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Wellington
New Zealand · WLG
Windy harbour capital of coffee, film, and craft beer.
About
Wellington is the capital city of New Zealand. It is located at the southwestern tip of the North Island, between Cook Strait and the Remutaka Range. Wellington is the third-largest city in New Zealand, and is the administrative centre of the Wellington Region. It is the world's southernmost capital of a sovereign state. Wellington features a temperate maritime climate, and is the world's windiest city by average wind speed. Metro Wellington has a population of 433,900 as of June 2025, including the integral cities of Lower Hutt, Porirua and Upper Hutt. The city has served as New Zealand's capital since 1865, a status that is not defined in legislation, but established by convention; the New Zealand Government and Parliament, the Supreme Court and most of the public services are based in the city.
Known for
- hiking · excellent
- nature · excellent
- dining · good
- family friendly · good
- live music · good
Ratings reviewed by a person, not generated.
Weather through the year
- Jan67°F7d wet
- Feb68°F7d wet
- Mar65°F10d wet
- Apr62°F9d wet
- May59°F11d wet
- Jun55°F12d wet
- Jul54°F13d wet
- Aug54°F14d wet
- Sep56°F12d wet
- Oct58°F12d wet
- Nov62°F12d wet
- Dec65°F12d wet
Monthly averages from long-run climate normals. Bars compare months here, not places.
Things to do
30 Mins Supercar Passenger ExperienceFrom $108 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament in WellingtonFrom $38 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Private Wairarapa Wine Delights Tour from WellingtonFrom $325 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Wellington City and Sea: Private 5-6 hr tour Lunch inclusiveFrom $172 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Wellington Region Full Day Private Tour: Get out of the CityFrom $332 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Private Martinborough Foodie Delights Tour from WellingtonFrom $366 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Tours from Viator. Prices and availability are theirs; we may earn a commission when you book.
Plan the trip
Fly into Wellington International Airport (WLG), about 3.7 mi away.
Nearby destinations
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