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Wellington HarbourFishing boats in Island Bay, WellingtonWellingtonGloriously set on a magnificent harbour,Wellington is both the nation’s capital and itscentre for arts and culture. Made up of anappealing mix of modern architecture and quaintVictorian houses painted in bold colours andtiered in steep hilly suburbs, it makes a fascinatingplace to wander. Much of the action is centredaround the waterfront, including the superbnational museum, Te Papa Tongarewa. As the citystreets give way to the surrounding hills, parksabound, and a cable car connects the city withthe immaculate botanical gardens which also serveas an excellent vantage point. Away from thecentre there are several popular swimmingbeaches and pretty waterfront suburbs. On thecity outskirts you’ll find Zealandia, a uniquewildlife eco-attraction. Combining an extensivepredator-free sanctuary with a state-of-the-artindoor exhibition, it brings the story of NewZealand’s exceptional native species to life.30Wellington city food tourThere is no better way to discover the delights ofWellington than taking to the pavement with alocal guide and tasting your way around the cityknown as New Zealand’s ‘culinary, cafe andcoffee capital’. This gentle walking tour will takeyou to chocolatiers, boutique coffee roasters,delicatessens and bakeries. You can spend timebehind the scenes at some excellent food venueswhilst being introduced to local tastes, productsand people. For food enthusiasts or those wishingto see the city from a local’s perspective this iswithout doubt one of the highlights on offer inNew Zealand’s capital.Museum Art Hotel,WellingtonIdeally located just across the road from theTe Papa Tongarewa Museum and the waterfront,the unique Museum Art Hotel offers a range ofspacious rooms, suites and apartments withluxurious furnishings. Communal areas act asgallery spaces for striking artworks from theowner’s private collection, many of which are forsale. The hotel is just minutes’ walk from thediverse shopping, dining, entertainment andnightlife that Wellington has to offer, but also hasits own restaurant and bar, which takes advantageof the harbour views.Rydges WellingtonRydges WellingtonRydges Wellington is ideally located within aminute’s walk of the city’s main shopping street,Lambton Quay, and the waterfront onCustomhouse Quay. All Wellington’s mainattractions can easily be explored from here andthe bustling restaurants and cafés of CourtenayPlace are just a ten minute walk away. The 280spacious rooms have kitchenettes and the hotelhas excellent leisure facilities. There is also avibrant restaurant, renowned as one of the city’smost popular.Museum Art Hotel, Wellington