay villages; with a stop on the nature reserve of Matiu/Somes Island.

Quad Bike Expeditions take you deep to the Turakirae Head seal colony or up into the hills, river valleys along the rugged south coast.

Cutting-edge art at The Dowse Art Museum with world-class exhibits and see a show at Expressions Arts and Entertainment Centre.

Contemporary and traditional Maori art are produced on a real working Marae at Hetet Art Space in Waiwhetu.

Staglands Wildlife Reserve Akatarawa Valley

Hire a bike to explore the 28 kilometres of Hutt River trail from Petone up to the historic Rimutaka Rail Trail.

Scale the 30m long swinging suspension bridge and take in beautiful views on your way to picnic at Birchville Dam. There’s plenty of family fun in Upper Hutt’s Harcourt Park, with summer paddling pool, adventure playgrounds and outdoor concerts.

Enjoy our region’s natural treasures at Staglands Wildlife Reserve, a special look at New Zealand’s wildlife, heritage and beauty.

Expressions Arts and Entertainment Centre

Explore many of The Lord of the Rings film locations especially at magical Rivendell in Kaitoke Regional Park.

Discover many more must dos at Hutt City i-SITE Visitor Centre 25 Laings Road, Lower Hutt 04 560 4715 www.huttvalleynz.com Kaitoke – LOTR film locations

80

Days Bay & Eastbourne

Eastern Bays

Cruise over to the Bays A short ferry ride across the harbour from Queen's Wharf and you'll arrive at an area long considered the "playground of Wellington."

Days Bay and Eastbourne are ideal destinations to stroll along one of the two historic wharves, check out the local shops, cafes and restaurants or just relax on the beach – always the last to lose the sun! The area is a great place to enjoy Wellington, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Days Bay and Eastbourne are linked by a short leisurely walk and offer many recreational pursuits. You can kayak, bush walk, enjoy great biking, fish from the wharves and swim at the beaches or in the outdoor heated pool.

The area offers visitors an array of unique galleries, gift shops, secluded courtyard dining, our well known local pub, pizza in the park, gorgeous award-winning gelato and a very popular deli.

Make a weekend of it and stay at one of several top homestays and B&Bs! Visit www.huttvalleynz.com for more information.

You haven’t experienced Wellington till you’ve sailed on the Harbour Ferry!

Up to 16 return sailings daily between Queens Wharf / Matiu Somes Island / Days Bay. Also weekend Round Harbour Explorer tours calling at Petone / Matiu Somes Island / Days Bay / Seatoun / Queens Wharf For timetables and fares ph Metlink 04 801 7000 or visit our website: www.eastbywest.co.nz – Office ph 04 499 1282, daily status line ph 04 494 3339

Wellington Airport

81

Wellington Airport

The airport is located 8km (5 miles) southeast of Wellington at Rongotai on Stewart Duff Drive Airport Information Travel options to and from Wellington Airport (phone 385 5100) include taxis, shuttle buses and Airport Flyer Bus, as well as rental vehicles which may be picked up/dropped off at the airport or nearby. Taxi fares range from about $30-$35 to the CBD to about $95 to Upper Hutt. Shuttle buses cost less (from about $16 to the CBD to about $50 to Upper Hutt if you are travelling alone) but take longer, as they pick up and drop off en route.

The Airport Flyer travels between Wellington Airport and Hutt Valley, via several city stops. It departs every 15 minutes to the city and on to Westfield Queensgate in Lower Hutt, and every hour to Upper Hutt, between 6.30am and 9.30pm. The distinctive, orange-coloured bus stops at the southern end of the airport terminal on ground level. The cost is $8 one way for a full adult cash fare to Wellington city.

Wellington International Airport Air New Zealand Reservations and Fare Inquiries Phone 0800 737 000.

Duty-free Allowance Arriving passengers are allowed 1.125 litres of spirits, 4.5 litres of wine and 200 cigarettes.

Departure Tax $25, payable on leaving the country.

82

Wellington Airport Information A small information brochure stand is located on the first floor, in the main check-in hall. Touch-screen help phones are also available on the ground floor (baggage claim area).

Luggage Storage and Lost Property A luggage storage room is available on the ground floor (baggage claim area). For enquiries, also regarding lost property, phone 385 5124. (For lost baggage, contact the relevant airline.)

Security Security measures are in place for all international flights leaving New Zealand. For full Aviation Security Service information, visit www.flysmart.govt.nz Regional Flights Two airlines, Sounds Air and AIR2THERE, offer scheduled and chartered regional services.

Driving To/From Wellington Airport

Ur We ba llin n M gt oto on rw ay

From the Airport If you are travelling north and to the city from the airport, follow the signs to the city, go through the Mt Victoria tunnel, around the Basin Reserve cricket ground and turn left onto Karo Drive, the Wellington urban motorway, which is also State Highway (SH1).

This leaves the CBD and follows alongside the harbour then, at the Ngauranga interchange, SH1 veers left and continues north (via Porirua and Kapiti-Horowhenua). SH2 continues straight ahead to Hutt Valley and Wairarapa.

Wellington Airport is on the south coast of the Ferry Terminal North Island, so if you are travelling south by car or Aotea Quay campervan, you will need to book a ferry across Waterloo Quay the Cook Strait to Picton.

There are two operators: Customhouse Quay Bluebridge Cook Strait WELLINGTON CITY CENTRE Ferry, phone 0800 844 844, Jervois Quay Oriental Parade and Interislander, phone Wakefield St 0800 802 802.

Cambridge Terrace Kent Terrace From the City Mt Victoria Evans Bay Parade Tunnel The airport is located about Adelaide Ruahine St 15-20 minutes southeast of the city and is accessible via Wellington Rd Riddiford Cobham a two-lane tunnel beneath Drive Crawford Mt Victoria to Kilbirnie.

Rongotai Alternatively, you can take Calabar Rd the scenic route via Oriental Bay and Point Jerningham.

Allow 30 minutes during WELLINGTON peak times.

AIRPORT

CITY TO AIRPORT

Wellington Maps

83

Civic Square ©Positively Wellington Tourism

This street index applies to the Wellington city map on pages 84 & 85 Abel Smith St Adelaide Rd Aitken St Alexandra Rd

O4 Q8 G5 N13 P11 Allen St N8 Alpha St N8 Aotea Quay D7 Aro St P2 Arthur St P6 Ascot St H3 Aurora Tce I4 Austin St P10 Ballance St I5 Bayview Tce M11 Blair St N8 Bolton St I4 Boulcott St L5 Bowen St H4 Brandon St J5 Brougham St P9 Buckle St P7 Bunny St H5 Bute St O5 Cable Car Line K3 Cable St M8 Cambridge Tce O8 Carlton Gore Rd J13 Chews Ln L5 Church St L4 Claytons Ave O5 Clermont Tce J3 Clifton Tce J4 College St O8 Courtenay Pl M7 Cuba St O5 Customhouse Quay J6 Davis St F6

Dixon St M6 Ebor St O7 Egmont St N6 Elizabeth St N10 Ellice St P9 Evans Bay Pde J14 M16 Featherston St J5 Fitzherbert Tce E5 Frederick St O7 Garrett St N5 Ghuznee St N4 Glasgow St M3 Glen Rd L2 Grafton Rd K14 M14 Grant Rd E3 Grass St L12 Grey St K5 Grove Rd N2 Hadfield Tce O2 Haining St O6 Hapua St P12 Harris St L6 Hataitai Rd N14 P13 Hawker St M10 Hawkestone St G4 Herd St M8 Hill St G4 Hobson St E5 Hohiria Rd O14 Holland St N7 Hunter St K5 Hutt Rd C5 Jacobs Pl N7 Jervois Quay K6 Jessie St O7 Johnston St J5

Kate Sheppard Pl Kelburn Pde Kensington St Kent Tce Konini Rd Lambton Quay Leeds St Left Bank Lorne St Maida Vale Majoribanks St Manners St Marewa Rd Marion St Martin Square Mercer St Molesworth St Mulgrave St Ngaio Rd Oak Park O’Reilly Ave Oriental Pde Oriental Tce Palliser Rd Panama St Percival St Pipitea St Pirie St Pitt St Port St Queen St Rakau Rd Rimu Rd Robieson St Roseneath Tce Roxburgh St Salamanca Rd

H5 N3 P5 O8 P12 H5 K5 N6 N6 O8 K14 N9 M6 O13 O6 P6 L5 F4 G5 L1 O4 M5 L9 K12 L11 M12 J5 M4 F5 09 B2 N10 O9 P13 M2 M13 M14 M9 L3

Sar St B5 Stout St H5 Sussex St Q7 Sydney St West H3 Taranaki St N7 Te Anau Rd N15 Tennyson St N8 The Crescent K13 The Tce N4 K4 Thompson St Q5 Thorndon Quay D5 G6 Tinakori Rd I2 F4 Upland Rd M1 M2 Upoko Rd O12 Victoria St O5 M5 Vivian St O7 Waipapa Rd O14 Waiteata Rd N3 Wakefield St M6 M7 Walter St O5 Waring Taylor St I5 Waterloo Quay G7 Watson St O4 Wellington Urban F4 Motorway Wigan St O6 K6 Willeston St Willis St M5 O5 Woodward St I5 York St N7 Youngs Ave O4

84

Wellington Maps 3

4

5

6

SAR STR E ET

PITT STREET

2

HUTT ROAD

WELLINGTON CITY STREETS

AOT EA

CE ZH ER BE RT T

FIT

ROA

D

OAD

¤

GRA

TIN AKO RI

NT R

CE CIL

¤

UAY

TON ST

MHOUSE QU AY

CUSTO

ALLEN

¤

¤

BUCKLE ST REET

¤

¤

RUGBY

DUFFERIN

Basin Reserve PATE R SONZ ADELAIDE RD

22

2

CAMBRID GE TERR KENT TE ACE RRACE

ET

SQUARE

MARION

TARANAK I STREET

BLAIR

¤

EGMONT TARANAK I STREET

LEEDS

L

HOPPER ST REET

MARTIN

TORY STRE

STREET TO RIA

CUBA MAL

VIC

WALTE CLAYTONS R BUTE CUBA ST REET

THOMPSON STREE T

KARO DRI VE WEBB STR EET

TASMAN STREET

FEATHERS

¤

CHEWS LANE

TT BOULCO WILLIS ST

¤ ¤ ¤ ¤ VICTORIA KENSINGT STREET ON

NAIRN ST

AD

WAT ER L OO Q

THORN DON QU AY

¤

NQ TO

MB

Y QUA

TON

B LAM

¤ ROAD SALAMANC A

TH E TERRACE PERCIV AL

THE TERR ACE

GLE N

ST OU T

LA

ST RE ET LT ON BO

WATSON YOUNG OAK S WILLIS ST REET

RE ST REE T

UA Y

¤ N SR EET TRE W E ET ST

T IN AKO RI R OAD S

¤

RIMU

AD GRO VE

WAITE ATA

KL BROO YN RO

¤

IR O

WIGAN

¤¤ ¤ ¤

¤

OH

¤

¤

¤

AR K ELB U RN P ADE

¤

¤

STREET

COURTENA Y PLA 13 15 CE YORK HOLLAND 30 ALPHA JACOBS TENN YSON EBOR LORNE JESSIE COLLEGE VIVIAN ST FREDERIC K HAINING

¤

GARRETT

BLE STREE T

ELD STR E ET

¤

HADFIELD

DIXON ST

LE BANFT K

WAK EFI

¤

RTIMER

S ST

Orie HERD

¤

Y

TRE ET

NER

¤

MAN

¤

¤

GLEN MO

¤

27

WA KEF IELD S

Te Papa 9 Museum of CNZ A ¤

¤

P LU NK

29

11 33 18

SUSSEX

12

Y QU A

R AROA

¤

OIS JERV

HO LLO WA

¤

¤

ON

MERC ER

¤

TO WIND TURBINE

Lambton Harbour Frank Kitts Park Frank Kitts Park Lagoon

HARRIS

GHUZNEE ST

Queens Wharf

20 25

¤

¤

¤

¤

HUNTER

ABEL SMIT H

¤

MO

Q

14

WILLEST

T ARO S REET

Tanera Park

East By West Ferry Terminal

O'REILLY

O

Bluebridge Ferry Terminal

¤

¤

G R EY

CHURCH

ARO S TRE ET

AVE MULGR

r e Ca

4

PANAMA

¤

D

U PLA N

O DR

JOHNSTON BRANDON

WOODWAR R D ST

W ASGO GL C E NTRAL

OA DR AN PL

ET

WARINGTAYLO

5

T

NC E

A OR

l Cab KELBURN

HITI RAW

U

BA LL A

Container Terminal

NY S

23

O CLIFT N TE RRA CE

¤

6 5

AIO NG

E N S TREET

3

8 16

10

BUN

¤

R AU

RMONT

7

24 1

21

T

28

CL E

Botanic Garden

STREET

AITKEN KATE ARD SHEPPCE PLA

26 BO W

27 31

TO ZEALANDIA: THE KARORI SANCTUARY EXPERIENCE

L

P

VI S DA

T STREE PIPITEA

32

ASCO T T YDNEY S BOW E

TO OTARI-WILTON'S BUSH

J

N

Y QUA

AY ET QU RE ON ST ON BS HO

STONE

REE HILL ST

H

M

34

THORNDON

STREET

HAWKE

G

K

N

ND

F

I

500m © Jasons Travel Media Ltd 2010

OR

Town Belt

ST HY RP MU ORTH MOLESW

N

1 2

¤

E

9

Ferry Terminal

TH

D

8

17 Interislander

TO HUTT VALLEY AND PORIRUA

B

C

7

¤

1

A

85

Wellington Maps 9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

nder Key

ANS EV

E

L

ENT ESC CR TH E GR AF T ON

ambton Harbour GRA

S ER PAL LI

IE

A LEXA

¤

AU

NI

K

TO AIRPORT

HATAITAI I

el

TA

TO AIRPORT

RAK

Bu

sT unn

MA

Mt Victoria Tu

nnel

AU

HOH IRIA WAIPA PA

U POKO

M HAPUA

AREW A

ON I

¤

ELLICE ST REET

A R I KI

PORT

PIRIE STRE ET

ALEXANDRA

¤ DUFFERIN

Town Belt

AUSTIN ST REET

STREET BROUGHAM

CAMBRID GE TERR KENT TE ACE RRACE

¤

¤

¤

Y

ELIZABET H STREET

N

A NDR

¤ QUEEN ST

in TO rve PATE R SONZOO ST

SON

EE T

STR

HA WK ER

ROX BU RG HS T

BLAIR

¤

¤

PHA

T

AY P ARA

FTO

A AW AR

NKS STREE

GRA ATH

AN

MAJORIBA

NE

B RO

19

Mt Victoria

N

E

BAYVIEW

TE

¤

13 15

2

ANS B

DE

ET

Evans Bay EV

HERD

STREET

E

DE

RO S E

D A RA TAL P ORIEN

SS

Oriental Bay

m

A OR AL PA R TER IENTA O RIEN T RAC L E

MAIDA E V AL

CAR

HA TA I TA I

34

BA

NG ORE

ntainer minal

TO

N

Y PARAD

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33

HA TAIT AI

m

Media Ltd 2010

Archives New Zealand G6 BATS Theatre N9 Bank of New Zealand Museum G7 Bluebridge Ferry Terminal I6 Cable Car K2, K5 Cable Car Museum K2 Carter Observatory J2 Central Railway Station H6 Circa Theatre M7 City Bus Terminal H5 City Gallery Wellington L6 Colonial Cottage Museum P4 Downstage Theatre N8 East By West Ferry J6 Embassy Theatre N8 Interislander Ferry Shuttle Bus H6 Interislander Terminal B7 Michael Fowler Centre L6 Mt Victoria Lookout M12 Museum of Wellington K6 National Library of NZ G5 National War Memorial P7 Old Government Buildings H5 Old St Paul's G6 Olympic Museum Gallery J6 Parliament Buildings H4 Post Office M6 Reserve Bank Museum H4 Te Papa Museum of NZ L8 The Film Archive N6 Wellington Botanic Garden J2 Wellington Cathedral of St Paul G5 Wellington Town Hall L6 Westpac Stadium E7 Visitor Information Centre L6 Book these tours through the Visitor Information Centre: Wellington Rover

¤

1 2 3 4 5

WAITOA

86

SALAMANCA ROAD

Wellington Maps

MACDONALD CRES

THE TERRACE

1

l nne d Tu a o R

BOULCOTT STREE

P

MA N DIXON STREET

MANN ERS S

LEEDS ST

ET

P MARION STREET

Opera House

P

Wellington Town

¤

KNIGGES AVE

Civic Square Michael Fowler C

CUBA STREET

STRE

LEFT BANK

TREET

GHUZNEE STREET

VIVIAN STREET

VICTORIA

P

WAKE FIELD

¤ CUBA STREET

BO ND ST

ST RS NE

EDWARD ST

¤

P

P

MERC

WILLIS STREET

VICTORIA STREET

ABEL SMITH STREET

ER ST

¤ WILLIS STREET

¤

ORI

ENT AL

E

ELIZABETH ST

Embassy Theatre

MAJORIBANKS ST

¤

AD PAR

¤ PIRIE ST

CABLE ST

REET

¤

P

CAMBRIDGE ¤ TERRACE

¤

© Jasons Travel Media Ltd 2010

P CHAFFERS STREET HERD STREET

TENNYSON STREET

LORNE STREET

BLAIR STREET

KENT TERRACE 200m

¤

JESSIE STREET VIVIAN STREET

COLLEGE STREET

COURTENAY PLACE

¤

FREDERICK ST

¤

N

¤

ALLEN STREET

Te Papa

¤

P

TORY STREET

Courtenay Central P

¤

¤

¤

St James Theatre

¤

¤

HAINING STREET

TARANAKI STREET

You’ve tried net cafés. Now try CaféN

87

Wellington Maps

WILLESTON ST

STREET

NY S

T

ST

BAL L

ANC ES TRE E

T

¤ WARING TAYLOR

JOHNSTON ST

BRANDON ST

¤

GREY STREET

PANAMA ST

CUSTOMHOUSE QUAY

WH ITM ORE

R ST

HARRIS

¤

ERCE

¤

c e ael Fowler Centre

FEATHERSTON STREET

NIT Y

Railway Station

¤

IS VO JER

AY QU

P

¤

HUNTER STREET

P P

P

MA G IN

BUN

EVERTON TERRACE

STREET BOULCOTT

P

ST

T

RACE HE TER

Cable QUAY ON Car LAMBT

VICTORIA STREET

N WE BO

P P

ULCOTT STREET

A

E

P

OR

CLIFTON TER R

TERRAC

1

AUR ACE

Museum of Wellington

Queens Wharf

Eastbourne Ferry

ington Town Hall

a

HERD STREET

AD PAR

AL

E

CaféNET. Wellington is the café capital of New Zealand. Now you can enjoy the capital’s cafés whilst logging onto ultra fast wireless broadband with CaféNET. Grab your WiFi capable laptop or handheld and wherever you see this symbol you can log on. Simply select CaféNET, fire up your browser and follow the easy registration process. If you’ve got any questions go to www.cafenet.co.nz or call 04 917 0200.

88

Wellington Maps

1 To Hawke's Bay

Levin 57

To Palmerston North & Hawke's Bay

Mount Bruce

Otaki 1 Tararua Range Waikanae Beach Kapiti Island Flight to

Coastlands

Paraparaumu Nelson

Paekakariki m hei

n

ht

Flig

to

Ble

Waikanae

Pukerua Bay

Akatawara Staglands Valley Wildlife Reserve Featherston

1

2

Upper Hutt 58 2 The Dowsen Lake Paremata Art Museum Wairarapa Lower Hutt Porirua PATAKA Melling New Zealand 1 Rimutaka Range Police Museum Woburn Tawa Petone Petone Settlers Museum Otari-Wilton's 2 Johnsonville Port Bush Wainuiomata Nicholson Wilton Days Bay Makara Beach Karori ZEALANDIA: Eastbourne The Karori Mana Island

Sanctuary Experience

Wrights Hill Newtown

WELLINGTON

Red Pencarrow

Palliser Bay

Seal Coast Wellington Rocks Head Zoo Safari Baring Cook Strait Ferries Head (Wellington to Picton) Cook Strait

Mount Victoria ŠPositively Wellington Tourism

ay

unt uce

a

A Wellington tradition since 1863 When in Wellington it is essential to visit New Zealand’s premier department store for understated elegance and outstanding service.

You will find three floors of fine shopping in the heart of Lambton Quay.

KIRKCALDIE & STAINS TRAVEL PRICE Kirkcaldie & Stains offers all international travellers 15% off the normal price on all merchandise store wide. To receive the Kirkcaldie & Stains Travel Price customers must show proof (e.g. tickets) that they are travelling within the next two weeks and must spend a minimum of $50. This offer is only available to the person who is travelling and named on the travel documents. The Travel Price is unavailable on purchases in Crabtree & Evelyn, dermalogica, dermalogica at essence, Mimco, Mecca Cosmetica, Scent Floral Boutique, Witchery, WitcheryMan, WitcheryKids and K&S Café and not in conjunction with any other offer.

LANGUAGE IS NO BARRIER AT KIRKCALDIE & STAINS. A number of languages are spoken by Kirkcaldie & Stains staff members.

Please ask at Reception on the ground floor should you require assistance.

165 - 177 Lambton Quay Wellington Telephone (04) 472 5899 www.kirkcaldies.co.nz Hours: Monday to Thursday 9.30am - 5.30pm.

Friday 9.30am - 6pm.

Saturday 10am - 5pm.

Sunday 10am - 4pm.