Wellington Harbour – picture postcard material

The highlight of New Zealand's capital remains to thethat dot the streets along the harbour. From home
beautiful Wellington Harbour. The city offers a wealthgrown labels to antique clothing and other precious
of art and culture with a splash of bohemian in to theitems can be found here.
mix. The quality of restaurants, bars and cafes hereA cruise on the waters of the Wellington Harbour is
is comparable to international standards, and servesyet another exciting thing to do while in the city. A
up a good choice of cuisine for even the mostferry service runs at regular intervals, and also visits
discerning.other neighbouring islands such as Days Bay, Maitu
The lush greenery and stunning vistas in WellingtonSomes Island, Queens Wharf, Seatoun and Petone.
are so captivating that world famous movie director,You may hop off at any of the islands and roam the
Peter Jackson filmed the trilogy of Lord of the Ringsarea to hop back on board again later on in the day.
here. A popular tourist activity includes a tour of theA walking, cycling and jogging track by the name of
site where the film was located. Other popularGreat Harbour Way lines the coast of the harbour
attractions in Wellington include the Museum of Newand provides magnificent views. If one were to walk
Zealand where the fascinating history and culture ofthe entire stretch it would take you anything
the nation can be viewed in sequence, the Wellingtonbetween 3 to 5 days, so be rest assured there is
Zoo, the nature reserve Zealandia, Wellingtonplenty of area to cover.
Botanical Garden, a ride on the Wellington Cable CarLooking for some Wellington hotel specials for your
and the New Zealand Portrait Gallery.next trip? Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay is
Having a meal along one of the waterfront cafe andan elegant hotel in Wellington that provides some
restaurants is a wonderful experience to partake in.bargain offers for both leisure and business travellers.
With the glimmering surface of the water in sight,Offering guests spectacular views of the harbour and
and a perfectly chilled white wine at hand and somea fine array of facilities and services, a pleasurable
fresh seafood, are all the makings of a perfect daystay in the city can be expected.
out. One could also find a quaint array of boutiques