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Old St Paul's is a gem among churches and a welcome oasis amidst the bustle of the inner city. This early English Gothic-style church was built in 1866 as the Parish Church of Thorndon and served as the city's cathedral until t... more
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This fascinating collection of maritime memorabilia will captivate old sea salts and land lubbers alike. Museum of Wellington City & Sea is devoted to Wellington city and her maritime history. Housed over three levels, the muse... more
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The Gallery, an interesting mix of art and history, depicts New Zealand through the eyes of local painters, photographers, sculptors and cartoonists. Exhibitions that change frequently at New Zealand Portrait Gallery are dedica... more
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Te Papa Tongarewa, Museum of New Zealand, is a fitting testament to the nation's heritage and storehouse for some of the country's most precious treasures. Te Papa celebrates the unique multicultural nature of New Zealand throu... more
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Anyone of a literary bent will get a great deal of pleasure from a visit to Katherine Mansfield's restored birthplace. New Zealand's most distinguished author and a short-story writer of world renown, Mansfield was born... more
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Lesser known to Wellington visitors but favored by locals, Mt. Kaukau rewards those who take the time to conquer its steep slopes, with stunning 360 degree panoramic views of the Wellington harbor basin and Cook Strait beyond.... more
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Interesting boulders (hence the name Boulder Hill) and sweeping views of the Hutt Valley are the main features of this moderate walk within the Belmont Regional Park. The walk is a steady climb through farmland. Poles adequate... more
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Experience the ride of your life with the help of Top Adventures in the biggest white water south of Taihape. Adults can ride the water through the Kaitoke gorge. For the younger kids rides on the Otaki river can be arranged. Y... more
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Follow the old, steep pipeline from the Korokoro stream to the popular picnic spot at the historic Korokoro Dam. Once operating as the original water supply (1903-1968) for the borough of Petone. This evenly graded walk incorpo... more
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Mountain biking and horse riding through the rolling hills and bush-clad valleys are popular pastimes for visitors to the Stratton Street Recreation Area found within the Belmont Regional Park. Other popular activities are picn... more
Mount Cook Travel Experiences
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North Island Road Trip!
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Windy Welly
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Becks in Wellywood
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