There's so much to do in the home of New Zealand's biggest sports festival
Wellington has been named the 4th top city in the WORLD to visit next year by Lonely Planet Best in Travel 2011! Yes, we said in the world. As in the whole freaking globe, planet, on earth, etc. The guide also reckons Wellington may just be the "coolest little capital in the world", and New Zealand's "most innovative and inspiring city". Clearly these people know a thing or two.
The coolest little capital in the world is host to eight 2011 Rugby World Cup matches including two quarter-finals. Check out www.wellingtonnz2011.com for all the rugby and Festival of Carnival events.
One of the cool things about Wellington is that everything in the downtown area is within walking distance. Party at the Westpac Stadium, and then play on just 20 minutes walk away - at the downtown party zones, Courtenay Place and Cuba Street. Here you’ll find tiny, tucked-away bars, quirky cafes, award-winning restaurants and buzzing nightlife.
If you have some downtime from all the Hertz Sevens action, head to Te Papa, New Zealand’s national museum, visit some funky fashion boutiques or enjoy a local music gig.
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Sights and Activities
Wellington is a magnet for creative thinkers and is nationally regarded as New Zealand’s arts, culture and cuisine capital. But it’s also a city right on nature’s doorstep. Just a few minutes from the urban hub you’ll find native bush, golden sand beaches, ZEALANDIA: the Karori Sanctuary Experience and the Wellington Zoo. Visit the official regional tourism website for more information and bookings.
The Wellington region boasts a diverse range of conservation visitor hot spots within easy reach of Wellington city. Visit marine reserves, wetlands, forests, and island sanctuaries, and see outstanding geological features, heritage sites, and endangered New Zealand wildlife. Coastal and inland tracks offer spectacular views. For more information, check out Wellington/Kapiti region, and Wairarapa region on the Department of Conservation website.
Wellington Accommodation
Looking for a place to rest your head while you’re in town for the Hertz Sevens? Check out Travel Bug and WellingtonNZ.com where you can find, compare and book your ideal place to stay. Accomodation types available range from budget to 5 Star.
If you can’t find any accommodation available on the dates that you’re looking for, you can also call the Wellington i-SITE on 04 802 4860 and they’ll do their best to help you find a place to stay.
Wellington Mobile Guide
When you're in Wellington, you can stay up-to-date with events, Tournament information, bar and restaurant locations and practical information such as maps and weather on the Wellington mobile guide. Go to m.WellingtonNZ.com from your mobile, or text* Wellington to 315.
* Text service only available for NZ mobiles and texts cost 20c. While the mobile guide is provided free, charges from your mobile provider for data usage may apply.
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